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53 percent of UAE residents don’t think they earn enough to...

A new survey on the saving habits of UAE residents revealed that 53 percent of respondents don’t think they earn enough money to allow...

‘Lease-to-own’ concept to be released during Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2016

Investors would be able to make a purchase and own the villa for AED 300,000 Al Forsan Real Estate; the property arm of Al...

79% of new expats believe UAE is a happy, welcoming and...

In the run up to the UAE’s 44th National Day, 71% of residents say their country is well on track to becoming an innovation-led...

Dubai, Abu Dhabi Among Top Global Financial Centers

The growth of Asian economies is fuelling the importance of Asian financial centers such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and Tokyo. Although Dubai and Abu...

Al Dhafra Festival showcases Emirati traditions

Camel beauty shows, traditional souq and local traditions highlight the annual festival The annual Al Dhafra Festival returns to the Madinat Zayed in Al Gharbia...

Could UAE rival Orlando as Leisure and Entertainment Destination?

Despite current prevailing recessionary sentiment and weakening economic data, the future prospects of UAE remain bright and attractive for international corporations. This thesis is...

Money Not Motivating Factor for UAE Residents

Considering the number of expats who arrive in UAE seeking for better job opportunities, the results of a new survey are more than surprising....

Abu Dhabi trade and export sector on the rise

After an impressive rise in non-oil trade last year in Abu Dhabi, market players from within the logistics and transport industry seem to expect...

Real Estate Still Top Investment for UAE Residents

Real estate is the most popular class for investment for UAE residents, according to a new survey. Although investors prefer property over the traditional...

UAE’s Richest Individuals Advance on Global Billionaires List

The latest annual list of the world’s wealthiest people was released by the American business magazine Forbes. In 2015 the ranking includes a record...

UAE Plans to Make Its Own Rain

The UAE is considering the creation of a man-made mountain in order to increase the amount of rain it receives and ameliorate a looming...

Visitors to Abu Dhabi will pay municipal taxes on hotel bills

According to a local newspaper, a new decree will impose a 4 per cent municipality taxes on hotel bills and a Dh15 charge per...

UAE schools closed on Thursday due to weather; Tuition fee won’t...

Public and private schools in the UAE will be closed again on Thursday due to windy and rainy weather, the Abu Dhabi Education Council...

UAE Economic Prospects until 2017

Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development and Dubai Department of Economic Development hosted on 3rd of February the "UAE Economic Prospects Forum 2014"  at...

10 days school calendar extension applauded by parents in UAE

The next academic year for all public and private schools in UAE, except for those having Indian and Pakistani curriculums, will be 10 days...

Calling all UAE Bands!

Aloft Hotels Partners with We Are Scientists to Expose Hottest Unsigned UAE Bands Middle East bands to submit their demos before the closing date of...

Abu Dhabi Bride show, Beyond Beauty Arabia 2013 will be staged...

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Sheikha Bint Saif Bin Mohammad Al Nahyan, chairwoman of Make-A-Wish United Arab Emirates, the 12th edition of Abu...

Masdar City Begins Construction on Residential Complex

Masdar City, Abu Dhabi’s pioneering, sustainable city, announced construction has begun on a residential complex that advances the city’s aim to be a leading...