British Airways suspends summer flights from London Heathrow to Abu Dhabi – Engine supply chain problems have put the UAE summer flights on pause …
VEON Completes the Move of its Headquarters to Dubai
Dubai, 19 December 2024: VEON Ltd. (Nasdaq: VEON), a global digital operator (“VEON” or the “Group”), today announces that it has completed the move of its Group headquarters from Amsterdam to Dubai, …
Dubai: ‘More affordable’ taxi services to be available on Bolt ride-hailing app in 2025
Regular taxi services could be introduced on the new ride-hailing app Bot in the first quarter of 2025, a senior official from the Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) said on Thursday. “We are working with our …
Solar advances across MENA region
The fossil fuel rich Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region faces mounting pressure to diversify its energy mix. While solar is cheap, it faces significant sociopolitical and economic challenges.
e& UAE first to utilize Nokia’s network slicing solution for enhanced gaming experiences
UAE has partnered with Nokia to conduct a successful trial of a dedicated end-to-end network slice for gaming applications. This marks the first time an operator has used Nokia’s slicing …
Dubai Metro Blue Line designed to fit nearly 1,000 passengers in each train: Top RTA official
Nearly 1,000 passengers will be able to travel in each train of Dubai Metro’s Blue Line, revealed a top RTA official while speaking to at the sidelines of a press conference held by the transport …
AX CAPITAL: Bridging ambitions in Dubai’s real estate
AX CAPITAL drives Dubai’s real estate growth with tailored solutions, innovative technology, and multicultural expertise, ensuring seamless investments and ownership opportunities …
Abu Dhabi to fully cover death-related fees, repatriation for all residents
All residents in Abu Dhabi will now be able to get full support when in the emirate, it was announced on Thursday. All fees involved in death-related transactions — from the issuance of a to embalming …
The best festive things to do in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Mall is bringing all the festive cheer with its beloved winter village. Starting December 12, the mall transformed into a magical holiday destination packed with activities for the entire …
Abu Dhabi Turf Club hosts the 32nd edition of the UAE President Cup Purebred Arabian Grand Prix
The Abu Dhabi Turf Club (ADTC) came alive on 15 December 2024, delivering an unforgettable night of world-class racing. The highly anticipated 32nd Edition of the UAE President Cup Purebred Arabian …
Moore Capital Offshoot JJJ Joins Hedge Funds Rushing Into Dubai
JJJ Capital Management, a hedge fund started by former Moore Capital Management traders, is expanding to Dubai, joining a cohort of peers setting up offices in the Middle East.
Dubai residents can now legally share minibus rides with RTA’s new ‘bus pool’ initiative
A bus pooling initiative has been launched by the RTA with the aim of providing convenient, fast transport around some of the busiest areas in Dubai …
Kuwaiti novelist highlights Kuwait’s history at Sharjah Heritage Forum
SHARJAH, Dec 19: Kuwaiti novelist Talal Al-Rumaidhi participated in the inaugural Sharjah Heritage Conference, held under the theme “Heritage Cities in the Arab World.” During the event, he presented …
Marcus Fakana: The inside story of the teenager thrown in hellhole jail in Dubai for ‘holiday fling’
Marcus Fakana enjoyed a holiday romance with a 17-year-old girl at the Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah where Marcus, from London, had consensual sex with her …
Dubai Roads and Transport Authority awards $5.6 bln metro line project to consortium
DUBAI, Dec 19 (Reuters) – The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) awarded on Thursday a 20.5 billion dirham ($5.6 billion) contract for the Dubai Metro Blue Line project to a consortium of three …
Dubai’s RTA awards $5.6 billion contract for Dubai Metro Blue Line construction
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has awarded a Dh20.5 billion ($5.6 billion) contract to a consortium of three Turkish and Chinese companies including Mapa, Limak and CRRC for the construction of …
Full story of Marcus Fakana, 18, jailed in hellhole prison over ‘holiday fling’ in Dubai
An 18-year-old Brit has started his spell in a “hellhole” Dubai prison after having consensual sex with a girl weeks away from her 18th birthday. Prosecutors accepted Marcus Fakana’s argument the sex, …