Saudi Arabia's Supreme Court has announced that the first day of the annual Haj pilgrimage will be on August 19 and Eid Al-Adha will fall on August 21.  It said Sunday (Aug 12) will be the first day of the incoming month of Dhul Al-Hijjah for the year 1439 AH, a Saudi Press Agency...

The number of guests in Ajman’s hotels increased by 14 per cent in the first half of this year compared to the same period last year, while occupancy rate grew by five per cent, a media report said. Ajman’s total revenue from the tourism and hospitality sector was Dh242 million ($65.8...

Flight destinations most searched focus mainly on European, Far East The UAE's aviation sector is all set to witness massive growth as the region welcomes an increase in international passengers. SEMrush online search data for GCC outbound travel from the UAE, Saudi Arabia and...

Arabtec made a net profit attributable to equity holders in the parent of $10.8mln in the three months to June 30 DUBAI - Dubai builder Arabtec said on Wednesday that it had swung to a net profit in the second quarter, boosted by profits from its investment in interior designer Depa as...

Dubai Police managed to extinguish the blaze, which started earlier this morning A yacht caught fire during the early hours of the morning on Thursday at Port Rashid marina in Dubai, Dubai Police said on their official Twitter account. Dubai Civil Defence rushed to the scene and...

Dubai airline says two additional flights to Canadian city will be operated by iconic A380 from August 18 Emirates has announced that it will introduce two additional flights to its Toronto service from August 18. Both flights will be operated by the iconic Emirates A380 with...

Museum of the Future picks 15 companies to help it develop unique experiences for visitors by using artificial intelligence and virtual reality technology The Museum of the Future has shortlisted 15 companies from across the world to help it develop unique experiences for visitors by...

Last week, the Dubai Land Department seized properties, land plots and funds registered to Schon Investors in the UAE and around the world are praising the Dubai Land Department’s decision to seize assets belonging to developer Schon Properties, with many expressing hope that they will...

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment authorises Fish Farm to operate a fish hatchery in Umm Al Quwain to improve food security The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has signed an agreement with Fish Farm authorising the latter to operate a fish hatchery in...

Emirati Swiss luxury firm Mouawad has acquired the largest and purest diamond offered for sale by Alrosa, the Russian mining company Emirati Swiss luxury firm Mouawad has acquired a 51.38 carat Dynasty diamond, the largest and purest of five stones offered for sale by Alrosa, the...