Miscellaneous

Abu Dhabi’s Most Noble Number online charity auction raises $22.81 million

Auction featured 444 special plate numbers, including regular vehicle plate numbers as well as motorcycle plate numbers

SpaceX Dragon capsule safely returns NASA crew after record-breaking mission

The seven-day mission extended due to issues, including a delayed Boeing test flight

UAE to submit membership request to ‘World Boxing’

This announcement follows February's temporary recognition of "World Boxing" as the governing body for boxing

Eid al-Fitr holidays: UAE federal government announces official dates

If Ramadan 2025 lasts for 30 days, 30th of Ramadan will also be a public holiday, extending the Eid break

Essential guide to UAE Eid holidays: Planning your time off in 2025

Eid Al Fitr is expected to take place either on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, depending on the sighting of the moon

Saudi-backed Scopely to acquire Pokémon Go maker for $3.5 billion

In 2023, Scopely was acquired by Savvy Games Group, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s PIF, for $4.9 billion

Dubai Airports named 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winner

Dubai Airports reached the 75th percentile for employee engagement

Blood Worm Moon: What to know and how to watch this week’s total lunar eclipse

Stargazers should check local astronomical resources for specific timing details based on their location

ISEZA: UAE’s first dedicated sports and entertainment hub to support $2.5 billion annual economic impact

The Zone will offer a unified platform for licensing in sports, events, media, and emerging technologies

Sheikh Mohammed issues new law on jurisdiction of DIFC Courts

The new law clarifies the DIFC Courts' jurisdiction and ensures their independent operation, including all divisions

Mass flight cancellations as strike affects 13 airports in Germany

Frankfurt Airport saw 94 percent of flights grounded, with 1,054 of 1,116 canceled

Elon Musk reports massive cyber attack on X

Musk asserted that the involvement of either a significant organized group or a nation, or possibly both, was likely

When will the UAE celebrate Eid Al Fitr 2025? Expected dates revealed

Eid Al Fitr is expected to take place either on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, depending on the sighting of the moon

Sheikh Mohammed issues decree to restructure Board of Trustees of Dubai Future Foundation

H.E. Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi will serve as Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the DFF and Managing Director

UAE to celebrate International Women’s Day tomorrow as it continues to empower Emirati women

UAE leadership views women as essential partners in addressing challenges and driving comprehensive development

UAE’s GPSSA announces early pension payments for March 2025

GPSSA's early disbursement shows commitment to timely pension payments and appreciation for retirees' contributions

SpaceX’s Starship explodes in space

Contact was lost minutes into the test flight as the spacecraft spiraled down and disintegrated

Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi on women empowerment through education

A highly respected advocate of women’s education and empowerment, Her Excellency takes pride in industry-aligned programs and global engagements that advance women’s leadership

Sheikh Mohammed names Dr. Abdulrahman Juma Mohammed Sharaf as Assistant Secretary-General of Dubai Judicial Council

This Decree is effective from March 1, 2025, and will be published in the Official Gazette

DWTC-Informa reaffirms commitment to tripling Dubai’s MICE sector GDP by $14.7 billion by 2033

The move aims to attract investments and facilitate cross-border trade through its esteemed B2B Events platforms

Top 10 most expensive luxury watches in the world

A look at luxury timepieces worth millions

Judge denies Musk’s bid to block OpenAI’s for-profit shift

Tesla's CEO accuses OpenAI of straying from its mission to prioritize corporate gain over humanity