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Zed ride-hailing platform: How is it redefining mobility in UAE

The heart of Zed’s differentiation lies in its belief that mobility should not be transactional—it should be personal

WhatsApp just made language barriers disappear: Here’s how

Starting July 1: WhatsApp Business rolls out major pricing changes

Businesses can still respond to customer inquiries for free within a designated 24-hour customer service window

Dubai firm offers 120 days of maternity leave with other employment benefits

This progressive policy far exceeds the UAE Labour Law requirement of 60 days and sets a new benchmark in the private real estate sector

Oman

Oman’s real estate: How many homes, hotel rooms are to come up by 2030?

Oman’s residential real estate inventory grew by 3.6 per cent in 2024, with 38,400 new homes delivered

Countdown begins: Dubai Summer Surprises reveals dates

DSS 2025 promises a memorable summer with more concerts, exclusive dining experiences, and new retail activations to be revealed soon

Eid Al Adha 2025: Emirates offers 46 additional flights for Hajj, festival travel

Over the next three weeks, Emirates will transport nearly 32,000 Hajj passengers from key cities across its network

Eid Al Adha 2025: Kuwait announces festival dates

The Kuwaiti government had also earlier announced the declaration of a public holiday in observance of the festival

Full details: Dubai unveils the world’s largest visa application centre

Spanning nearly 150,000 square feet, the centre is equipped to handle up to 10,000 visa applications daily

Flying cars in the UAE? Trial date for electric air taxi revealed

Designed for sustainable urban transport, Midnight can carry four passengers and a pilot, operates entirely on electric power

Dubai motorists alert: New flexible parking subscriptions launched

These packages aim to offer convenience and cost savings for daily commuters, residents, and frequent visitors.

Dubai driver’s license: What you really need to know

This move is part of ongoing efforts to deliver a seamless, secure, and integrated digital experience focused on customer satisfaction

MSCI adds Dubai's DEWA to emerging markets index effective May 30

MSCI adds Dubai’s DEWA to emerging markets index effective May 30

DEWA’s 2022 IPO was one of the region’s largest, and its MSCI inclusion adds momentum to its international investor profile

Heads up, shoppers: Dubai Mall announces major route changes

Authorities have advised visitors to follow signage and allow extra travel time when accessing the mall

How much is Dubai’s Salik making in 2025? Here’s the latest

In Salik’s core tolling business, total chargeable trips reached 158.0m following the introduction of variable pricing at the end of January 2025

From Dirhams to digital: Dubai lets you pay government fees in crypto

The Dubai Cashless Strategy is expected to contribute at least Dh8bn annually to the local economy

New golden visa alert: Sheikh Hamdan’s big move for Dubai Health staff

The directive coincides with International Nurses Day, observed annually on May 12

Legal gaming in UAE: All you need to know about it

The Wynn Al Marjan Island, expected to open in Ras Al Khaimah in early 2027, will be the UAE’s first legal casino, likely to be followed by others

Ceasefire agreement: UAE airlines resume flights to Pakistan

Passengers with connecting flights to Pakistan will be accepted for travel

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Curbing inflation: What Kuwait is doing to maintain price stability

The steps are part of a broader ministerial initiative to bring order to market dynamics and prevent price manipulation or supply disruptions

Sharjah approves new employee leave policy

In April, Sheikh Dr. Sultan also approved amendments to the job grade structure in the Sharjah government

Riders take note: Another Dubai Metro station gets its name changed

The new name will also be reflected across RTA’s smart digital systems, public transport applications

Road projects: How Dubai is readying to tackle traffic, reduce travel time

Collectively, these projects are designed to support a growing population projected to reach 8 million by 2040

Saudi Arabia scraps restrictions on Hajj pilgrim numbers, age limit

Hajj 2025: Saudi announces 10-day paid leave for employees

The Labour Law allows employees to take paid leave to perform Hajj once during their period of service

UAE fuel prices: Here’s what motorists will be paying in May

Oil prices extended declines on April 30 and were set for their largest monthly drop in more than three years

Saudi Arabia scraps restrictions on Hajj pilgrim numbers, age limit

Hajj 2025: Saudi announces SR100,000 fine, ban for violations

illegal infiltrators attempting to perform Hajj—whether residents or overstayers—will be deported to their home countries

ChatGPT

OpenAI rolls out new shopping features with ChatGPT search update

The generative AI pioneer’s search feature has gained popularity since its introduction last year, and has become one of its most sought-after tools

Skip the traffic: RTA to launch new Dhs12 Dubai-Sharjah bus route

RTA will implement enhancements to several bus routes, rerouting services to provide passengers with a smoother experience

Large parts of Spain, Portugal hit by power outage

E-Redes, a Spanish electricity grid monitoring company, said in a statement it was working on reestablishing connection in phases

India travel alert: What every flyer needs to know

Airlines proactively inform passengers about route changes, extended travel times, and any technical halts during their journey

Record gold prices shift Indian festive demand toward coins over jewellery

Gold prices fall: How China induced the decline?

The partial rollback of tariffs on some imports from China may be perceived as a positive step