International higher education institutions in Dubai see enrolment numbers increase 8 per cent Dubai’s international higher education institutions reported an 8 per cent annual growth in the number of students enrolled, according to new data revealed by the Knowledge and Human...

RAKBANK reported a record total income of Dhs1.07bn for the first quarter RAKBANK delivered a net profit increase of 105 per cent for Q1 2023. The results were bolstered by robust and diversified growth on both sides of the balance sheet, underpinned by strong sales momentum and lower...

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed celebrates landmark moment in country’s space exploration mission UAE Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has made history by completing the first Arab spacewalk. The seven-hour mission was watched by thousands of Arabs, space-lovers, science enthusiasts and...

Monarch Holding and EHang Holdings have signed a partnership agreement to establish the facility in the region Abu Dhabi-based manufacturer Monarch Holding and Chinese company EHang Holdings, an autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV) technology platform company, have signed a partnership...

UAE approves 71 economic activities that can be carried out on agricultural land The UAE has announced major opportunities for agricultural industry as it looks to boost the economy in the sector. Under new plans farms will be allowed to operate holiday homes and tourist...

The agreement will serve as a catalyst to increase and diversify bilateral trade by substantially eliminating tariffs, reducing non-tariff trade barriers and promoting trade The UAE and the Kingdom of Cambodia have finalised the terms of a comprehensive economic partnership agreement...

The new facility is a stylish and spacious contemporary space that is aimed at ensuring a hassle-free check-in experience for passengers Emirates has opened a new city check-in and travel store in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), as part of the carrier’s broader...

Wynn Resorts has given a first look at upcoming UAE casino resort Wynn Al Marjan Island The developers of the UAE’s first casino resort have given a first look and new name for the game-changing multi-billion-dollar property. Wynn Resorts has announced the highly anticipated...

Dubai Police report water incidents over Eid holidays ADubai boat caught fire after an engine exploded and a maritime vehicle crashed into Maktoum Bridge during the Eid Al Fitr holiday. However, due to the extensive maritime safety measures implemented by Dubai Police, there were...

Dubai smugglers convicted after bringing $130m in cash into UAE Members of a criminal gang based in the UK caught smuggling millions of dollars in cash into Dubai have been convicted. The UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) announced that eleven couriers have been convicted in a...