DUBAI: Dubai is taking a giant leap towards innovation with the launch of the Crypto Tower, a futuristic 17-storey development in Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT). This landmark project, spearheaded by DMCC in collaboration with REIT Development, is designed to support the booming blockchain, decentralised finance (DeFi), and Web3 industries, further enhancing Dubai’s global leadership in […]
PARIS: The Louvre Museum has unveiled its first-ever fashion exhibition, “Louvre Couture: Art and Fashion in Dialogue,” aiming to captivate younger audiences and expand its cultural influence. Running until July 21, 2025, this pioneering showcase intertwines haute couture and decorative arts, spotlighting 65 garments and 30 accessories from legendary fashion houses. For the first time, […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi International Tennis Complex at Zayed Sports City is a distinguished hub that has played a pivotal role in popularising tennis across the UAE. Renowned for hosting top-tier players and events, it underscores Abu Dhabi’s position as a global sporting destination with year-round international tournaments. Established in 2004, the complex features […]
ABU DHABI: Emirati explorer Ibrahim Sharaf Al Hashemi has made history by participating in the first circular helicopter flight around Antarctica. Taking place from December 4, 2024, to January 17, 2025, the mission marked a groundbreaking achievement, with Al Hashemi becoming the first Emirati to join such an extraordinary feat. The journey, starting and ending […]
ABU DHABI: The Federal Tax Authority – FTA – announced remarkable achievements in its digital VAT refund systems throughout 2024, reflecting continuous advancements in digital transformation. The VAT refund service for UAE nationals constructing new residences approved 7,520 applications worth AED 704.38 million in 2024, contributing to a cumulative total of 34,900 applications valued at […]
DUBAI: Dubai’s Commercial Transport Sector, managed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), reported remarkable achievements in 2024. The number of companies operating in the sector grew significantly, surging from 9,000 to 12,100, a 34% increase compared to 2023. Registered vehicles in the Commercial and Logistics Transport Sector also saw a substantial rise, exceeding 400,000 […]
ABU DHABI: The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has clarified that taxpayers failing to pay the due corporate tax for each month or part thereof shall be subject to a monthly penalty of 14 percent per annum. This penalty is imposed on the unpaid tax amount and is calculated from the day following the payment deadline, […]
DUBAI: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the inaugural UAE-Kuwait Week will be held in Dubai from February 3-4, 2025, spotlighting strategic partnerships and economic cooperation. Organised by the UAE Ministry of Economy and Dubai Chambers in collaboration with the Kuwaiti Consulate General and Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, […]
DUBAI: The Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in collaboration with thejamjar, has unveiled the 29th edition of ArtMap, a comprehensive guide showcasing the UAE’s thriving art landscape. This edition underscores Dubai’s commitment to establishing itself as a global creative hub. ArtMap offers a detailed directory of over 40 art galleries, cultural festivals, exhibitions, […]
ABU DHABI: On January 24, the UAE marked the International Day of Education, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to harnessing the power of education for global transformation initiatives. Central to this commitment is the Digital School initiative by Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives. Launched in 2020, the platform has already reached 160,000 students across […]
SHARJAH: The Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2025, the region’s largest event of its kind, is set to welcome 12,000 attendees from February 1-2 at the Sharjah Research Technology and Innovation Park. Featuring over 250 activities, including 45 workshops and masterclasses, SEF aims to upskill aspiring entrepreneurs in business development, finance, mental health, and global growth […]
