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Dubai is Real Madrid’s destination partner in landmark global deal

The multi-year agreement promises a range of exciting activations, special fan moments and unique experiences for Dubai and Real Madrid fans

AL WASL PLAZA

Expo City’s Al Wasl Plaza enters Guinness World Records: Watch incredible video

It has been the backdrop for stunning visual effects and hosted renowned performances

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB (Image: Supplied by TUS Airways)

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB

The carrier will operate twice-weekly flights between Larnaca and Dubai

UAE-INDIA TRADE TALKS

UAE, India sign MoU to develop domestic card scheme during high-level trade talks

The two countries signed multiple agreements during the trade meet which include digital payment systems, food security, and startups

ADNOC awards multibillion gas expansion contracts

UAE’s ADNOC awards multibillion gas expansion contracts

The company is increasing gas production as consumers around the world look to switch from crude and coal toward cleaner burning fuel

UAE unveils first wind power plants ahead of COP28

UAE inaugurates first wind power plants ahead of COP28

The clean energy project is expected to power more than 23,000 homes a year and displace 120,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide

Plastic bags

Single-use plastic ban goes into effect in Ras Al Khaimah from this date

This law prohibits the use, possession, trading, sale, or distribution of single-use plastic materials in the emirate

ADNOC Distribution to use biofuel for its UAE vehicle fleet

ADNOC Distribution to use biofuel to power its UAE vehicle fleet

The company’s fleet plays a crucial role in supplying fuels and liquefied petroleum gas to corporate customers

Sheikh Hamdan in Mauritius

Sheikh Hamdan shares pictures from Mauritius holiday

Sheikh Hamdan posted a touching photograph of holding up his youngest son Mohammed

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

New and existing DMCC member companies will be able to earn Business Rewards points on company set-up packages, services, business licensing, referrals and visa renewals

Dubai Shopping Festival

Dubai Shopping Festival 2023-2024 dates announced: Sales, fireworks and more

The festival will be held from December 8 to January 14 across the emirate

DAMAC CASA

DAMAC Casa to come up in Al Sufouh: Island living at the heart of Dubai

Located in the Al Sufouh area with Dubai’s iconic Palm as its backdrop, the tower aims to bring the serenity of island living in its design

Dubai launches family business management programme

Dubai launches family business management programme

The programme seeks to empower and develop management skills among family business leaders

Taaleem’s full-year net profit surges by 41.5%

Dubai’s Taaleem records Dhs117.3m in full-year profit

The school operator added 28,490 new students for the 2022/23 academic year, a 35.9 per cent year-on-year increase in enrolments

Over 6.5 million subscribe to UAE’s unemployment insurance scheme

UAE unemployment insurance scheme: MOHRE reports over 6.5 million subscribers

The scheme provides a social safety net for citizens and residents while ensuring that they have a decent life until alternative employment arises

oil production cuts

OPEC+ panel holds oil policy steady as Saudi Arabia, Russia keep cuts

Saudi Arabia, Russia will continue with their respective production cuts in a bid to “balance the global oil market”

Hajj 2024

UAE announces Hajj 2024 registration dates

The annual pilgrimage to the holiest city in Islam takes place during the Islamic calendar month of Dhu Al Hijja which is expected to fall in June next year

RTA instant passenger driver permit

Dubai’s RTA introduces instant passenger transport driver permit initiative

This initiative is part of RTA’s broader digital transformation strategy for permits for commercial activities

Emirates to introduce premium economy to Sao Paulo and Tokyo Narita (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates to introduce premium economy to Sao Paulo and Tokyo Narita

With the addition of these two destinations, the number of points on the Emirates network offering premium economy will grow to 14

Nora al matrooshi

Who is Nora Al Matrooshi, the UAE’s first female astronaut to head to space in 2024?

Nora’s journey to space began when she was chosen in 2021 to train at NASA, alongside 11 candidates from around the world

Virat Kohli joins as E1 team owner with UAE entrepreneur Image E1 series

Virat Kohli, UAE businessman launch team for UIM E1 World Championship

Virat Kohli said he wants The Blue Rising team to raise the profile of sustainable sports and make sure the pl is protected for future generations

Sheikh Mohammed, Vice President and PM of UAE and Ruler of Dubai issues decree to form ICD board courtesy_Dubai Media Office

Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed issues new decree to form ICD board

The Investment Corporation of Dubai is the principal investment arm of the emirate’s government

ADNOC, Occidental to build DAC facility in UAE

ADNOC, Occidental to advance direct air capture project in UAE

The energy firm is testing the world’s first fully sequestered CO2 injection well in a carbonate saline aquifer in Abu Dhabi

IHC increases stake over 5% in Adani Enterprise Ltd Image IHC X

Abu Dhabi-based IHC increases stake in Adani Enterprises to above 5%

This development follows last week’s announcement by IHC that it had entered a definitive agreement to sell its stake in AGEL and ATL

AD Ports Group’s Noatum buys Sesé Auto Logistics

AD Ports Group’s Noatum acquires Sesé Auto Logistics

The deal implies an enterprise value to EBITDA ratio of around 3.5x based on the company’s last twelve months performance to August 2023

ADNOC Gas awards 615m contract for carbon capture projects

ADNOC awards Petrofac $615m carbon capture projects contract

The engineering, procurement and construction contract was awarded to Petrofac Emirates

Champions League - Manchester City

Manchester City brings its Treble Trophies to the UAE this week: Full details

The tour will  give a chance for fans in the region to see the cups and have their photos taken with the silverware

Etihad begins flights to Osaka, Copenhagen and Dusseldorf (Image:Supplied by Etihad)

Etihad begins flights to Osaka, Copenhagen and Dusseldorf

The airline is also in the process of upgrading its frequencies to several other destinations

National Bonds unveils ‘millionaire’ saving plan

Millionaire in 10 years: National Bonds unveils ‘My One Million’ saving plan

Companies can contribute on behalf of their employees, which is expected to enhance employee retention

UAE energy transition

UAE plans to generate 19.8 gigawatts of clean energy by 2030: Al Mazrouei

The energy transition will see UAE aiming to become a leading producer and supplier of low-carbon hydrogen as well