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Dubai Chamber inaugurates new office in Paris

Dubai Chamber strengthens presence in Europe with Paris office

The inauguration of the office is part of the ‘Dubai Global’ initiative, which seeks to attract new business, investment, and talent to the emirate

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UAE unemployment insurance scheme: Fines could impact your work permit

Employees will not be eligible for a new work permit until all dues are paid within the specified timeframe

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Central Park Towers, DIFC unveils enhanced amenities for tenants

It is home to iconic business brands, and is a landmark destination for events and entertainment

Emirates to operate only A380s to Sydney (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates to operate only A380s to Sydney

It is also considering a resumption of flights between Dubai and Adelaide

Rove Hotels announces branded residences project in Dubai (Image: Supplied by Rove Hotels)

Rove Hotels announces branded residences project in Dubai

Rove Home Downtown will offer fully-furnished studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments

The First Collection Waterfront will open in Dubai this year (Image: Supplied by The First Group)

The First Collection Waterfront will open in Dubai this year

The 327-key property will welcome its first guests in Q4 2023

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030 Image Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030

The marine transport plan is targeting a 51 per cent increase in the number of marine transport users, from 14.7 million to 22.2 million annually by 2030

Dubai Metro achieves new operational milestone Image courtesy RTA

Dubai Metro achieves new milestone; here’s how its fleet is maintained

Among other highlights, Dubai Metro has achieved a punctuality rate of 99.7 per cent

Flydubai-Cairo

Flydubai launches daily service to Cairo

The carrier will serve the Egyptian market with a total of 17 weekly flights

Health survey

Dubai household health survey to start from September 10

The survey, first conducted in 2009, and subsequently every five years, is the most comprehensive household health study in Dubai

Helicopter crashes off UAE coasts

Helicopter crashes off UAE coast, search for crew underway

The UAE aviation regulator said the helicopter had taken off from Al Maktoum International Airport

Emirates adds third daily service to Hong Kong (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates adds third daily service to Hong Kong

The nonstop flight will commence from November 1

SO/ opens first Middle East property in Dubai (Image: Supplied by SO/ Uptown Dubai)

SO/ opens first Middle East property in Dubai

It features 188 rooms and suites as well as 227 branded residences

driving licence new

UAE driving licence: Check eligibility for RTA’s ‘golden chance’ test

This initiative allows expatriates to take a road test without the need for driving lessons

DCAI Accelerator Programmes attract 615 global startups Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai Centre for AI: Accelerator Programmes attract hundreds of global startups

Successful applicants will be invited to Dubai to work closely with government agencies to develop their projects and prepare for their implementation

Mohammed bin Rashid witnesses signing of agreement between Masdar and DEWA Image DEWA

Masdar, DEWA ink deal to deliver 6th phase of world’s largest single-site solar park project

The sixth phase of the project, set to be operational in stages starting from Q4 2024, will power over half a million residences while reducing carbon emissions by 2.36 million tonnes annually

Dubai property transactions value grew 43% YoY in August

Dubai property transactions value grew 43% YoY in August

The city recorded 11,818 real estate transactions last month, a 25 per cent increase in volume compared to 9,450 transactions in August 2022.

Dubai Fitness Challenge

Dubai Fitness Challenge 2023: Key dates announced

Dubai Fitness Challenge encourages the emirate’s residents to embrace a healthier lifestyle by committing to 30 minutes of exercise every day for 30 days

Dubai Summer Surprises

Dubai Summer Surprises final sale: Get 90% off deals on the last day

Shoppers have one last day to enter into a multitude of contests to win cash prizes, luxury cars, or even Share points

Sultan AlNeyadi

UAE: Sultan AlNeyadi’s return to Earth delayed, new date released

The Emirati astronaut will begin his journey back to Earth from the International Space Station on Sunday, September 3

Flydubai first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Mombasa (Image: Supplied by flydubai)

Flydubai first UAE carrier to operate direct flights to Mombasa

With the launch of this route, flydubai will grow its network in Africa to 11 destinations in 10 countries

emirates flights

Emirates cancels flights due to Super Typhoon Saola

The airline notified that customers flying or connecting to Hong Kong will not be accepted for travel at the point of origin until further notice

DEWA files patent for advanced battery performance

DEWA’s R&D Centre files new patent for advanced battery performance

The innovation is part of the company’s efforts to promote the technologies of energy production and storage

Mohamed Alabbar - Emaar Founder

Emaar plans a hike in dividends in 2023, no IPO for noon: Mohamed Alabbar

Alabbar underscored the performance of Emaar Properties’ during H1 2023, driven by the economy and tourism sectors

non-oil trade boosts UAE Economy

UAE: Sheikh Mohammed says 2023 ‘best economic year’ as non-oil trade hits all time high

The Dubai ruler forecast the UAE’s non-oil foreign trade is on track to reach Dhs2.5tn this year and hit Dh4tn by 2031

DUBAI SCHOOLS: Winter break - Image-courtesy-KHDA

Dubai adds new private schools in 2023-24 academic year

Dubai is home to a total of 220 private schools, which enrolled over 326,000 students in the 2022-23 academic year

Abu Dhabi holiday homes

UAE holiday home rental: Abu Dhabi announces major change for farm houses, RVs

DCT Abu Dhabi will introduce a comprehensive policy framework to license and promote farmhouse tourism activity, to develop immersive agri-tourism experiences

E611 road

UAE opens new arterial road E611 to enhance commute to Dubai, Abu Dhabi

This latest addition to the UAE’s road infrastructure was opened to coincide with the start of the new academic year, in order to facilitate traffic flow

Dubai Airports

Dubai Airports plans mega-expansion as passenger traffic grows

The city’s main air hub increased its forecast for this year to 85 million passengers after a surge in arrivals pushed numbers to pre-Covid levels

Sheikh Hamdan in Yorkshire

Sheikh Hamdan enjoys summer in Yorkshire’s lavender fields with his twins and hunting gear

Yorkshire is known for its lavender fields and professionally-guided deer hunting expeditions