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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

Abu Dhabi sees non-oil foreign trade growth of 8% in 2023

Abu Dhabi sees strong non-oil trade growth amid diversification push

The latest data from the statistics authority shows that non-oil foreign trade grew by more than Dhs281.9bn in 2023

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

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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

Emirates, Boeing partner to advance aircraft maintenance

Dubai’s Emirates halts check-in for connections after bad weather

The suspension is aimed at supporting operations recovery at Dubai International Airport as the travel hub continues to struggle to clear a backlog of flights

UAE signs bilateral trade deal with Colombia

UAE, Colombia sign a bilateral trade agreement

The trade pact follows a significant increase in bilateral non-oil trade between the two countries, which reached a record $53.1m in 2023

NCM forecasts more rain across the UAE next week

UAE weather: More rain expected across Emirates next week

The country is expected to experience light to moderate rainfall, which could be heavy in some areas

UAE’s IRH eyes majority stake in Vedanta’s Zambian mines

UAE mining giant eyes majority stake in Vedanta’s Zambian mines

The mining firm’s offer for a controlling stake in Vedanta Resources is non-binding and talks are ongoing

Sochi added to flydubvai summer network

Flydubai cancels flights to Tehran

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

Emirates REIT reports highest even property income in 2023 Image courtesy- Deejpilot Getty Images

Real estate: Emirates REIT property income hits a record $74m in FY2023

Emirates REIT’s net property income surged by 12 per cent to $62m, driven by strategic asset performance optimisation

UAE signs bilateral trade deal with Costa Rica

UAE signs bilateral trade deal with Costa Rica

The trade pact between the two countries is expected to enhance trade flows, increase private-sector collaboration, and provide new investment opportunities

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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

ADIB, Mubadala deal

Shares in Bank Syariah Indonesia jump as ADIB denies buy-in talks

The Indonesian bank’s share price rose on Thursday in trade despite denials from ADIB that it is in talks to acquire a 15 per cent stake

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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

TAQA confirms talks with Naturgy shareholders on takeover

UAE’s TAQA confirms talks with Naturgy shareholders on takeover

The Abu Dhabi-listed firm said there was no guarantee a deal would happen and, if it were to, under what terms

Alpha Dhabi to divest 49 per cent stake in construction subsidiary to ADQ Image-courtesy-WAM

Alpha Dhabi to divest 49% stake in construction firm to ADQ

The collaboration will enable the entities to tackle complex, large-scale projects with a keen focus on safety, quality, and timely delivery

No cloud seeding conducted during latest UAE storm: NCM

Large storms are not prime targets for cloud seeding, the NCM has reiterated

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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

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How to claim insurance due to rain damage: Understanding ‘force majeure’ clause

In light of weather-related damage caused to property and vehicles, it is important to understand the tools available to claim insurance

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ADIB denies it’s in talks to buy $1.1bn stake in Indonesian bank

ADIB has denied that it’s in talks to buy a minority stake in Indonesia’s top Islamic lender

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

Arada awards Dhs615m contracts for 565 housing units

Sharjah’s Arada awards Dhs615m contracts for 565 housing units

Construction on the project will begin immediately and all homes will be completed and handed over by the end of 2025

UAE-WEATHER

NCM weather advisory for UAE: Cloud cover with rain to continue in some parts

The NCM forecast the likelihood of low clouds forming over the East coast, with possible rain clouds developing by afternoon

Masdar and EGA form alliance to work together on aluminium decarbonisation

Masdar, EGA join forces to drive aluminium decarbonisation

As part of the agreement, Masdar and EGA will collaborate on several fronts, including exploring joint development of renewable energy projects

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