Average residential price increased by 21.3% over the last 12 months with villas (24.3%) outperforming apartments (20.7%). The average apartment price in Q2 2024 was AED 1,535 psf and the average villa price was AED 1,851 psf. Dubai: Dubai’s residential market continues to show strong growth, with property values rising by 21.3% over the past […]
DUBAI: On Sunday, September 15, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) unveiled two significant bridges as part of the Garn Al Sabkha-Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project. The first bridge, a 2-lane structure spanning 601 metres, is designed to handle 3,200 vehicles per hour. It facilitates eastward traffic from Garn Al Sabkha Street […]
UAE shoppers spent USD 3.8 billion on FMCG and Tech & Durables goods in Q2 2024. Events such as the Dubai Shopping Festival, Pre-Ramadan, and Ramadan Sale impacted consumers spending. Dubai: UAE consumers demonstrated robust spending habits during the second quarter of 2024, collectively investing a substantial USD 3.8 Billion in Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Technology, and Durable Goods and […]
Anastacia is set to perform on December 20 at the iconic Etihad Arena Abu Dhabi: The World Tennis League is thrilled to announce the addition of American singer-songwriter Anastacia Lyn Newkirk to its lineup for the third season, scheduled to be held at the iconic Etihad Arena from December 19 to 22, 2024. The American […]
Maisour DIFC registered company becomes first crowdfunding platform specialising in fractional ownership of Dubai real estate to sign up as investment partners of the premiere event IIFA 2024. Dubai: Maisour, a leading crowdfunding platform specialising in fractional ownership of Dubai real estate, Thursday announced a landmark collaboration with the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) Awards […]
DUBAI: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that the Midday Break – the ban on working in direct sunlight from 12:30 to 3:00 pm – has officially ended yesterday, September 15, 2024. This initiative started on 15th June, aiming to protect workers from the harsh summer heat and ensure a safe […]
SHARJAH: Autumn in the northern hemisphere typically begins with the autumnal equinox, when the sun is directly over the equator, moving southward. This year, it will occur on 22nd September 2024, at 16:44 GST. Ibrahim Al Jarwan, Chairman of the Emirates Astronomical Society and member of the Arab Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences, explained […]
Over 100 healthcare workers made a giant pookalam with 600kg of flowers in the atrium of Burjeel Holdings’ flagship facility to celebrate Onam. Abu Dhabi: In Abu Dhabi, Burjeel Medical City (BMC) created a stunning pookkalam, a traditional floral carpet, to celebrate the Indian harvest festival of Onam. This vibrant floral tribute reflects both the […]
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Department of Energy (DoE) is all set to participate in the 2024 World Utilities Congress (WUC), happening from September 16 to 18 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). This major event is hosted by Abu Dhabi National Energy Company (TAQA) and supported by key organisations, including the Ministry […]
Onam, a festival that lasts 10 days and is observed in Kerala, commemorates the harvest period. The festival includes customary dances such as Kathakali and Pulikali, ending with the elaborate Onasadya banquet on Thiruvonam. The culinary expertise of Onam shines through in the Onam Sadhya, a grand banquet featuring 26 carefully crafted dishes that blend […]
DUBAI: Dubai Taxi Company today announced that it had been awarded 300 new plates at the latest Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) auction, solidifying its position as Dubai’s largest taxi fleet operator. The award increases DTC’s taxi fleet to almost 6,000 vehicles, increasing its taxi market share to 46% and demonstrating its commitment to […]
