ABU DHABI: As concerns grow over rising tensions between India and Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates has urged both countries to show restraint and prioritise peaceful dialogue. H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, called for de-escalation and a focus on diplomacy to protect regional and international […]
Dubai: Chelsea Football Club has announced a landmark collaboration with DAMAC Properties to launch the Chelsea Residences in Dubai Maritime City, the first branded real estate project by the English Premier League club. This premium residential development blends luxury urban living with exclusive Chelsea FC-inspired design and amenities, targeting both local and international buyers. The […]
Abu Dhabi: The UAE is set to become one of the first countries in the world to roll out a mandatory artificial intelligence (AI) curriculum across all public schools beginning in the 2025–2026 academic year. This strategic educational initiative is designed to equip students from kindergarten to Grade 12 with foundational and advanced AI skills, […]
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s non-oil private sector economy maintained stable momentum in April 2025, according to new PMI data that reflects a measured but confident business environment. The country’s S&P Global Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) held firm at 54.0, signalling expansion in overall market activity and business sentiment. The strongest development in April came from […]
DUBAI: Calligrapher Abdul Kareem, better known as Kareemgraphy, has inked his gratitude the best way he knows how – through bold strokes of Arabic calligraphy. After being granted the UAE’s prestigious Golden Visa, the Dubai-based creative shared a shimmering tribute to the city in his signature style. “Thank you Dubai,” the artwork reads, using Arabic […]
DUBAI: Dubai has once again claimed the top global spot for attracting Greenfield FDI in cultural and creative industries (CCI) in 2024. Beating out 233 cities including London and Singapore, the emirate attracted 971 projects and AED18.86 billion in capital, creating over 23,500 new jobs. The win, confirmed by the Financial Times’ fDi Markets report, […]
DUBAI: A job ad is breaking the internet, and no, it’s not for astronauts or CEOs. It’s for full-time house managers in the UAE — and the pay is more than most of us have ever dreamt of. Royal Maison, a high-end Dubai-based recruitment agency that supplies staff to royal and elite households, recently posted […]
DUBAI: Pop culture lovers, clear your calendars. The COMICAVE Comic Book Day weekend is coming—and it’s free to attend. Held on May 3rd and 4th at Dubai Outlet Mall’s Dome Area, this event blends comic book magic with Star Wars fandom for an unforgettable geek-out. Running from 12 PM to 9 PM each day, this […]
DUBAI: Two lucky Dubai Duty Free winners—one from Pakistan and the other from India—have just become dollar millionaires in the latest Millennium Millionaire draw at Dubai International Airport. Mr. Muhammad Gumman, a Pakistani national living in Saudi Arabia, won US$1 million in Series 498 with ticket number 2990. Though currently unreachable, Gumman becomes the 26th […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is revolutionising Dubai marine transport by using advanced data solutions to optimise services during holidays, events, and high-demand seasons. This smart, seasonal initiative begins May 2 and promises improved travel experiences for passengers and better resource efficiency for operators. The system relies on in-house algorithms that process big […]
DUBAI: Emirates has announced plans to hire over 1,500 pilots over the next two years, marking World Pilots’ Day with a bold step toward its global growth strategy. This move reinforces its commitment to the aviation community and strengthens its world-class flight crew of over 4,600 aviators. The airline’s Accelerated Command programme, which promotes First […]
