Ajman real estate sector sees major increase in value of rents in Q1
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anti-begging
Dubai Police arrest 41 members of begging gang living in same hotel
Dubai Police arrest 41 Arab nationals in hotel begging gang scam
English Premier League
Khaldoon Al Mubarak eyes new Manchester City signings after disappointing season
Manchester City Chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak is confident the Abu Dhabi-backed team will compete for major honours again next season
air conditioning services
Dubai now has 893 air-conditioned bus shelters
RTA gets ready for scorching summer heat with thorough review of air-conditioned bus shelters in Dubai
Abu Dhabi
Mubadala and TAQA complete purchase of power plant in Uzbekistan
The Abu Dhabi companies hold 40 per cent stake each in TPP1, the 875MW combined-cycle gas-fired plant, and also in the O&M company
Brand View
AW Rostamani group unveils world’s largest INFINITI centre in Dubai
The new Centre is anchored by the all-new INFINITI QX80 and features minimalist, Japanese-inspired interiors, elegant VIP lounges, and personalised consultation suites
Brand View
From boardrooms to breakthroughs: Amnah Ajmal drives forward with reinvigorated purpose
To be exceptional, “it takes courage, perseverance and empathy,” starts Amnah Ajmal, Fintech Thought Leader and Public Speaker
Dubai
Acube Developments breaks ground on Vega in Dubai Sports City
The project is scheduled for handover in Q2 2027
MENA
Seed Group partners with B2B travel platform Tumodo to advance UAE business travel management
In the coming months, the alliance will empower regional and UAE-based businesses with next- generation corporate travel solutions
Dubai real estate
Dubai’s Emaar Development purchases land in Ras Al Khor for $790mn
The real estate giant already has a mega successful Dubai Creek Harbour project in the area; the land has been purchased from Amlak Property Investment
Arjan
Dubai real estate: Prospect, Mulk Properties launch AED350mn premium commercial development in Arjan
The project is set for handover in Q3 2027
Bitget
Bitget launches BGUSD to bridge traditional finance and crypto
BGUSD is redeemable for USDC at a 1:1 ratio and can be subscribed using USDC or USDT
Donald Trump
Washington appeals court puts a stay on trade court’s decision on tariffs
Appeals court orders plaintiffs to respond by June 5, administration by June 9 after a trade court ruled the President exceeded authority
Healthcare
India-based digital healthcare platform Practo launches instant online access services in UAE
The launch enables users to book appointments with verified doctors and access thousands of patient reviews
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company
Abu Dhabi data centre industry power investments to top $10bn
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company expects massive investment from data centre industry
Dubai Land Department
Dubai takes major tokenised real estate project step with world-first investment
Dubai Land Department launches world’s first property token ownership certificate
Dubai Chamber
Dubai Chamber of Commerce sees 216 new Filipino companies added in Q1
Dubai is witnessing significant growth in Filipino companies registered and trading in the emirate
Abu Dhabi Department of Energy
Abu Dhabi announces 2050 energy strategy to lure $109bn investment
Abu Dhabi Department of Energy reveals long-term strategy for energy and water sectors
Abu Dhabi
Gridora to develop $9.6bn Abu Dhabi infrastructure projects
Gridora signs deal to start development of high-impact transport infrastructure projects in Abu Dhabi
Dubai Land Department
Dubai real estate developers look to parks to enhance project appeal
Proximity to a park could boost real estate value by up to 8 per cent Dubai real estate developers told
Dubai real estate
Dubai real estate price forecast amid increased supply: Fitch Ratings
Fitch Ratings says it expects a ‘moderate correction’ in Dubai real estate prices
future
UAE Future 50 brings together forward-thinking startups to inspire entrepreneurs
Sheikh Hamdan witnesses launch of UAE Future 50 entrepreneur group
cepa
UAE and EU look to boost $68bn trade relations with CEPA deal
UAE and EU advance talks over Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi residents feel safe and happy despite long working hours
Abu Dhabi Quality of Life Survey tracks happiness and well-being of residents
Hyatt
Hyatt eyes Middle East growth as Q1 revenues increase
Hyatt looks to triple Saudi portfolio of hotels as it eyes growth in the Middle East
CBUAE
CBUAE issues $5m fines to foreign banks
UAE Central Bank fines foreign banks over anti-money laundering violations
Attestation services
UAE sick leave attested instantly online
UAE workers can have sick leave and medical reports attested online instantly
China
China announces visa-free travel for Saudi, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain
China has announced visa-free travel for all GCC nationals
aseer
Saudi real estate: ARDARA to launch lifestyle community in Al Wadi with luxury hotels and homes
Aseer Governor and ARDARA announce new luxury community in Al Wadi, Saudi Arabia
private school
Massive improvements at Sharjah schools with 5 rated ‘Very Good’
Sharjah Private Education Authority announces school ratings
Aviation
Flynas IPO attracted $109bn in orders, retail subscription open
Saudi Arabia’s flynas set IPO price at SR80 per share
Brand View
Sultan Batterjee on turning IHCC into Saudi Arabia’s leading turnkey construction company
From Four Seasons to the green Mosques initiative, Chairman & CEO Sultan Batterjee reveals how IHCC and its subsidiaries are scaling Saudi-born expertise across healthcare, hospitality, and sustainability – and why purpose is the most powerful growth strategy
Robot
Pony.ai to launch Dubai robotaxi trials in 2025
Motoring firm to launch Dubai robotaxi trials this year ahead of 2026 launch
domestic workers
UAE takes legal action against 30 domestic worker recruitment rulebreakers
UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation penalises domestic worker recruitment offices
Eid
Eid Al Adha 2025 dates announced in Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei
Countries around the world announce details of new month and dates of Eid Al Adha 2025
Eid
Oman announces Eid Al Adha 2025
Crescent moon to mark start of Dhul-Hijjah spotted in Oman, Eid Al Adha dates revealed
Eid
Saudi Arabia announces Eid Al Adha 2025
Crescent moon to mark start of Dhul-Hijjah spotted in Saudi Arabia, Eid Al Adha dates revealed
Eid
UAE announces Eid Al Adha 2025
Crescent moon to mark the start of Dhul-Hijjah spotted in UAE, Eid Al Adha dates revealed
Brand View
Inside ADDarah’s vision for transformative hospitality
Khaled Alba Hussain, Head of Hospitality at ADDarah, on how the luxury venue is blending cultural storytelling, operational rigour, and immersive design to elevate Saudi Arabia’s event experience
Alpen Capital
GCC will need 2,800 new schools for extra 1.5m students by 2029
Increasing population and high importance of education will see student numbers soar and high demand for new schools and education establishments
air miles
Etihad to gift one globetrotting passenger 5m air miles in biggest ever giveaway
Etihad launches biggest ever frequent flyer miles contest for passengers visiting 15 new locations on network
commuters
Does an accident on commute in the UAE count as a workplace injury for insurance?
UAE authority clarifies compensation rules surrounding injuries sustained travelling to and from work
Abu Dhabi real estate
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions fall, prices rise; best-performing areas in Q1 revealed
Abu Dhabi real estate transactions decrease as limited number of new projects enter market in first three months of 2025
Eid
UAE calls for moon-sighting ahead of Eid Al Adha 2025
UAE has called on people to report moon-sighting ahead of Eid Al Adha 2025
Dubai Paid Parking
Parkin announces 2 new Dubai paid parking zones
Parkin has introduced new public parking zones in Mirdif, Dubai
border regulations
UAE and Oman to boost $15.2bn trade with massive special economic zone at Al Buraimi border
UAE and Oman to develop Al Rawdah Special Economic Zone on Al Buraimi border to boost trade
diamond jewellery
Jewellery show in Sharjah to display stunning 108m-long diamond necklace
Watch and Jewellery Middle East Show in Sharjah to display world record-breaking diamond necklace
ADNOC
ADNOC Group companies announces $2.3bn profit in Q1
ADNOC Group’s public companies saw robust profits in first three months of 2025
Dubai Islands
Dubai real estate: New developer launches Bonds Avenue project as UAE sector assets reach $861bn
Maiden real estate developer has launched Bonds Avenue project in Dubai Islands with homes from $444,000 to S2.7m
Eid
Saudi Arabia calls for moon-sighting ahead of Eid Al Adha 2025
Saudi Arabia has called on people in the Kingdom to report moon-sighting ahead of Eid Al Adha 2025
qatar real estate
Qatar records $146m of real estate sales in one week
Qatar real estate sector sees over $146m of sales in single week
Dubai real estate
UAE announces tax exemption; Expected holiday dates; Dubai real estate cryptocurrency buying tips; visa application centre opened – 10 things you missed this week
UAE tax rules, holiday forecasts, Dubai real estate analysis and more top news stories this week
Dubai real estate
Dubai real estate developer launches Al Jaddaf Waterfront project with 44 homes
HRE Development launches Celeste real estate project in Dubai’s Al Jaddaf Waterfront district