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UAE can set ‘example’ for global free zones

World FZO International Conference focused on opportunities for free zones to lead global innovation

Abu Dhabi to charge hotel guests new fees from June 1

Guests will have to pay a municipal fee of 4 per cent of their bill and a Dhs 15 charge per night

Emirates flight from Sao Paulo diverted after medical emergency

The flight was forced to land in Lagos after a man needed medical help because of allegedly ingesting cocaine

Former CEO of Dubai’s Deyaar sentenced for theft and fraud

The American businessman was arrested in 2008 during an investigation into financial irregularities

Top 10 YouTube channels in the UAE

Music and beauty videos top the list of the top 10 channels with the most number of subscribers

UAE hikes June fuel prices

Petrol prices have been raised by over 4 per cent while diesel rates are up 10.6 per cent

Dubai’s RTA reveals new parking fares and zones

The free parking period between 1pm to 4pm has been abolished across the emirate

Construction progressing on Abu Dhabi’s new Midfield Terminal

The steel structure of the Midfield Terminal Building roof is now complete

RTA awards Dhs 703m contract for Dubai Water Canal project

The contract covers phases four and five of the project, set for completion by end-September

British national to serve three-year jail term for assaulting Emirati

The Briton allegedly hit the UAE national on the head with a fire extinguisher last year

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab opens new luxury Terrace

The beach leisure facility was built and shipped from Finland

Dubai developer Myra launches Dhs 150m project in JVC

Crystal Residence will feature 225 luxury apartments

Shuaa Capital plays down reports of job cuts

Reports earlier this week indicated the bank had laid off 15 per cent of its workforce

Abu Dhabi airport sees 4.8% rise in April passenger numbers

The UAE capital welcomed 1.96m passengers last month

Top 10 iftars and suhours in Dubai

Some of the best iftars and suhours to sample in the city this Ramadan

Dubai’s Mall of the World project progressing on schedule – official

The mega development is currently in the detailed design stage

Dubai among world’s top 10 most important shopping hubs

The emirate welcomed 38 new brands in 2015, a new report by CBRE found

Video: Dramatic footage of a boat on fire in Dubai’s Deira port

Police said they managed to extinguish the fire on board the wooden dhow

Water homes part of Dhs 1bn mega project launched in Dubai

The project, called Marasi Business Bay, will be developed by Dubai Properties

In pictures: Dubai opens world’s first 3D printed office

Called the ‘Office of the Future’, the building is located in the Emirates Towers premises

Why you should set up your business in Dubai Design District

With world class facilities and smart initiatives, d3 promises to be a hub for creatives

Bollywood Parks Dubai reveals attractions, annual ticket price

The world’s first Bollywood-themed park will open in October 2016

UAE reveals private sector working hours for Ramadan

Working hours for private sector workers will be reduced by two hours

Deira Islands Mall to offer most retail space in Dubai – chairman

The upcoming shopping destination will offer over 4 million square feet of gross leasable area

In pictures: World’s largest plane lands in Abu Dhabi

The Antonov AN225 transported 160 tonnes of cargo from Kiev

Dubai’s Shuaa Capital cuts 15% of staff

Before the lay-offs, the bank had about 70 employees

Dubai Municipality awards Dhs 1.8bn contract for Arena project

The project features a massive conference hall that can seat up to 10,000 people

Abu Dhabi state companies lay off thousands as low oil prices bite

The emirate is preparing for a long period of austerity as low crude prices put pressure on its economy

UAE announces public sector working hours during Ramadan

Employees at various ministries and other federal authorities will work from 9am to 2pm

UAE Twenty20 league vows to pay overdue wages

The Masters Champions League staged its maiden season in Dubai and Sharjah this year