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UAE midday break ends on September 15, know revised work timings

The midday work break was implemented for the 19th year in a row

Rove Hotels announces branded residences project in Dubai (Image: Supplied by Rove Hotels)

Rove Hotels announces branded residences project in Dubai

Rove Home Downtown will offer fully-furnished studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments

Mubadala allots $1bn to Blue Owl Capital’s credit platform

Mubadala commits $1bn to Blue Owl Capital’s credit platform

The investment will initially focus on providing financing for technology and software companies

UAE’s AGDA launches Centre for Climate Diplomacy

UAE’s AGDA launches Centre for Climate Diplomacy

The centre aims to emphasise the importance of research in guiding the UAE’s policies on climate change

DAMAC introduces ‘VOLTA’, a new ‘fitness-inspired’ luxury residential development

DAMAC unveils ‘VOLTA’, a fitness-inspired luxury residential development

The property’s design and architecture incorporate elements that promote overall well-being, and health-focused amenities

Spartan endurance race returns to Abu Dhabi

Spartan World Championship returns to Abu Dhabi; here are more details

Set in Abu Dhabi’s Al Wathba area for the second year, the race will be held from December 8-10

Armenia-UAE visa free travel

UAE-Armenia visa-free travel for multiple nationalities: Check full list

Armenia’s close proximity and lack of extensive visa requirements make it a popular holiday destination for those residing in the UAE

The First Collection Waterfront will open in Dubai this year (Image: Supplied by The First Group)

The First Collection Waterfront will open in Dubai this year

The 327-key property will welcome its first guests in Q4 2023

Aldar Estates acquires FAB Properties Image Aldar

Abu Dhabi: Aldar Estates expands portfolio, acquires FAB Properties

The move will see Aldar Estates integrate a property management portfolio of 22,000 residential units across 600 properties within its platform

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030 Image Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Marine Transport Master Plan 2030

The marine transport plan is targeting a 51 per cent increase in the number of marine transport users, from 14.7 million to 22.2 million annually by 2030

Dubai Metro achieves new operational milestone Image courtesy RTA

Dubai Metro achieves new milestone; here’s how its fleet is maintained

Among other highlights, Dubai Metro has achieved a punctuality rate of 99.7 per cent

IIT-Delhi to open campus in UAE IIT Director Image courtesy WAM

Indian Institute Of Technology Delhi to open campus in UAE

IIT Delhi’s Abu Dhabi campus will offer computer science, artificial intelligence, energy and sustainability, healthcare and research programmes

Abu Dhabi’s ICON unveils new brand identity

ICON set to launch new brand identity, opens office in Saudi Arabia

The new brand identity is designed to reflect the innovative company’s global vision

G20

G20 summit: UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, US announce historic trade corridor deal

The UAE, Saudi Arabia, India, EU, US and other G20 partners agreed to explore a shipping corridor project to augment trade between Europe and Indian subcontinent

Morocco earthquake

Morocco earthquake death toll surges past 1000; UAE issues warning

The death toll has risen to over a 1000 people almost 24 hours since a deadly earthquake struck Morocco

Road closure-Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan road to be partially closed on these dates

The centre called on motorists to drive cautiously and adhere to traffic rules during the road closure

Flydubai-Cairo

Flydubai launches daily service to Cairo

The carrier will serve the Egyptian market with a total of 17 weekly flights

Health survey

Dubai household health survey to start from September 10

The survey, first conducted in 2009, and subsequently every five years, is the most comprehensive household health study in Dubai

Emirates NBD launches-sustainTech program Dubai Media Office

Emirates NBD launches SustainTech Accelerator Program ahead of COP28

The accelerator programme is accepting applications from September 6 to October 10 this year

Etihad significantly expands codeshare with Air France-KLM (Image: Supplied by Etihad)

Etihad significantly expands codeshare with Air France-KLM

More than 40 new routes were made available for booking immediately

Omar Al Olama-TIME-AI

UAE minister Omar Al Olama in Time’s list of 100 most influential people in AI

Omar Al Olama joins the likes of X-owner Elon Musk and Chat GPT creator Sam Altman

Helicopter crashes off UAE coasts

Helicopter crashes off UAE coast, search for crew underway

The UAE aviation regulator said the helicopter had taken off from Al Maktoum International Airport

TAQA lists dual-tranche bonds worth $1.5bn on ADX

Abu Dhabi’s TAQA lists $1.5bn dual-tranche bonds on ADX

The order book was nearly 10 times oversubscribed at the time of issuance in April, with investors placing total orders of more than $15bn

ADNOC Gas signs multimillion LNG supply deal with PetroChina

ADNOC Gas signs multimillion LNG supply deal with PetroChina

The deal follows several significant international LNG sales agreements, including India Oil Corporation

EDB launches solar energy financing programme for SMEs

EDB launches solar energy financing programme for SMEs

The initiative will allocate Dhs100m to bolster the adoption of green energy solutions with a focus on solar energy initiatives

UAE-EU MEET

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen meets President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed

The meeting looked at various aspects of UAE-EU relationship as well as future opportunities for collaboration

MAF fosters entrepreneurship with Launchpad X

Here’s how MAF is connecting MENA startups with global markets

The Launchpad X concept store is home to a diverse range of local brands that have displayed outstanding innovation and growth potential

UAE holiday list 2025

UAE unemployment insurance scheme: How to apply before deadline

MoHRE’s deadline for eligible employees to subscribe to the unemployment insurance scheme is fast approaching

Emirates adds third daily service to Hong Kong (Image: Supplied by Emirates)

Emirates adds third daily service to Hong Kong

The nonstop flight will commence from November 1

SO/ opens first Middle East property in Dubai (Image: Supplied by SO/ Uptown Dubai)

SO/ opens first Middle East property in Dubai

It features 188 rooms and suites as well as 227 branded residences