Tom Cruise jets into Abu Dhabi’s new Midfield Terminal

Tom Cruise flies into Abu Dhabi for Mission: Impossible 7 premiere

The star of the highly anticipated seventh instalment of the Mission: Impossible franchise arrived on the first flight into Abu Dhabi’s Midfield Terminal

COP28 president designate

Dr Sultan Al Jaber calls for solidarity before COP28 conference

The two-day Paris gathering aimed to overhaul the climate finance system that is targeted at countries most vulnerable to global warming

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Dorchester Collection to open first Dubai hotel by year end

Dubai’s hospitality industry is seeing a boom that started during the pandemic when the city opened its hotels and restaurants as other countries were still in lockdown

UAE’s 2022 GDP grows 7.9%, driven by non-oil activities

UAE’s 2022 GDP grows 7.9%, driven by non-oil activities

The statistics authority attributed the growth of the economy to innovative economic initiatives related to non-oil sectors and activities

RTA announces free parking metro timings during Eid al adha Dubai Image Twitter RTA

Eid Al Adha 2023: Dubai announces free parking; changes to metro, bus timings for holidays

All public parking – except at multi-level parking terminals – will be free from Tuesday, June 27 to Friday, June 30

AD Ports Group creates Khalifa Port drydocks

UAE’s AD Ports Group, Premier Marine form drydocks JV

The hub will be operated by SAFEEN Drydocks and will be fully equipped to accommodate a range of vessels

M42 and the Butterfly to empower people of determination

Abu Dhabi’s M42, The Butterfly partner to empower people of determination

The collaboration aims to foster a more inclusive ecosystem for people of determination in Abu Dhabi

Aramco, TotalEnergies award contracts for $11bn Amiral project

Aramco, TotalEnergies award contracts for $11bn petchem complex

The awarding of the contracts marks the start of construction work on the petrochemical facility

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Abu Dhabi targets 24 million tourists for 2023

Abu Dhabi plans to build on its destination offering for international tourists from cultural and heritage venues to state-of-the-art theme parks

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Dubai puts comprehensive security plan in place for holidays

The plan involves government departments and police centres across the city

Bahrain’s Al Salam Bank acquires majority stake in Algerian unit

Bahrain’s Al Salam Bank acquires majority stake in Algerian unit

The plans to further support its Algerian business to accelerate its growth and capture new pockets of opportunities within the country and the wider region

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DP World in talks to expand coverage to Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam port

With access to Dar es Salaam, DP World will expand its reach on the east African coast

Qatar looking to buy stake in Washington Wizards NBA team

Qatar looking to buy stake in NBA team Washington Wizards

The NBA had revised its ownership rules to allow for passive, non-controlling, minority investments in NBA teams by institutional investors, and sovereign wealth funds

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Red Sea Global, Al-Ahli Saudi FC sign sponsorship deal

With this deal, Red Sea Global becomes the platinum sponsor of the football club’s first team

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Abu Dhabi extends mall timings for shoppers

The initiative will allow shoppers to enjoy longer mall opening hours throughout the week

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ENVI Lodges reveals design of upcoming property in Saudi Arabia

ENVI Al Nakheel will open next year and will feature 25 eco-lodging pods

AD Ports, Karachi Ports JV

UAE’s AD Ports signs 50-year concession deal with Karachi Port Trust

The expansion and enhancement of Port of Karachi are expected to further cement its position as a key player in the maritime industry

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Dubai upskills over 170 government employees in generative AI

The course introduced participants to some of the generative AI tools, as well as the areas in which advanced technology applications can enhance the performance of government agencies

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IFFCO’s 100% plant-based meat Thryve set to debut in Saudi Arabia

Plant-based meat is increasingly being considered as an alternative to meat products in order to reduce the global carbon footprint of existing food systems

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Dubai Tourism, Mastercard launch digital city partnership

The digital partnership will work to accelerate growth across the tourism ecosystem

Riyadh Expo 2030

Saudi Arabia unveils Riyadh Expo 2030 master plan

The 226 exhibition pavilions have been meticulously designed in a spherical shape, featuring an equator line running through them

15 cool startups joining hub71 in 2023 as part of its first cohort Image Hub71

These 15 innovative startups are set to join Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 this year

The startups, part of Hub71’s first cohort of the year, originate from the UAE, US, New Zealand, Egypt, the Netherlands and the UK

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Flying from Abu Dhabi Airport: Etihad Airways has tips to ensure hassle free travel

Air passenger traffic is expected to be at record highs during the summer holidays across the UAE

Astra Tech National Bonds Sign MOu to iffer investment solutions to Botim Image Astra Tech Botim

Botim users to benefit from Astra Tech, National Bonds saving, investment solutions

This partnership gives Astra Tech customers access to microfinance options specifically designed for individuals with low and medium incomes through Botim, supported by National Bonds’ Al Manassah Platform

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Riyadh Air signs deal for 90 GEnx engines at Paris Air Show

The deal also includes spares and a services agreement to support the airline’s upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner fleet

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Saudi’s Transport General Authority introduces self-driving electric buses for Hajj pilgrims

Without requiring human intervention, the buses navigate along a predetermined route, utilising the data collected and analysed during their movement to make informed decisions

Sheikh Hamdan launches Dubai's Digital Strategy Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan launches Digital Strategy, new digital projects

The strategy is centred on seven key pillars: digital city, digital economy, data and statistics, digital talent, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, and digital competitiveness

Eid Al Adha 2023 Dubai KHDA school holidays

Eid Al Adha 2023: KHDA announces holidays for Dubai schools

The regulator issued an advisory, stating that schools will be closed for Eid starting from Tuesday, June 27

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Abu Dhabi: Partial road closure announced on this road from June 24-26

The Integrated Transport Centre also announced the opening of new signalled intersection on Shakhbout Bin Sultan Street – Al Ain

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NEOM, Volocopter successfully complete Saudi Arabia’s first air taxi test flight

The air taxi’s test campaign focused on flight performance in local climate and environmental conditions