University of Wollongong in Dubai

University of Wollongong in Dubai has launched a Master of Business Analytics degree

The new programme has been designed in consultation with analytics firm SAS and will have a maximum requirement of 12 subjects to graduate in it

Emaar appoints new chairman as Mohamed Alabbar takes on role of MD

Jamal Bin Theniyah will replace Alabbar as chairman, while the latter will assume the role of managing director

Over 70,000 register for Abu Dhabi’s toll gate system

The system is hoped to help reduce traffic congestion

Bahrain

Bahrain to provide free Covid-19 vaccinations to all residents and citizens

All those over the age of 18 will receive the vaccine, with plans in place to initially vaccinate five thousand individuals per day

UAE’s non-oil GDP to grow 3.6% by end 2021

The UAE has rolled out economic support packages worth more than Dh388bn to mitigate the impact of the pandemic

UAE Public Prosecution

Up to six-month imprisonment or Dhs5,000 fine for insulting people in the UAE

The Public Prosecution said that it would be considered an aggravating circumstance if the libel or insult is addressed to a public servant

Sheikh Mohammed issues legislation on Dubai Civil Aviation Authority

The new legislation seeks to consolidate Dubai’s status in civil aviation and enhance safety, security and sustainability in the sector

Dubai UAE ALSAADA Tourist card

Dubai’s GDRFA unveils new ALSAADA Tourist card

The card will offer exclusive privileges, discounts, and promotions to tourists visiting Dubai and will be distributed free of charge

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed launches the UAE’s first federal domestic tourism campaign

The UAE’s domestic tourism sector contributed Dhs41.2bn to the national economy in 2019

Why sleep is a key ingredient to a productive work life

There is a huge cost to the effectiveness of an organisation due to sleep deprivation

How is the GCC’s alternative energy industry faring?

Environmental concerns are propelling the usage of alternative energy for a sustainable future, opines Antonio Cuccarese, business development manager, Metito

Hope Consortium flies two million Covid-19 vaccine doses from Beijing into Abu Dhabi

Etihad Cargo chartered seven Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to fly the temperature-sensitive cargo into Abu Dhabi International Airport

Pfizer vaccine

Saudi approves registration of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine

The authority will analyse samples from each incoming vaccine shipment before using it to ensure its quality

Abu Dhabi’s ADNOC, ExxonMobil sign agreement to explore R&D opportunities

ADNOC and ExxonMobil will identify areas of mutual interest for conducting R&D and co-developing technology solutions

Covid-19 update: UAE reports 1,255 cases, 657 recoveries and 4 deaths

The death toll in the UAE has risen to 602

Oman eases age restrictions for mosque-goers

Mosques, however, must take necessary precautions to protect worshippers

Emirates

Free stay at JW Marriott Marquis for all Emirates passengers visiting Dubai

The offer is valid for all customers visiting the emirate from December 6, 2020, until February 28, 2021, across all booking classes

Intel Arabian Cup ‘League of Legends’ tournament enters final stage

Eight teams from MENA participating in Riot Games’ popular title League of Legends

UAE taps Occidental to boost oil capacity as OPEC cuts rankle

The Supreme Petroleum Council last month approved a $122bn budget to help ADNOC boost production capacity by a fourth to 5 million barrels a day by 2030

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New 4-star all-inclusive Riu Dubai resort opens at Nakheel’s Deira Islands

Riu Dubai has 800 rooms and suites, most with a sea view

Dubai Holding’s ‘Madinat Jumeirah Living’ project slated for 2021 handover

Phase I and 2 of the residential development are 98 per cent sold out

Damac Hotels

Dubai’s Damac Hotels records Q4 occupancy rates of 85%

Currently, around 80 per cent of the guests are based in the UAE, while 20 per cent are foreigners visiting the country

Bahrain puts economic recovery ahead of boosting budget revenue

Bahrain’s public finances have been under strain from the twin shock of the pandemic and lower oil prices

Dubai’s DHA inaugurates new medical fitness, occupational screening centre

The new centre was launched in partnership with public and private entities and businessmen

Global Islamic finance assets expected to reach $3.69 trillion in 2024

The Islamic banking sector grew 14 per cent in 2019, equating to $1.99 trillion in global assets

Foldable Lenovo PC available to preorder in UAE

The dual-screen ThinkPad X1 Fold unfolds to form a 13.3-inch OLED display PC

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed issues new laws to ramp up efficiency of Dubai government entities

Dubai Nuclear Energy Committee, Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, Dubai Real Estate Institute and Dubai Institute for Human Resource Development fall under the ambit of the new laws

Tawuniya selects SAS analytics platform to combat fraud

SAS Insurance Fraud Management to improve speed of claims settlement and fraud identification

Covid-19 update: UAE reports 1,313 cases, 789 recoveries and 2 deaths

The death toll in the UAE has risen to 598

Middle East & North Africa Business Aviation Association

The MEBAA Show rescheduled once again, to be held in December 2022

It was previously scheduled to take place in February 2021