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Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market Overview – Q2 2012

The latest ‘Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market Overview – Q2 2012’ was released today by Jones Lang LaSalle. The research covers Abu Dhabi office, residential,...

Beginner triathlon training tips

Where, when and how to train for a triathlon Training for a triathlon is a unique experience with the three disciplines of swimming, cycling and...

How handball gets you fit

Fitness benefits of handball Handball is a great sport for getting your body fit and healthy through fast-paced exercise. Improving agility, flexibility and the body′s...

A new federal law on private schools under preparation

The Ministerial Council for Services has approved the memo submitted to it by Minister of Education on preparation of the draft federal law on...

GCC Construction Projects rose 13%

UAE continues to garner largest share of total GCC building construction market at 48%, closely followed by KSA (33%) US$46.52bn worth of construction projects completed...

Trends and Tips for Dubai’s Real Estate Investors and Tenants

Top five tips for buying or renting in Dubai Just as many were in denial when Dubai’s real estate market took a downward turn, a...

Emaar quarterly profit more than doubles, beats estimates

Half year 2012 net operating profit of AED 1.22 billion (US$ 332 million), 45% higher than half year 2011 Second quarter 2012 net operating profit...

RTA launches Clean Energy Buses

UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently visited the building of Roads and...

Electricity bills rise by 40 – 50 % in GCC region

A regional expert in AC systems has said that electricity consumption in summer in the GCC region rises by 50 percent compared to the...