UAE News
Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan visits world’s largest diamond tender facility
Sheikh Hamdan’s visit occurred at the same time as a defining moment for the UAE’s diamond industry, as DMCC…
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Middle East
Sudan: UN rights chief appeals for greater protection of civilians in besieged El Fasher
“The horror unfolding in Sudan knows no bounds,” Volker Türk said in a statement calling for an end…
Business & Economy
Saudi PIF prices $1.25bn sukuk offering amid strong demand
The Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the pricing of a $1.25 billion sukuk offering. The proceeds of…
UAE News
Deadly flooding in Nigeria displaces thousands
Nigerian officials estimate that over 500 people are still missing and presumed dead, according to news reports. Deputy…
UAE News
Emirates to resume Dubai to Damascus flights
Emirates is set to reintroduce flights from to Damascus from July 16, 2025. Operations were suspended to the…
UAE News
UAE grants music management licence as streaming market tipped to hit $2.3bn
The licence authorises the organisation to manage the distribution of rights on behalf of music creators and performers,…
Real Estate
Abu Dhabi approves $22.5bn housing projects
Abu Dhabi has approved AED82.7bn ($22.5bn) of housing projects as it looks to enhance the real estate sector…
UAE News
Eid Al Adha 2025: Dubai announces free parking and public transport timings
Dubai has announced free parking and public transport timings for the Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday. The Roads…
UAE News
Dubai’s flydubai resumes flights to Damascus
Flydubai has launched operations to Syria with the resumption of flights to Damascus. The inaugural flight FZ 115…
UAE News
Emirates boss Clark exudes confidence in Boeing turning things around
In a wide-ranging chat with journalists at the annual meeting of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Tim…