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Make the most of summer with these wallet-friendly tips

Summer fun: 5 wallet-friendly tips to enjoy the season

Spending increases significantly during the summer season as people want to be out and about

RTA transports over 6 million riders across Dubai during Eid Al Adha Image courtesy RTA twitter

RTA transports over 6 million commuters across Dubai during Eid Al Adha

The number of metro riders on both the Red and Green Lines during the holiday reached 2.388 million riders

Dubai RTA awarded contract for Garn Al Sabkha Street Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road Intersection Improvement Project Image RTA

Dubai: Dhs374m road project to enable smooth traffic flow, support population growth

The scope of the project covers the construction of four bridges, spanning 3,000 metres capable of carrying 17,600 vehicles per hour

FOO

SME story: Interview with Ghady Rayess, managing director of FOO

Financial services embedded into existing business models are no longer optional, but necessary

Dubai’s luxury real estate market is booming. Here’s why

With growing demand and upcoming supply, the year looks promising for Dubai’s luxury property market

UAE national banks provide $201bn in financing by April

UAE national banks provide $201bn in financing by April

The banks increased their credit balance by Dhs2.1bn or 0.3 per cent in April 2023, up from Dhs735.2bn a month earlier

Abu Dhabi, Dubai property market upbeat on both demand and supply side

Real estate Services Company Asteco’s CEO, HP Aengaar shares the highlights of Abu Dhabi and Dubai’s property market in the first quarter of the year and the outlook for demand and supply in the upcoming months

Guests Enjoying Eid Al Adha Fireworks Image DCT Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Adha 2023: Watch fireworks for free in Dubai, Abu Dhabi at these places

Eid Al Adha fireworks are being staged across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with some locations featuring firework displays for up to five nights

RTA announces free parking metro timings during Eid al adha Dubai Image Twitter RTA

Eid Al Adha 2023: Dubai announces free parking; changes to metro, bus timings for holidays

All public parking – except at multi-level parking terminals – will be free from Tuesday, June 27 to Friday, June 30

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Dubai puts comprehensive security plan in place for holidays

The plan involves government departments and police centres across the city

Proptech

Investing in proptech: How market players are embracing tech-driven solutions

Here are the key developments that have shaped the proptech industry in the Middle East

Dubai government employees

Dubai upskills over 170 government employees in generative AI

The course introduced participants to some of the generative AI tools, as well as the areas in which advanced technology applications can enhance the performance of government agencies

Eid Al Adha 2023 Dubai KHDA school holidays

Eid Al Adha 2023: KHDA announces holidays for Dubai schools

The regulator issued an advisory, stating that schools will be closed for Eid starting from Tuesday, June 27

Arab Yout survey 2023

Sheikh Mohammed hails UAE ranking as most desirable country to live in for 12th consecutive year

The results of the survey comprise responses from 3,600 young Arabs living in 53 cities across 18 different countries

Sheikh Hamdan approves Dhs80bn sewerage system and new Dubai SME strategyImage Twitter Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan approves new Dhs80bn advanced sewerage system for Dubai

Dubai Municipality will partner with private sector companies to implement the sewerage system

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Summer travel 2023: flydubai expects over 4.5 million passengers during season

The carrier will start operating to nine seasonal summer destinations from June 21 onwards

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Dubai esports and games festival 2023 to start on June 21

The second edition of the festival will feature five days of action-packed events and activities

Dubai Chamber forays into the EU

Dubai Chamber inaugurates first European office in London

The chamber said the new office is aimed at strengthening relationships with key public and private sector stakeholders

Dubai's DET hosts city briefing on tourism milestones Image Dubai Media Office_DET

Dubai’s DET hosts year’s first ‘City Briefing’, key tourism milestones highlighted

The event, held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, highlighted the crucial role assigned to the city’s tourism sector in driving the success of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33

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Dubai Airshow 2023 to focus on $110bn flying taxi market

Dubai Airshow said advanced aerial mobility will be an integral part of the upcoming edition international aerospace event

TECOM Group's Dubai Internet City

TECOM Group secures $2.1bn refinancing deal for existing facility

The unsecured loan facility is expected to have a positive impact on the company’s cash flow profile while providing funds to execute growth strategy

Emaar Unveils The Oasis by Emaar image Emaar

Dubai’s Emaar unveils stunning new $20bn luxe lifestyle destination

A waterfront luxury development, The Oasis by Emaar offers large mansions and villas with stunning views of lakes and canals

Walking trail Mushrif Park Image Twitter Dubai Municipality

New 10km walking trail set to open at this Dubai national park

Opening to the public on June 20, access to the trail will be free throughout the year

Dubai tops-global-ranking-or-FDI-into-CCI-in-2022-photo-courtesy Dubai Media Office

Culture and creative industries: Dubai tops global list in FDI projects in 2022

The US, India, the UK, France and Switzerland emerged as the leading foreign direct investors in Dubai’s cultural and creative industries in FDI projects

real estate

Alvarez & Marsal says dealmaking wave robust in MENA despite global dip

The increased interest rates have not had a material impact on dealmaking activity in the region

The suites are located on the upper floors of the hotel (Image: Supplied by Conrad Dubai)

Conrad Dubai introduces residential suites

Each of its 22 one-bedroom units is spread across 100 sqm, and its residents can access the hotel’s leisure and business amenities

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Bateel International expands culinary portfolio with launch of Bateel Bakery

The new concept is backed by a rapid expansion plan in the region and internationally, across malls, commercial centres, airports and standalone street locations

Brookfield eyes $28bn Network International deal

Canada’s Brookfield acquires Network International for $2.8bn

The investment firm reached a deal to pay 400 pence per share in cash, which represents a premium of about 64 per cent to Network’s closing price on April 12

Global Village

Here’s when Global Village Season 28 opens; it’s earlier than expected

By opening earlier for Season 28, Global Village aims to ensure that guests can enjoy an extended period of entertainment, cultural diversity and attractions

cooking robot

UAE’s dnata introduces cooking robot at World Travel Catering & Onboard Services Expo

Developed by Moley Robotics, the robot is able to recreate identical dishes at scale by following pre-recorded chef instructions