Abu Dhabi’s real estate market witnessed continued moderate declines, across both sales prices and rents, during Q2. However, with a raft of developer incentives and the proactive public policy response, sales volumes are expected to increase over the second...
The Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has today announced the official launch of Hala’s taxi e-hailing service across all major areas in the Emirate.
The launch will see 500 cabs deployed, following an initial pilot phase
Available features for riders...
The case for virtual hospitals and tele-health in the GCC and wider Middle East region is stronger than ever, since the outbreak of COVID-19 that caused cities to be put under lockdown or severe restrictions implemented since late February
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There are reasons why NY listed REIT of Prologis, a US real estate investment trust that invests in logistics facilities, is thriving. Beyond the death of retail space, think AMAZON.
Prologis is a classic beneficiary of the dramatic rise in...
MD Monther Darwish hails staycation market as hotel reveals hiring spree during lockdown
Occupancy levels at the Palazzo Versace Dubai have increased to up to 70 percent during the week and 90 percent at weekends, according to managing director Monther...
Twelve new venues planned to open across the UAE and into Oman in the next 18 months
Whissle Hospitality Group, the outfit behind the successful Claw BBQ restaurant & bar in Downtown Dubai’s Souq al Bahar, and the Japanese restaurant...
Deliveroo GM in the GCC Anis Harb responds to criticism of aggregators operating in Dubai, saying its focus is to support restaurants
The general manager of Deliveroo in the GCC has defended the food delivery platform amid increasing criticism of...
The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) announced the progress of the “Project to Enhance the Flexibility of Refining Operations of Crude Oil” in Ruwais, with the progress of completion operations to 73% of it, which aims to develop...
The Kuwaiti Prime Minister, Sheikh Sabah Al-Khaled Al-Sabah, presented the latest developments in the health of the Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad, after undergoing surgery for the last period. The Kuwaiti Prime Minister assured the Council, in its weekly...
Yesterday, Monday, a statement issued by the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) said that a Turkish helicopter had been shot down in northern Iraq. The media center of the so-called Kurdistan People's Defense Forces issued a statement confirming that its forces...
The United Arab Emirates is converting waste streams into valuable assets, from biofuel made from used cooking oil to organic fertilizers and textile recycling. New programs aim to cut landfill use and create economic opportunities.
A massive crash on Fujairah’s Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road resulted in 14 fatalities and 30 injuries. Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad personally met the family of Siddique Thuppilikaat Moideen to express his sympathy.
The UAE Cabinet issued Resolution No. 172, introducing administrative penalties for non‑Muslim worship sites that violate the 2023 federal law. The measure details reporting, suspension, training and appeal processes.
The United States targeted a communications tower on Iran’s Sirik island with MQ‑1 drones. Iran responded by destroying a US‑installed radar on Bahrain’s island. Both sides claim drone involvement.
A server fault halted Microsoft 365 services for more than half a day, impacting email, collaboration and AI tools across continents. Companies from airlines to stock exchanges reported delays and workarounds.
