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Dubai ban on single-use plastic bags begins; more products to be added in 2025-26

From January 1, 2025, single-use plastic products, including items such as plastic stirrers, table covers, cups, styrofoam food containers, plastic straws, and plastic cotton swabs, will also be prohibited

Sheikh Mohammed issues law establishing Parkin PJSC to manage parking operations in Dubai

Sheikh Mohammed unveils ‘Parkin’ to manage Dubai’s parking operations

The newly established company will have financial, administrative and legal autonomy to fulfill its responsibilities

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Dubai’s number plate craze rakes in Dhs51m: Here are the top-selling ones

The top premium number plate was AA30 that sold for Dhs4,540,000

RTA awards Dhs278m contract for streetlight project

Dubai’s RTA awards Dhs278m contract for streetlighting project

The project is aimed at enhancing the road network infrastructure to keep up with Dubai’s ongoing development and meet the demands of urban expansion

Dubai: Here's how many commuters used public transport on NYE 2024

Dubai: Here’s how many commuters used public transport on NYE 2024

Dubai Metro’s Red and Green lines transported 974,416 riders while the tram served 56,208 commuters

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Dubai financial frenzy: Surge as investor accounts hit new record

A major uptick in investor accounts have been recorded on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM), helped by interest in the Dubai Taxi IPO

WATCH: Dubai’s Burj Khalifa illuminates sky with dazzling NYE fireworks

Dubai, once again, didn’t disappoint as it put on yet another fantastic show to ring in the New Year

Dubai, Abu Dhabi stocks gain on last trading day of 2023

Stocks on both the Dubai and Abu Dhabi bourses edged up on the last trading day of the year

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Dubai NYE bashes: From Dhs5,000 Nando’s to Dhs10k at Trove

If you’re looking for pricey places to ring in 2024, then Dubai is the place to be

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Dubai, Abu Dhabi real estate deals surged over 56% in 2023

Deal flow in the emirates of Dubai and Abu Dhabi have surged in 2023 on the back of extremely strong demand for the year

Dubai unveils comprehensive New Year’s Eve safety plan

Dubai announces New Year’s Eve road closures, metro timings

The events committee said a total of 11,972 personnel and 1,525 patrols and civil defence and ambulance vehicles will be deployed around the city

RTA to build 762 bus shelters in Dubai by 2025

RTA to construct 762 bus shelters in key Dubai areas by 2025

The transport authority is exploring the use of 3D printing technology in the construction of some shelters on a trial base

Dubai approves Dh152m bonus for govt workers

Dubai approves Dhs152m bonus for government employees

Sheikh Hamdan said the bonus underscored the government’s commitment to fostering an environment that nurtures creativity and commitment among employees

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Strong cash flows for UAE stocks in Christmas Day trade

UAE stocks in Dubai and Abu Dhabi recorded strong cash flows on Monday, surpassing Dhs1bn in market liquidity

Institutional investors were hungry for Dubai, Abu Dhabi Stocks in 2023

Institutional investors dominated the UAE equity market in 2023, capturing nearly 78 per cent of total trading activity on the Dubai and Abu Dhabi bourses

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Dubai Mall revamps parking with Salik’s platform: Here’s how it affects you

The system is expected to be operational in Dubai Mall by the third quarter of the new year

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Where and how to watch Dubai’s New Year’s eve fireworks? Here are 8 iconic spots

From the world-famous Burj Khalifa to the secluded hill ranges in Hatta, here are 8 places to watch some stunning fireworks as the Dubai sky lights up on New Year’s eve.

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: RTA announces marine transit offers

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: Watch fireworks from the sea aboard RTA ferry, abra

The Dubai Ferry, Water Bus, Water Taxi and abras have special appeal to Dubai residents, visitors, and tourists, thanks to the picturesque coastal line of the city

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Arista Properties makes an inaugural entry into the UAE

With its first project strategically located at MBR City, Arista has brough on board architect firm Hirsch Bedner Associates and One Broker Group as agency partner

DP World to move headquarters to Expo City Dubai

DP World to relocate global head office to Expo City Dubai

The new head office provides a platform for clients and partners to engage with the port operator’s entire portfolio

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Dubai real estate gig: Sparks fly as job ad demands dating prowess

A real estate job advertisement in Dubai has gained attention, all for the wrong reasons.

RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

Dubai’s RTA unveils Dhs1.6bn digital strategy

The digital strategy implementation will be carried out over four phases spanning seven years

WATCH: Sheikh Hamdan takes the wheel — or not? — in self-driving taxi

The test follows RTA’s announcement in 2022 to set up Dubai as the first international market for Cruise

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UAE: Winter weather brings rain, mist with minimum temperatures dropping below 10 degrees C

Winter weather has set in with slight rain and mist along with windy conditions forecast for the weekend

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Dubai Duty Free offers up exciting promotions to mark 40 years of operations

In line with its anniversary celebrations, the retailer has announced a slew of promotional offers for travellers until December 20

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Dubai airport to serve 4.4 million passengers this festive season

Dubai International is preparing for an exceptional spike in guest numbers, with an estimated 279,000 passengers on December 22

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Dubai launches initiative to boost ease of doing business

The streamlined process contributes to bolstering Dubai’s competitiveness as a business-friendly destination

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Paul Griffiths on Dubai Airports’ bold journey to super-hub status

The head of the airport operator tells Gulf Business how the company is re-engineering every single element of capacity pinch point as Dubai eyes super-hub status

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

Dubai sets up fund to oversee government investments

The newly established fund will hold stakes in entities including utility giant Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, toll operator Salik and Dubai Taxi Company

UAE cabinet approves green fuel guideline for aviation

In 2023, the UAE cabinet issued more than 60 policies, initiatives, and decisions to promote the nation’s efforts to combat climate change and its impact