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REVEALED: Dubai neighbourhoods with the highest rent increases

For residents of Dubai’s Damac Hills, Dubailand and Al Barsha the rental increases were particularly severe, according to the 2023 Annual Property Rental Market Report released by online marketplace dubizzle

PHOTOS: Flying with UAE cloud seeding pilots

The UAE has five specialised aircraft for cloud seeding operations and it also has a factory to produce high-quality flares in the region

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It’s official: Parkin will be UAE’s first IPO of 2024

Parkin — spun out of the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) late last year — is set to float 24.99 per cent of its shares

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Rizwan Sajan: From Dubai’s 1% Man to 101 levels

Rizwan Sajan, the founder and chairman of Danube Group, is famous for being the “1 per cent man in Dubai”, but he’s reaching fresh heights with his company’s latest tower project

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14-month Dubai Creek upgrade to fix 50-year-old damage

Over 13,000 ships traverse the Dubai Creek annually and the improvements are targeted at ensuring their safe docking in the area

Binghatti marks successful $300m sukuk issuance

Dubai’s Binghatti celebrates successful $300m sukuk issuance

The issuance marks the first real estate benchmark US dollar-denominated sukuk from the MENA region in 2024

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Dubai’s diamond hub status cemented with new GIA lab

The new lab will enhance Dubai’s role within the global diamond supply chain, offering faster turnaround times and streamlined processes

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Dubai: RTA announces Dhs700m upgrade to Al Khail Road

The project will expand the capacity of current intersections and bridges by approximately 19,600 vehicles per hour to streamline the traffic flow along Al Khail Road

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Dubai breaks ground on mega $150m Agri Terminals facility

Agri Terminals will be Dubai’s largest multi-tenant facility for integrated agricultural processing and silo storage

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Dubai traffic alert: Weekend road closures for Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge

The RTA has warned drivers to expect delays from 6 AM to 9:45 AM over the weekend on several key roads

flydubai grows global network to 122 routes in 2023

flydubai expands global network to 122 destinations in 2023

The carrier reported a 56 per cent year-on-year increase in passenger volumes on its GCC network and a 36 per cent increase in Europe

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Massive Dubai solar park to add another 1,800 MW

The sixth phase of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park will allow the facility to get one step closer to meeting its 5,000 megawatt target by 2030

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Dubai road closure: RTA warns of traffic diversion due to UAE Tour 2024

The RTA issued a statement via social media advising residents to set out early to ensure smooth travel

FedEx invests $350m in air, ground regional hub at DWC

Here’s why FedEx has invested $350m in Dubai logistics hub

The 57,000-square-metre facility incorporates advanced technologies that include automated sort systems to enhance the efficiency

Emirates bets on vertical farming with Bustanica deal

Emirates Flight Catering fully acquires indoor vertical farm Bustanica

The deal makes Bustanica a fully UAE-owned company as it looks to leverage its local expertise to meet the market’s growing demands

Dubai registers 1.92 million daily commuters in 2023

Dubai: 1.92 million people used public transport daily in 2023

The Dubai Metro was the most popular mode of transport, serving 260 million riders in 2023

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DXB sees passenger traffic soar in 2023, welcomes 86.9 million travellers

DXB is poised for continued growth in 2024, with initial forecasts anticipating 88.8 million guests

One of Dubai's most exclusive mansions is up for sale, it can be yours for... Image B1 Properties

One of Dubai’s most exclusive mansions is up for sale, it can be yours for…

The house is crafted with custom high-end materials, the interior showcases exclusive brands including Hermès, Baccarat THG Paris and Fantini Italy

DIFC company registrations surge by 34% in 2023

DIFC says company registrations rose by 34% in 2023

The financial hub said 1,451 new companies commenced operations in the centre last year, the highest number of new registrations in 20 years

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Real estate agents be warned: Deadline against ‘fake’ ads fast approaching

A ‘fake’ ad is described as one where the real estate listing shows a property available on a portal or website but in reality, is either sold or rented out

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Why you should invest in Dubai’s real estate: 11 advantages

As global markets navigate economic uncertainty, Dubai’s growing real estate market is proving to be a safe haven in times of turbulence

Dubai among top cities to see high growth in prime residential property in 2024

Here’s why Dubai prime properties will continue to see high returns in 2024: Savills

Dubai led prime residential capital value growth, increasing 17.4 per cent in 2023, versus the average 2.2 per cent across the 30 cities monitored by Savills

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World Governments Summit Day 3: Shah Rukh Khan, Sultan Al Neyadi, Hatem Dowidar on stage

Global leaders in sectors such as space, entertainment and tech will speak on Day 3 of the World Governments Summit

Dubai hosts world’s first rooftop proposal

Love took a flight: DXB hosts world’s first rooftop proposal

Anastasiia and Dmitry scaled the roof of Concourse B at DXB to profess their love against the unparalleled views of the Dubai skyline

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The most expensive Valentine’s Day packages on offer in Dubai

Romantics in the UAE choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day by embracing experiences over traditional gifts

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Hai Ramadan returns to Expo City in March; here’s what to expect

The Ramadan-themed event is expected to held from March 9 to April 8 this year

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lands in UAE for two-day visit

The Indian leader has a packed itinerary during his visit where he is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with the UAE leadership, attend the World Governments Summit, and inaugurate a temple

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WGS 2024: New Buna system to ease cross-border payments in Arab region

The platform currently links 108 out of 120 Arab banks signed up, with a target of 160 by the end of 2024

WGS 2024: Dubai inks MoU with global companies to produce SAF

Dubai Municipality, which leads the project, has partnered with ENOC, BESIX Middle East, and Marubeni Middle East and Africa Power

Masdar City - Alesca vertical smart farm

Masdar City launches first indoor vertical farm

The vertical farm uses 90-95 per cent less water than conventional farms