The insurance sector comprised 23 traditional national companies, 10 Takaful national and 27 foreign companies …
Dubai making huge strides in autism awareness, say experts
Dubai has made huge strides in recent years in raising awareness of autism spectrum disorder, but there is still more work to be done, experts told The National. In December 2022, the emirate …
LunuDehi…spicing up the scene
The band LunuDehi became a reality, a year ago, and within that short period they have achieved the kind of success others in the showbiz scene would love to accomplish themselves. LunuDehi is an …
What’s behind Abu Dhabi’s $13 billion investment in gas?
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is seeking more foreign partners as it aims to boost gas production capacity.
Dubai: Late Queen’s Car Could Soon Come To UAE Historian Reveals Details
An iconic vehicle owned by Britain’s late Queen Elizabeth II could soon be plying the roads of Dubai. This was revealed by UAE-based motoring historian Mohammed Luqman Ali Khan.
Internal Audit Functions In UAE Strive For Innovation Amidst Digital Disruption And ESG Imperatives: Report
Pulse of Internal Audit Survey Report UAE – 2024 highlights that 76% of respondents indicated Audit Committee support for proactive innovation withi …
George Washington University and programme director sued over UAE ‘smear campaign’
Farid Hafez, an Austrian political scientist, alleges GWU academic falsely claimed he was a member of the Muslim Brotherhood …
Dubai to Host Blockchain Life Forum 2024: Navigating the Current Bull Run
Mark your calendars for April 15-16, 2024, as Dubai is set to welcome the Blockchain Life Forum, an event that has garnered global anticipation. This gathering in Dubai’s dynamic setting is poised to …
SBA opens volunteer registration for Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival 2024
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA), in collaboration with the Sharjah Volunteer Centre, has announced the opening of volunteer registration to all nationalities in the 15th edition of the Sharjah …
UAE Declares Eid Al Fitr 2024 Holidays for Private Sector
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced that private sector employees will be granted a paid holiday from Monday, 29 Ramadan (8 April 2024) to 3 Shawwal, in celebration of Eid Al-Fitr.Read More: …
UAE: No More Cheques Now, Use Direct Debit, Pay-Later Options To Settle School Tuition Fees
A newly launched school fee payment app is gaining popularity among UAE families, which offers them the flexibility to pay in instalments and stream …
Overview of the Escort Services in Dubai for a Beginner
And thus, there you have it! Escort services in Dubai have been booming in a dynamic and ever-growing sector. Reflect on the different aspects of this city: sand, skyscrapers, and everything in …
India Targets UAE, EU Markets To Boost Exports Of Value-Added Agri Products
The plan involves promotions, stakeholder consultations, and forging tie-ups with supermarkets and retail chains, especially in the UAE, the European Union (EU … the official noted that import …
Abu Dhabi’s ADQ forms new life sciences holding company to focus on health and longevity
Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company ADQ has consolidated its assets in the life sciences sector to create a new holding company that aims to focus on improving the quality and longevity of …
ADQ launches holding company Arcera to build a global life sciences powerhouse anchored in Abu Dhabi
ADQ, an Abu Dhabi-based investment and holding company, has announced the formation of Arcera, a global holding company in the life sciences s …
UAE: Over 1.27 million residency medical fitness examinations conducted at EHS’ Centres in 2023
Public Health Centres and Medical Fitness Examination Centres affiliated with Emirates Health Services (EHS) administered more than 1.27 million medical fitness tests for residency visa applicants in …
UAE school fees can now be paid digitally with automated direct debit
UAE families can now pay school fees and rent payments through digital direct debits after a regional fintech introduced new services.