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Dubai’s ruler approves Dhs 335m RTA Expo 2020 control centre

The new five-storey building will help manage public transport systems required for Expo 2020

Dubai briefly shuts airspace after unauthorised drone activity

The shutting of the airspace around noon on Saturday caused several flight disruptions

Sandstorm warning issued for the UAE

Motorists cautioned as northwesterly winds are expected to stir up dust clouds across the country

Manchester City group ready to add more clubs to roster

City Football Group chairman Khaldoon Al Mubarak has discussed the company’s future aspirations

Emaar requests Dhs 1m for apartment booking in Dubai’s Opera District

Prices at the 77-storey tower range from Dhs 2,800 to Dhs per square foot

IMF warns GCC governments to up deficit reduction measures

The fund said an additional substantial deficit reduction effort is required in the region

UAE approves National Tolerance Programme

Programme will be based on seven pillars and is aimed at promoting values of peaceful coexistence

UAE and Saudi Arabia among world’s most attractive retail markets

The two countries are among the top markets for new retail development, according to the consultancy A.T. Kearney

Abu Dhabi Financial Group to acquire Shuaa Capital stake

The firm was one of three linked to the acquisition in recent weeks

Qatar and UAE ranked as regional job hubs

The two countries were the highest ranked in the MENA region in a quality of nationality index

Dubai property plateau suggests end to down cycle

The monthly ValuStrat Price Index indicates the ‘bottoming-out’ of Dubai residential prices

Alabbar says Trump’s proposed Muslim ban “ridiculous”

The Republican candidate was brought up during a recent CNN interview with Mohamed Alabbar

Dubai Creek tower to be 100m taller than Burj Khalifa

Project developer Emaar previously said the tower would be a ‘notch taller’ than the Burj

Top 10 holiday destinations for UAE residents

A look at the most preferred holiday destinations for UAE residents in 2016

Guardiola to take Manchester City to ‘whole new level’ – chairman

In a rare interview, Khaldoon Al Mubarak reflected on the past performances of the Abu Dhabi-owned club and discussed what the future holds

Worst behind Abu Dhabi as it looks to revive Guggenheim plans

The chairman of the emirate’s Department of Economic Development said he expected the plans to be revived amid positive economic growth predictions

Al Habtoor Group plays down IPO reports

Yesterday Bloomberg cited the company’s chief executive as saying it had all the necessary documents to go public

UAE’s IT security spending is not enough – expert

IDC says 80 per cent of UAE firms lack IT security infrastructure

Ramadan: UAE fasting begins today

The country’s moon sighting committee confirmed fasting for the holy month will begin on Monday

Dubai Properties says first phase launch of Bellevue Towers sold out

The developer released 100 out of the total 300 units for sale

Debt warning after 20 Filipinos arrested in transit through GCC

Expats warned that a new passport would not protect debtors from detection

UAE non-oil sector up but job market still a concern

Emirates NBD’s PMI index increased but hiring was described as only “marginal”

Ramadan Q&As: Everything you need to know

Ramadan is expected to begin on Monday, June 6

Dubai mandatory health insurance deadline extended

Penalties will not be imposed on those who are not insured by June 30

UAE’s ENEC confirms unit one of nuclear plant over 84% complete

UAE nuclear energy body ENEC launches operating subsidiary

The new entity, Nawah, will operate and maintain Units 1 to 4 in Barakah

Saudi calls on Muslims to sight Ramadan crescent moon on Sunday

The first day of the holy month is expected to begin on Monday

Sheikh Khalifa leaves UAE on private visit

No details were disclosed about where Sheikh Khalifa was headed

Exclusive: HH Sheikh Ahmed on Dubai and Emirates

The airline’s chairman and chief executive explains how it has ‘challenged the historical norms’ of the aviation industry

Bankruptcy law under scrutiny as UAE woos start-ups

Existing legislation in the country means a bounced cheque risks landing the issuer in jail

UAE firms look to part time workers during economic uncertainty

Mums@Work is aiming to fill a perceived gap for part time staff in the emirate