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The World’s Biggest Sports Scandals

The biggest scandals to have rocked the world of sport range from cheating to drugs to infidelity to crime.

Saudi Airports Agency Picks Banks For Huge Riyal Sukuk

The size of the new Islamic bond could match the firm’s record-breaking $4 billion debut sukuk issued in 2012, say sources.

UAE Regulator To Allow Trading In Share Offer Rights

The reform allows a shareholder who does not want to or cannot subscribe to a share issue to sell the rights.

Gold Slips Ahead Of ECB, US Data

Spot gold fell 0.3 per cent to $1,399.16, as a gold import duty hike in India raised worries about future demand.

Brent Steady Near $103 On Stimulus Fears

Prices are being supported by worries that the political situation will worsen in the Middle East.

How To Adapt To The New Energy World?

Increasing pressures on the global energy system have led to heightened fragility and uncertainty.

The Benchmark For Good Leadership In The Gulf

To what extent should you go with the flow and to what extent should you find your own position?

Abu Dhabi Fund ADIA Turning To Emerging Markets

The fund raised its exposure limit on Chinese equities to $500 million from $200 million in the third quarter.

The Wide-Reaching Implications Of Iran Trade Sanctions On UAE Business

It’s more important than ever that local companies monitor their exposure to Iran trade and sanctions, writes Ben Constance, partner, Taylor Wessing, Middle East.

New GCC Tobacco Tax Could Lead To Illegal Trade

Ministers in the region are deliberating a 100 per cent increase in duty on tobacco products.

Yahoo To Buy Tumblr For $1.1bn – Reports

The boards of both companies have reportedly approved the deal, expected to be announced on Monday.

Etihad Buys Three AD Airport Service Companies

The trio, covering in-flight catering, ground handling and cargo, now fall under Etihad Airport Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Etihad

Where Are Oil Prices Headed In 2013?

US growth remains weak, the European debt crisis is dragging on and instability is affecting the Middle East’s oil supply.

Abu Dhabi Fund Names Deutsche Bank Exec As Infrastructure Head

ADIA said John McCarthy will oversee its existing portfolio and originate new transactions.

Refinery Shutdown Forces Oman Fuel Imports

A two-month shutdown of Oman’s biggest refinery slashed Omani regular gasoline output by 42 per cent in the first quarter of 2013.

Dubai To Close Airport Runways For Upgrade In 2014

Flights will be diverted from Dubai International Airport to the new Dubai World Central during the 80-day period in May.

Emirates Islamic Bank Reports 101% Q1 Profit Jump

The bank recorded strong growth in net profit and net income compared to its first quarter in 2012

Leading Through The Biggest Change In The Gulf

Are you and your organisation ready for the future business environment?

Mashreq Reports 57% Q1 Profit Jump

The lender made a net profit of Dhs425.3 million ($115.8 million) in Q1, an increase on the Dhs270.8 million from 2012.

How To Trade Stocks And Shares In The UAE

Before you jump headfirst into the local equity markets, it’s important to gain knowledge of the companies, industries and economy you’re buying shares in.

Etihad Bets On India In Pricey Jet Airways Deal

The success of Etihad’s bet will depend on the capacity of the two airline heads to stay on friendly terms, writes Reuters’ Una Galani.

Abu Dhabi’s Kizad Signs Dhs33m Deal With Cast Aluminium Industries

UAE-based CAI has signed a long-term land rental agreement to operate in Kizad’s aluminium industrial cluster.

Bahrain’s Rulers Evade F1 Fiasco But Crisis Endures

The public relations battle between the government and opposition appeared to end in stalemate this year.

Bahrain Soccer Head: I’m Favourite For AFC Top Job

An interview with Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa reveals he favours himself to replace disgraced Qatari Mohamed Bin Hammam.

Saudi Oil Exports In February Jump To 7.45m bpd

The world’s largest oil exporter shipped around 7.09 million bpd in January.

Dubai Police Adds Ferrari FF To Its Fleet

After unveiling a Lamborghini Aventador patrol car last week, Dubai Police now plan to launch a Ferrari.

Etihad Launching Belgrade Flights

Etihad aims to tap into growing UAE trade flows and connect Serbian diaspora in Australia and US.

GCC States Meet Over Iran Nuclear Radiation Fears

A 6.3-magnitude earthquake struck close to Iran’s only nuclear power station last week, causing fears of a radiation leak.

Dubai Police Unveil Lamborghini Aventador Patrol Car

The $500,000 vehicle will ‘help to facilitate policing on highways’ as it’s capable of a top speed of 350 km/h.

37 Dead In Iran Earthquake, 850 Injured

The 6.3 magnitude quake totally destroyed one village, but the nearby Bushehr nuclear plant was undamaged.