UAE News
Abu Dhabi Fund for Development delivers $59bn in global support, supports 107 countries
The report highlights a landmark year in advancing the UAE’s foreign aid strategy, promoting global sustainable development, and…
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UAE News
UAE to ban single-use plastics by 2026
The UAE will ban single-use plastics by 2026 said Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak, Minister of Climate…
UAE News
Abu Dhabi hands out $1.3bn housing benefits ahead of Eid Al Adha
Abu Dhabi has approved AED4.62bn ($1.26bn) in housing benefits ahead of Eid Al Adha. Under the directives of…
Middle East
Myanmar: Military strikes persist amid earthquake response efforts
“At a moment when the sole focus should be on ensuring humanitarian aid gets to disaster zones, the…
Real Estate
UAE real estate: RAK Properties launches sales for Anantara Mina Residences
The development marks RAK Properties’ debut in the branded luxury real estate space, blending private homeownership with five-star…
Real Estate
Million dollar broker: How reality TV star Ben Bandari built his AED22bn Dubai real estate portfolio
The afternoon light cascades across Villa Flora’s pristine marble floors, casting geometric shadows through floor-to-ceiling windows that frame…
Middle East
Ukraine: Post-war reconstruction set to cost $524 billion
The updated joint Rapid Damage and Needs Assessment (RDNA4) commissioned by the Ukrainian Government, the World Bank Group,…
UAE News
Eid Al Adha 2025: Ajman Ruler Sheikh Humaid awards $1.4mn to fishermen
Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has ordered the disbursement of…
UAE News
Abu Dhabi partners with FilmGate to boost UAE film industry, 15 productions planned
Under this landmark agreement, FilmGate will produce at least 15 productions in Abu Dhabi over the next five…
Middle East
Top UN advocate sounds alarm over sexual violence crisis in gang-ravaged Haiti
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reported on 21 May that widespread armed violence continues…