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UAE holiday list 2024

UAE public holidays for 2024: Full list revealed

The list of holidays is applicable for both government and private sectors

JUMEIRAH GOLF ESTATE

Dubai real estate: Massive Dhs300m land deal finalised for Jumeirah Golf Estate

The transacted land in Jumeirah Golf Estates overlooks an expansive view of the Fairways and houses over 1,500 villas, townhouses, and apartments

GymNation buyout: original founders take back control

The ownership of UAE fitness brand, GymNation, has changed hands back to its founders following the conclusion of a buyout deal.

Sheikh Zayed Road

Sheikh Zayed Road to close for Dubai Run this weekend

The busy road will be closed to motorists as the run has a start time of 06:30 am on Sunday, November 26

Dubai Taxi

Here’s how much Dubai Taxi aims to raise in IPO

The taxi fleet and operating company has revealed the initial target pricing for its share offers, in what is one of the most anticipated IPOs of the year

COP28: Radisson rolls out Net Zero Nights initiative in the UAE (Image: Supplied by Radisson hotel Group)

COP28: Radisson rolls out Net Zero Nights initiative in the UAE

The initiative will be introduced across 16 of the group’s hotels within the country

climate solutions

A timeline: UN climate negotiations through the years up to COP28

As the UAE gets ready to host COP28, we take a look at some landmark years, that have moved the needle on climate action

RTA sets up detailed plan to help movement of visitors and delegates travel to Expo City during COP28 Image WAM RTA

Getting to COP28: RTA unveils detailed transit plan

RTA has introduced exclusive special edition nol cards for COP28 delegates

PureHealth to list on ADX image ADX

Abu Dhabi-based PureHealth announces intention to list on ADX

Subject to obtaining regulatory approvals and other relevant considerations it is expected that trading on ADX will commence in December

UAE a key player in global financial sector, says NYSE vice chair

UAE a key player in global financial sector, says NYSE vice chair

The country’s financial markets possess significant potential and flexibility, combined with its continuous commitment to innovation and development

OPPO FIND N3 - IMAGE:SUPPLIED

OPPO Find N3: Hands-on review

The flagship device pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in a foldable phone

PRESIGHT - AI IN SPORTS

Interview: Can Presight AI do a Moneyball for cricket?

Presight AI’s CEO highlights the role of data analytics in enhancing enterprise efficiency and unlocking the potential of one of world’s biggest sports

Nakheel, etisalat by e& ink MoU, here’s how it will help new and old residents

Residents can be connected with the telecoms provider to enjoy a seamless digital experience at a simple click of a button

UAE-DUBAI-AIRSHOW TAWAZUN COUNCIL

UAE’s Tawazun signs $6.3bn defence deals at Dubai Airshow

The UAE’s MoD-linked Tawazun Council signed deals with defence suppliers such as Edge, SAAB, and Thales

al meydan street

Al Meydan Street project to reduce commute times drastically: RTA

The improvement works promises to reduce commute times as it increases street capacity from the Al Khail Street intersection to the Cyclists Club

UAE lanches developmental Phase of Sirb programme Image Dubai Media Office

UAE launches development phase of Sirb satellite programme

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum launched the satellite programme

RTA makes modifications to routes and schedules

Dubai’s RTA makes changes to bus routes and schedules

The changes are aimed at expanding and integrating the public bus network with other public transport modes such as the metro and marine transport

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed issues directive to treat 1000 Palestinian cancer patients in UAE hospitals Issues WAM

UAE President issues directive to offer medical care to 1,000 Palestinian cancer patients

The initiative is part of the UAE’s continuing efforts to alleviate the rising humanitarian crisis in Gaza

Emirates, Boeing partner to advance aircraft maintenance

Emirates, Boeing partner to advance aircraft maintenance

The integration of drone technology for maintenance tasks represents a leap forward for the carrier and is expected to speed up exterior inspections

Dubai Police - Lamborghini URUS

Dubai Police adds Lamborghini Urus Performante to patrol fleet

The supercar’s addition to the Dubai Police fleet is part of the city’s tradition of leveraging high-performance vehicles to bolster security during events

EANAN S-700

Why vertical take-off crafts have a bright future in the UAE: EANAN

EANAN’s eVTOLs are zero-emission and designed to carry heavy cargo as well as passenger transportation

Archer secures $500m order from UAE’s Air Chateau

Flying taxi maker Archer secures $500m order from UAE’s Air Chateau

The two entities will now work to formalise the definitive agreements covering the planned purchase over the coming months

25hours debuts branded residences concept in Dubai (Image: Supplied by Ennismore)

25hours debuts branded residences concept in Dubai

25hours Heimat Dubai will include studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments as well as duplex penthouses

OPPO FIND N3

Find N3 in UAE: Oppo releases flagship foldable phones

The smartphone maker says the new devices “redefine the foldable experience”

DUBAI AIRPORT

Dubai eyes super-hub status with new mega airport

The airport operator forecasts that annual passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport will reach 86.8 million this year

Manchester City FC reports second year of record-breaking profits Image Supplied

Abu Dhabi-owned Man City reports robust profits

The club confirmed revenues of GBP712.8m and profits of GBP80.4m – nearly double that of the previous year’s record of GBP41.7m

UAE weather rains hit Dubai and other emirates. Image Getty Images Karim Sahib

UAE weather: Heavy rains lash Dubai, other emirates

Partly cloudy weather, with potential rain showers across the northern and eastern parts of the country and coastal areas, is expected on Saturday, November 18

REAL MADRID WORLD - FOOTBALL THEME PARK DUBAI

Real Madrid World: Football theme park coming to Dubai

Real Madrid World promises to host new and exciting experiences for football fans of all ages

Emirates places US$6 billion order for 15 A350s (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates places $6bn order for 15 A350s

The latest deal will take the airline’s total A350 order book to 65 units

JW Marriott property announced for Ras Al Khaimah (Image: Supplied by Marjan)

JW Marriott property announced for Ras Al Khaimah

Marriott International has teamed up with WOW Resorts to launch a resort and residential development on Al Marjan Island