Miscellaneous

Eid Al Adha 2024 holidays in UAE: Private, public sector leaves announced

Employees of both sectors will get a four-day holiday for Eid Al Adha

Eid Al Adha 2024: Dhu Al Hijjah moon sighted in Saudi Arabia

Eid Al Adha, which is observed on the 10th day of Dhu Al Hijjah, will be on June 16

Eid Al Adha 2024: Will the Dhu Al Hijjah moon be sighted tonight?

Eid Al Adha falls on the 10th day of the month of Dhu Al Hijjah, the 12th and final month of the Islamic calendar

Dubai Production City sees 13 percent growth in customer base in Q1 2024

The global commercial printing market reached a size of $494.5 billion last year

World’s most powerful passports for 2024 revealed

A powerful passport makes it easier for travellers to visit a foreign country

Plastic ban: Abu Dhabi, Dubai to ban select styrofoam products, single-use bags from June 1

The ban is part of a larger campaign rolled out by the emirates to stop the use of plastics, styrofoam and other products that are not easily biodegradable

Over 40 percent expats prefer UAE for quality of life, investment opportunities: Survey

Only 27 percent of high-net-worth (HNW) expats are “very familiar” with the tax implications of wealth assets outside the UAE

UAE’s Habib Al Mulla and Partners expands international reach with office in Russia

The firm’s latest expansion will help service Emirati businesses and investments venturing into the Russian market and beyond

Sheikh Ahmed attends opening of 22nd Arab Media Forum in Dubai

The forum was held on Day 2 the Arab Media Summit 2024

L’Oréal Middle East, AstroLabs launch TechQuest challenge, fueling beauty tech advancements in the region

Out of 535 homegrown startups identified, 14 were shortlisted to innovate next-gen beauty tech for L'Oréal Middle East

Saudi Arabia gears up for 1st Esports World Cup in July with over $60 million prize pool

The Club Championship will award $20 million to the top 16 clubs depending on their overall performance

Meet half-yearly Emiratization targets by June 30, urges UAE ministry

2024 targets aim to raise the number of skilled Emiratis working in the private sector by 1 percent

Sheikh Hamdan approves launch of MBZ-SAT satellite

The satellite is fully developed and built by a team of Emirati engineers from MBRSC

UAE announces 10-year Blue Residency visa

UAE already grants 10-year golden visas to eligible investors, entrepreneurs, scientists and outstanding students, among others

Sheikh Hamdan launches new Dubai quality of life strategy featuring more than 200 projects and initiatives

The strategy's objectives include a 300 percent increase in the length of beach cycling tracks

UAE, Saudi Arabia explore establishment of Saudi-Emirati Coordination Council to enhance procurement

Council to enhance achievements, protect interests, and create new opportunities for both nations

UAE’s Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohamed Al Nahyan passes away, seven days of mourning declared

Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan was the Abu Dhabi Ruler’s Representative in Al Ain Region

UAE approves $544.60 million for rain damage to homes

Last week, the UAE saw the heaviest rains in 75 years

Dubai Shopping Festival 2024: Dates, things to do & offers

A month-long celebration of culture, shopping, and entertainment

Saudi Arabia’s cinema revenue soars to over $986 million in just six years

Currently, Saudi Arabia has 66 movie theaters with approximately 618 screens and 63,373 seats

Dubai government employees to receive April salaries early

The Crown Prince is committed to supporting employees and their families during the recent extreme weather

UAE weather: Sheikh Hamdan orders alternative housing for affected families in Dubai, other services at no extra cost

The Crown Prince directed the establishment of a committee to urgently review all requests from Emirati citizens affected by the heavy rains

How to get Dubai Police clearance certificate in UAE

The certificate can be issued to residents, visitors and even former residents who no longer live in the country

UAE weather: Dubai schools to operate remotely on Wednesday

Public sector staff, too, will be working from home