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Five Lessons for Leaders in Turbulent Times
Since the financial crisis of 2007/2008, volatility has returned to new highs. When faced with turbulent times, leaders in business, politics and society tend...
FGB, NBAD Merger Creates World’s Largest Financial Institution
FGB and NBAD announce the new name of the combined bank
New Bank starts trading on Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange under ticker symbol...
Dubai Real Estate Market on Course to Stabilize during 2017
A slowing rate of decline across all sectors of the Dubai real estate market suggests increasing stability and the expectation of the market ‘bottoming...
Amazon to Acquire SOUQ.com
Amazon (Nasdaq:AMZN) today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire SOUQ.com, an e-commerce leader in the Middle East. Joining the Amazon family...
Regional Markets to Trade Sideways Short Term
US markets witnessed their month lows on Thursday and Friday as the new health care bill floundered and the Trump rally stumbled. Dow Jones...
Alexa and Siri Move into Hotel Rooms
Alexa and Siri are soon to invade hotel rooms around the globe where both will compete to become the voice-controlled platform of choice for...
How to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle at Work
Many work environments aren’t that good for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Employees are often tempted by variety of treats in the pantry room and...
Dubai lures MGM luxury brands with unmatchable beachfront location
A new beachfront entertainment destination has been unveiled in Dubai last week. It is located at Jumeirah beach near Burj Al Arab in Dubai...
‘Reading Box’ Opens in City Walk
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has announced the launch of the second edition...
Dubai Introduces ‘Student Parking’ Cards
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the issuance of a subscription card branded "Student Parking" as part of its community-oriented initiatives for this...
Etihad Implements Electronics Ban to US-bound Flights
Effective 25th March, all passengers on all Etihad Airways' US-bound flights from, or transiting through, Abu Dhabi International Airport will not be permitted to...
10 Quick Steps To Book Cheap Flights
Once you learn how to book cheap flights, your holiday and vacation travels will get easier
Airfares tend to take a major chunk out of...
Bringing Emotion Back Into Decision Making Achieves Business Success
A new approach to business strategy chooses decisive action over data analyses
Spontaneity, speed and a willingness to lead with intuition, are key to business...
March Wealth Sentiment Index Score Reflects Increasing Optimism
Index score increases from 1020.52 in to 1024.61, up by 0.4%
FGB, one of the leading banks in the UAE, has announced the latest score...
Emirates Introduces Laptop and Tablet Handling Service for US Flights
Enables US-bound passengers to use their laptops and tablets until just before boarding
Customers can continue to use smart phones on board, staying...
DLD Stresses Importance of Dealing with Accredited Real Estate Brokers
Dubai Land Department (DLD) stresses the importance of dealing with accredited and licensed real estate brokers who hold a real estate broker card issued...
VAT in UAE Will Curb Unhealthy Consumption
The price of fizzy drinks and tobacco is about to go up. The Federal National Council last week approved a draft law setting up...
UAE to celebrate International Day of Happiness
The UAE, along with the entire world, celebrates International Happiness Day on 20th March every year.
The UAE has accomplished many achievements in all areas,...































