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Transforming the gaming landscape with Web3.0

Dubai’s push to build a global esports and gaming ecosystem is encouraging home grown brands such as GameCentric to offer innovative platforms that bring a diverse audience under one umbrella

UAE-WEATHER-rain

Weather forecast: More rain on the way for Abu Dhabi, Dubai says NCM

The NCM has forecast rain for Wednesday, May 1 and thunderstorms for Thursday, May 2

TRAFFIC

Dubai Police waives traffic fines incurred during UAE rains

Traffic violations incurred during last Tuesday’s heavy rainfall will be dropped

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What food startups should focus on to succeed in the GCC: Key insights

WOK BOYZ CEO Gaurav Sabharwal provides insights into building and scaling a food startup in the GCC market

Dubai Airports restores operations after UAE floods

Dubai Airports returns to full operational capacity, CEO says

Dubai’s main international airport returned to its normal flight schedule on Monday and is back to operating around 1,400 flights a day

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UAE rains: Dubai’s KHDA, Sharjah urge flexible learning at schools

KHDA officials have been onsite at various schools to ensure readiness to receive students

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Spinneys sets IPO price range, to make DFM debut on May 9

The subscription period for UAE retail investors will run from April 23-29, and for professional investors until April 30

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UAE rains: Which free repair services are Dubai developers offering?

This initiative, spearheaded by Sheikh Hamdan, aims to alleviate the effects of the storm and facilitate the restoration of normalcy in affected communities

Sheikh Hamdan orders early payment of Dubai govt employees’ salaries

UAE floods: Sheikh Hamdan orders early payment of Dubai govt employees’ salaries

The early disbursement is aimed at helping employees manage their family needs and ensuring their well-being during the current period

Dubai ratifies bad weather mitigation initiatives

Dubai greenlights initiatives to mitigate impact of severe weather

Sheikh Hamdan directed the Dubai Land Department to coordinate with property developers to expedite the restoration of normalcy

Dubai airport departure operations improving steadily, says CEO

Dubai Airports’ Paul Griffiths says departures improving steadily

To reduce congestion, the airports operator advised travellers against arriving too early at Dubai International Airport to avoid overcrowding

Emirates, flydubai restore regular flight schedules

Emirates, flydubai return to normal schedule from Dubai airport

Emirates has put together a task force to sort, reconcile and deliver some 30,000 pieces of left-behind baggage to their owners

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OPEN LETTER: Sir Tim Clark on UAE’s record-breaking storms

Emirates’ has had to revise schedules and curtail some services to accommodate the backlog that was caused by the disruption

RTA, Dubai Municipality intensify clean up operations after storm

RTA, Dubai Municipality intensify clean up operations after storm

The two entities have taken steps to minimise disruptions across the city, including clean up operations and rerouting traffic

Emaar to repair rain hit homes in its communities for free Image Emaar

Emaar to repair homes affected by severe weather for free

The developer said it will cover all costs for repairs of homes within its communities affected in Dubai, ensuring residents face no financial burden

Dubai Airports

Dubai Airports limits arrivals: Air India, Emirates and flydubai revise flight schedules

Over 1,632 flights have been cancelled since the torrential downpour, on April 16, that brought Dubai to a standstill

Sochi added to flydubvai summer network

Flydubai cancels flights to Tehran

International flights into Iran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport have been cancelled

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Emirates, flydubai and Air Arabia resume check-ins for flights

While check-in services have resumed, operational challenges persist at DXB due to heavy rains experienced earlier in the week

Binance secures full VASP crypto licence in Dubai

CEO Richard Teng says Binance has secured a full licence to serve both institutional and retail investors out of Dubai

DEWA to operate 1,000 EV charging points by 2025

Dubai utility DEWA to expand EV charging network to 1,000 by 2025

The utility firm currently operates around 390 charging stations and work is underway to expand the network

How Dubai Airports is building towards a super-hub

Dubai airports recovery: Here’s what you need to know

The airport authority emphasised the need for passengers to arrive at Terminal 1 only if they have a confirmed booking

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UAE: Unstable weather system ends but public sector workers to continue remote work

On Wednesday evening, the NCM announced the “end of weather fluctuations,” following the worst rainstorm in the country in over 75 years

Schools

UAE: Remote learning for schools extended for another two days

The extension of distance learning aims to ensure the safety and security of students and teaching staff

DEWA secure financing for Hassyan desalination plant

DEWA, ACWA Power secure financing for Hassyan desalination plant

The utility giant seeks to produce 100 per cent of desalinated water with clean energy and waste heat by 2030

Dubai-based Telegram to hit 1 billion users, says founder

The popular Telegram messaging app, which is headquartered in Dubai, currently has over 900 million users

Dubai SME incentives, services hit record Dhs233.4m in 2023

Dubai SME boosts growth with over Dhs233m worth of support in 2023

The organisation facilitated the establishment of 2,937 new businesses and provided support services to 1,186 Emirati entrepreneurs

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Dubai Airports disruptions: flyDubai, Air Arabia flights cancelled, Emirates suspends checkin

The airport faces operational challenges amidst unprecedented weather conditions, disrupting flights and transportation services

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UAE weather alert: Work from home extended for schools, public and private sector workers

The directive aims to prioritise the well-being of employees and residents in light of the prevailing weather conditions

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Dubai Airports diverts inbound flights, RTA suspends intercity bus service

The airport urged passengers to check directly with their airlines for the latest flight information and advised allowing extra travel time to the airport

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FIVE Hotel Group eyes 2025 IPO, keeps watch on Middle East tensions

FIVE Hotel Group could be valued at $2.5-$3bn as per internal estimates