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

UAE

Iraq, Turkey, Qatar, UAE sign preliminary deal for $17bn Development Road project

The project will establish a vital connection between Iraq’s Grand Faw Port in the south, renowned for its oil resources, and Turkey in the north

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UAE’s G42 announces collaboration with global tech giant Qualcomm

G42 said it would be collaborating with Qualcomm Technologies to bring the high performance, low power Qualcomm Cloud AI 100 solutions to market

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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

Aramco in talks to acquire 10% stake in China’s Hengli Petchem

Aramco plans to bolster China investments with 10% stake in Hengli Petchem

The potential deal aligns with the energy firm’s strategy to expand its downstream presence in key high-value markets

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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

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Sharjah drops traffic fines for rain violations, issues free damage certificates

Submerged roads and rising floodwaters forced hundreds of residents to abandon their vehicles, navigating through murky waters to seek safety

PIF agrees to acquire 51% stake in stc Group’s tower company

Saudi Arabia’s PIF, stc Group to create region’s largest tower company

The deal is subject to regulatory approvals and it is expected to be closed in the second half of 2024

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Global plastic treaty talks: What do countries and companies want?

The treaty is meant to address plastics through their entire lifecycle – from when they are produced, to how they are used and then disposed of

ADCB’s brand value soars to Dhs10.5bn in 2023

UAE bank ADCB’s brand value soars to Dhs10.5bn in 2023

The bank moved up four places to rank 109th in Brand Finance’s top 500 banking brands globally

Oil

Ample oil supplies limit impact of Middle East tensions on prices

The weakening signs in physical markets have been driven by peak refinery maintenance, extra supply from the US, and a recovery from outages at some producers

British airways resumes service to Abu Dhabi after four years Image Supplied

British Airways resumes service to Abu Dhabi after four years

The new daily service caters to the growing demand for further flights connecting the global tourism and business hubs of London and Abu Dhabi

Egypt’s central bank committed to a flexible exchange rate

Egypt committed to flexible exchange rate, central bank deputy says

Egypt allowed its currency to weaken sharply on March 6 after keeping it fixed to the dollar for nearly a year

Bitcoin ‘halving’ has taken place, CoinGecko says

Bitcoin ‘halving’ has taken place, CoinGecko says

Cryptocurrencies have been supported by excitement around the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s move to approve bitcoin exchange-traded funds

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

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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

Airlines suspend flights due to Middle East tensions

Global airlines suspend flights on Middle East tensions

The ongoing geopolitical tensions have narrowed options for planes navigating between Europe and Asia

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Check out these ChatGPT earbuds from ‘Nothing’

The London-headquartered device maker has unveiled two new AI-enabled wireless earbuds, Nothing Ear and Nothing Ear (a)

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

WhatsApp

Apple pulls plug on WhatsApp, Threads in China

Telegram and Signal — two other foreign messaging apps — were also removed from the store on Friday

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

oil

Oil prices near $90 as Middle East tensions rise

The geopolitical risk premium in oil prices had been unwinding this week on the perception that the US could ensure tensions were managed

This Abu Dhabi based airline is offering a 15% sale on tickets

This UAE airline is offering 15% off on tickets

Bookings made on April 19 unlock access to discounted fares on select routes until July 31

Oman

Oman trade deal a priority for India: Reports

The trade ministers of India and Oman met in December 2023 and had asked their negotiators to wrap up talks on a comprehensive pact

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

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UAE weather: National Ambulance to the rescue; Dubai to enhance emergency response

National Ambulance provided critical emergency medical care and transportation to hospitals amidst a 91 per cent surge in call volume compared to regular days

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What is Bitcoin halving and when will it take place?

Bitcoin halving is a technical event that occurs approximately every four years, reducing the reward for mining new Bitcoin by half