Sultan AlNeyadi with other crew members

UAE’s Sultan AlNeyadi begins return journey home: Watch live stream

The Emirati astronaut has begun his return journey home to Earth after spending six month aboard the International Space Station

Sony

Sony gains most since July after PlayStation gaming price hike

The gaming and entertainment giant will now charge as much as $159.99 annually for the premium tier of the popular service

How AIX is unlocking Dubai’s investment potential

AIX Investment Group is showcasing Dubai’s potential for real estate investor

From premium residences to ultra modern commercial spaces, the city’s real estate market offers diverse and lucrative opportunities for investors

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Saudi crude oil exports plummet as OPEC giant slashes production

Since July, the kingdom has pledged to implement a unilateral production cut of one million barrels a day on top of existing curbs

UBS says UAE economy to grow by 3.5% in 2023

UAE economy to grow by 3.5% in 2023

The country’s non-oil economy is projected to grow by a robust 4.5 per cent this year

Kuwait Investment Office manages $250bn in assets

Kuwait wealth fund’s London arm manages $250bn in assets

The fund mainly invests directly, predominantly in public equities and fixed income but also in alternatives like real estate and private equity

Here’s how Yardi is revolutionising UAE property market

How Yardi is revolutionising the Middle East’s property market

The growth in the Middle East’s property market is creating opportunities for proptech companies such as Yardi to provide innovative solutions that meet the needs of investors, sellers and end-users

Dell

Dell sales top estimates in positive signal for PC market

The shares rose about 4.5 per cent in extended trading after closing at $56.24 in New York

UAE, New Zealand enter preliminary talks on CEPA

UAE, New Zealand enter preliminary talks on CEPA

The two countries already share a productive trade relationship, with non-oil trade reaching $805m in 2022

Aldar backed SODIC expands in Egypt, tie-up with Nobu Image ALdar

Aldar-backed SODIC expands in Egypt, to add Nobu hotels, residences

The agreement builds on Aldar’s recently announced partnership with Nobu to bring a luxury hotel, branded residences and restaurant to Mamsha Beach on Saadiyat Island

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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

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Honor IFA Berlin live stream: Watch the launch of Magic V2 smartphone

The IFA Berlin is expected to see the global debut of the Honor Magic V2 which was launched in China back in July

DAMAC MALL opens in Dubai Image Damac

Dubai: DAMAC Mall officially opens, here’s what it features

The mall is expecting an annual footfall of around 1.3 million visitors

Ben Stokes cricket

England Cricket captain Ben Stokes predicts Saudi could be the next biggest player in cricket

Ben Stokes was unveiled as one of the athletes backing a new venture capital firm allowing sports stars to invest in consumer-facing startups

W Al Marjan Island will feature 300 rooms (Image: Supplied by Marjan)

Marriott confirms second property for Al Marjan Island

W Al Marjan Island will include 300 rooms and is slated to open in Ras Al Khaimah in 2027

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India’s crude oil imports from Saudi Arabia surges

The world’s third largest oil importer has increased its purchase of oil from Saudi Arabia

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

Apple

Apple tests using 3D printers to make devices in major manufacturing shift

The new approach has the potential to streamline Apple’s supply chain and kick off a broader shift

Aliph Capital secures funding from PIF-backed Jada

Saudi PIF’s Jada invests in Aliph Capital’s “Aliph Fund I”

The investment reinforces Jada’s commitment to supporting small and midsize enterprises in Saudi Arabia

Automobiles partners with Tabby

Arabian Automobiles, Tabby partner to advance after-sales experience

The partnerships will offer enhanced convenience and flexibility when it comes to vehicle maintenance and repair costs

EGA expects demand to drive aluminium prices

Top Middle East aluminium maker sees prices rising with demand

The company expects its full-year sales volume to be in line with 2022 even as prices have declined over the last 12 months

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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

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Elon Musk says X will offer video and audio calls

The announcement came after the platform updated its privacy policy to include the collection of biometric data

Borouge

Borouge shareholders approve multimillion dollar dividend

The interim dividend will be paid to shareholders who have purchased Borouge shares as of September 7

Aviv Clinics

Aviv Clinics Dubai: An investment in your brain health

The Aviv Clinics medical evaluation programme has opened a new frontier in medicine, enhancing brain and physical performance, and boosting the reversal of the biology of ageing

Abu Dhabi Airport Midfield Terminal Building to open in November Image Abu Dhabi Airports

Abu Dhabi: Midfield Terminal Building to open soon, will boost AUH’s capacity

The new state-of-the-art terminal is scheduled to open in November this year

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for September 2023

UAE announces petrol, diesel prices for September 2023

The fuel price committee increased the retail rates for Super 98, Special 95, and E-Plus 91 by as much as 28 fils per litre in September

SAUDIA Group allocated 1.2 million seats for 2023 Hajj season. Image credit: Twitter @bhx_official

SAUDIA Group allocated 1.2 million seats for 2023 Hajj season

The group has revealed its operational performance during the peak of the summer travel season from May 21-August 2, 2023

Dubai Taxi adds new smart services to app Image RTA DTC

Dubai Taxi launches these new smart app-based services

One of the new services, Meet Me Here, allows users to share their precise location with friends, making it easy for them to meet at the intended destination

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Amazon’s Alexa, Google’s Assistant will share JBL smart speaker

Amazon.com and Alphabet say these are the first products that will let people use two assistants at once