Al Ansari approves Dhs350m interim dividend

Al Ansari’s board recommends Dhs300m interim dividend

The proposed dividend payout is in line with the company’s previously announced dividend policy of distributing Dhs600m

DUBAI REAL MADRID

Dubai is Real Madrid’s destination partner in landmark global deal

The multi-year agreement promises a range of exciting activations, special fan moments and unique experiences for Dubai and Real Madrid fans

SNB and Mastercard launch UEFA Champions League cards

Saudi National Bank, Mastercard launch UEFA Champions League cards

The cards, the first of their kind in the kingdom, include a cashback credit card and prepaid card without annual fees

AL WASL PLAZA

Expo City’s Al Wasl Plaza enters Guinness World Records: Watch incredible video

It has been the backdrop for stunning visual effects and hosted renowned performances

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB (Image: Supplied by TUS Airways)

TUS Airways begins flights to DXB

The carrier will operate twice-weekly flights between Larnaca and Dubai

UAE-INDIA TRADE TALKS

UAE, India sign MoU to develop domestic card scheme during high-level trade talks

The two countries signed multiple agreements during the trade meet which include digital payment systems, food security, and startups

ADNOC awards multibillion gas expansion contracts

UAE’s ADNOC awards multibillion gas expansion contracts

The company is increasing gas production as consumers around the world look to switch from crude and coal toward cleaner burning fuel

UAE unveils first wind power plants ahead of COP28

UAE inaugurates first wind power plants ahead of COP28

The clean energy project is expected to power more than 23,000 homes a year and displace 120,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide

Plastic ban

Single-use plastic ban goes into effect in Ras Al Khaimah from this date

This law prohibits the use, possession, trading, sale, or distribution of single-use plastic materials in the emirate

Maximise employee happiness for workplace success

How to maximise employee happiness for workplace success

The modern workplace is changing, with technology, inclusivity, and employee satisfaction at the forefront

ADNOC Distribution to use biofuel for its UAE vehicle fleet

ADNOC Distribution to use biofuel to power its UAE vehicle fleet

The company’s fleet plays a crucial role in supplying fuels and liquefied petroleum gas to corporate customers

Sheikh Hamdan in Mauritius

Sheikh Hamdan shares pictures from Mauritius holiday

Sheikh Hamdan posted a touching photograph of holding up his youngest son Mohammed

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

Dubai: DMCC launches loyalty programme for member companies

New and existing DMCC member companies will be able to earn Business Rewards points on company set-up packages, services, business licensing, referrals and visa renewals

Dubai Shopping Festival

Dubai Shopping Festival 2023-2024 dates announced: Sales, fireworks and more

The festival will be held from December 8 to January 14 across the emirate

Saudi’s flynas acquires five additional A320 neo aircraft (Image: Supplied by flynas)

Saudi’s flynas acquires five additional A320 neo aircraft

It has received a total of 11 A320 neo aircraft this year, with eight more expected to arrive before the end of 2023

DAMAC CASA

DAMAC Casa to come up in Al Sufouh: Island living at the heart of Dubai

Located in the Al Sufouh area with Dubai’s iconic Palm as its backdrop, the tower aims to bring the serenity of island living in its design

Dubai launches family business management programme

Dubai launches family business management programme

The programme seeks to empower and develop management skills among family business leaders

Taaleem’s full-year net profit surges by 41.5%

Dubai’s Taaleem records Dhs117.3m in full-year profit

The school operator added 28,490 new students for the 2022/23 academic year, a 35.9 per cent year-on-year increase in enrolments

Saudi Arabia launches bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034

Saudi Arabia launches bid to host FIFA World Cup 2034

The kingdom has qualified for the iconic tournament on six occasions since 1994 – most recently in 2022

Over 6.5 million subscribe to UAE’s unemployment insurance scheme

UAE unemployment insurance scheme: MOHRE reports over 6.5 million subscribers

The scheme provides a social safety net for citizens and residents while ensuring that they have a decent life until alternative employment arises

oil

OPEC+ panel holds oil policy steady as Saudi Arabia, Russia keep cuts

Saudi Arabia, Russia will continue with their respective production cuts in a bid to “balance the global oil market”

Hajj 2024

UAE announces Hajj 2024 registration dates

The annual pilgrimage to the holiest city in Islam takes place during the Islamic calendar month of Dhu Al Hijja which is expected to fall in June next year

RTA instant passenger driver permit

Dubai’s RTA introduces instant passenger transport driver permit initiative

This initiative is part of RTA’s broader digital transformation strategy for permits for commercial activities

Emirates to introduce premium economy to Sao Paulo and Tokyo Narita (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates to introduce premium economy to Sao Paulo and Tokyo Narita

With the addition of these two destinations, the number of points on the Emirates network offering premium economy will grow to 14

China grants Saudi Arabia Approved Destination Status

China grants Saudi Arabia Approved Destination Status

Saudi Arabia aims to attract three million Chinese travellers by 2030

Nora al matrooshi

Who is Nora Al Matrooshi, the UAE’s first female astronaut to head to space in 2024?

Nora’s journey to space began when she was chosen in 2021 to train at NASA, alongside 11 candidates from around the world

Virat Kohli joins as E1 team owner with UAE entrepreneur Image E1 series

Virat Kohli, UAE businessman launch team for UIM E1 World Championship

Virat Kohli said he wants The Blue Rising team to raise the profile of sustainable sports and make sure the pl is protected for future generations

Sheikh Mohammed, Vice President and PM of UAE and Ruler of Dubai issues decree to form ICD board courtesy_Dubai Media Office

Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed issues new decree to form ICD board

The Investment Corporation of Dubai is the principal investment arm of the emirate’s government

Qatar foundation stone laid for North Field Expansion Project Image courtesy QatarEnergy

Qatar begins work on major gas field expansion project

Along with LNG, the North Field expansion project will produce 6,500 tonnes per day of ethane gas, which will be used as feedstock in petrochemical industries

ADNOC, Occidental to build DAC facility in UAE

ADNOC, Occidental to advance direct air capture project in UAE

The energy firm is testing the world’s first fully sequestered CO2 injection well in a carbonate saline aquifer in Abu Dhabi