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16th edition of EMIRATES AIRLINE FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE to start on January 2024 Image Supplied

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature returns in Jan 2024

Tickets for the festival, along with the full speaker lineup and programme details, will be available for purchase starting December 14

DFM to launch carbon credits pilot programme at COP28 Image Dubai Media Office X

Dubai Financial Market to launch pilot carbon credits programme at COP28

DFM will commence the pilot programme for institutional investors starting from December 4-8, with the offsetting period ending on January 10, 2024

Les Roches-managed Hospitality Academy to open in Abu Dhabi Image supplied

Abu Dhabi: Les Roches managed hospitality academy to open in 2024

Les Roches ranks fourth in the world’s higher education institutions for hospitality and leisure management

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Global markets: Five countries to watch this week

From the upcoming climate conference in UAE, to inflation numbers in the US, and China’s GDP targets, a look at what the markets are tracking

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Why OPEC+ members find it hard to agree on oil production quotas

Oil production tends to vary month by month, making it difficult to fix on a permanent production target

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UN aviation meeting agrees to goal of 5% lower carbon emissions by 2030

The air transport sector has previously pledged to align itself with global goals to cut emissions

Sheikh Mohammed endorses 30km Dubai Metro Blue Line project

Dubai Metro expansion: Sheikh Mohammed approves Blue Line project

The new metro line is Dubai’s newest and most significant public transport project and is set to be operational in 2029

Faraday Future targets Middle East drive with aiFalcon model

EV maker Faraday Future forays into Middle East, unveils new model

The automaker plans to launch a limited-edition model, the FF 91 2.0 Futurist aiFalcon, tailored to the local market

UAE dominates corporate aviation in MENA, says aviation body

Business or corporate aviation in the Middle East and North Africa is still predominantly taking place within the UAE, says the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association

Dubai wealth fund ICD posts Dhs28.3bn in half-year profit

Dubai wealth fund ICD posts Dhs28.3bn in half-year profit

The banking and transportation divisions’ respective contributions to the wealth fund’s profit soared by Dhs8.2bn and Dhs7.7bn

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Blacklane Middle East expands all-electric fleet tenfold

The luxury chauffeur hailing service launched services in the UAE in March 2023

NZ1 Masdar city's first net zero commercial building completed Image Masdar City

Introducing NZ1, the region’s first net zero commercial building

The building is designed to use 53 per cent less energy than conventional buildings and produce all of its annual energy requirements on-site

Etisalat by e&, DCT Abu Dhabi partner to redefine esports sector

Boost for MENA esports with new Abu Dhabi-backed tie-up

The partnership seeks to nurture emerging gaming talent and elevate local esports events to international gaming benchmarks

UPDATE: UAE announces 3-day weekend for public, private sectors

The UAE Cabinet approved the National Day holiday for the federal government as well as the private sector from December 2 to 4

UAE President receives Bahraini Foreign Minister

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed receives Bahraini Foreign Minister

Sheikh Mohamed expressed his best wishes to King Hamad and Bahrain and its people for continued development and growth

Air Arabia starts direct flights to Kozhikode from RAK

Air Arabia operates first direct flight from RAK to Kozhikode, Kerala

The airline operated its first non-stop flight from Ras Al Khaimah to Kozhikode in the state of Kerala, India, on November 22

Emirates becomes first airline to test SAF on an A380 flight (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates makes history with 100% green jet fuel for A380 flight

The carrier operated the demonstration flight from DXB with the fuel powering one of its four engines

Drones in Dubai _ Dubai Horizons first phase completed 2 Image Dubai Media office

Drones in Dubai: Phase 1 of ‘Horizons’ project complete

The project is planning standards for drone routes and dedicated landing zones in low-altitude airspace and selected airport locations

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

Etihad Airways plans to double passengers, fleet size by 2030

The carrier’s growth strategy signifies a pivotal turning point in the airline’s journey with a significant economic contribution to Abu Dhabi

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EVTOLs most disruptive aviation tech in over 50 years: Crisalion

Spanish firm, Crysalion Mobility, unveils its eVTOL at the Dubai Airshow

Dubai’s RTA has started installing solar energy panels

RTA powers up Dubai metro, tram depots with solar

The authority expects to achieve a total saving of carbon dioxide emissions amounting to 3.962 tonnes annually because of the project

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COP28: Where to find 1.5°C-aligned business lunches

The climate gathering will offer the carbon neutral menu as part of efforts to drive sustainability through all aspects of the event.

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UAE National Day 2023: ‘Updated’ holiday dates announced for private sector

MoHRE said that private sector employees in the UAE will get three official holidays to mark the country’s National Day

ADNOC, Australia’s Santos to collaborate on carbon capture

Carbon capture: ADNOC, Australia’s Santos team up

The technology that could emerge from the cooperation would help support the companies’ customers in the Asia-Pacific region

Aldar unveils Nikki Beach Residences in Al Marjan _ Image Aldar

Aldar launches Nikki Beach Residences in Al Marjan, sales to open on Dec 5

Three hundred and fifty-seven units will be up for sale in the first phase on December 5

UAE holiday list 2025

UAE public holidays for 2024: Full list revealed

The list of holidays is applicable for both government and private sectors

JUMEIRAH GOLF ESTATE

Dubai real estate: Massive Dhs300m land deal finalised for Jumeirah Golf Estate

The transacted land in Jumeirah Golf Estates overlooks an expansive view of the Fairways and houses over 1,500 villas, townhouses, and apartments

GymNation buyout: original founders take back control

The ownership of UAE fitness brand, GymNation, has changed hands back to its founders following the conclusion of a buyout deal.

Sheikh Zayed Road

Sheikh Zayed Road to close for Dubai Run this weekend

The busy road will be closed to motorists as the run has a start time of 06:30 am on Sunday, November 26

Dubai Taxi

Here’s how much Dubai Taxi aims to raise in IPO

The taxi fleet and operating company has revealed the initial target pricing for its share offers, in what is one of the most anticipated IPOs of the year