Dubai landlords looking to raise rents will now need to improve their property ratings under a new smart rental index launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). The index, which aims to ensure fair rental values and promote trust among landlords, tenants, and investors, was unveiled on Thursday. The system links rent increases to a...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Economy
Dubai Art Season 2025: A Celebration of Creativity
Dubai is set to come alive with creativity as Dubai Art Season 2025 kicks off from 4 January to 20 April. Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, this year’s theme, “Take a Walk on the Art Side”, focuses on enriching...
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02.01.202503.01.2025Economy
Dubai New Year’s Eve saw 2.5m People use public transport
Dubai’s public transport system saw a significant increase in usage during New Year’s Eve 2025 celebrations, with a total of 2,502,474 passengers recorded, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). This marks a 9.3% rise compared to the 2,288,631 passengers reported on the same occasion last year. The Dubai Metro carried the highest number...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Economy
UAE Celebrates 2024 as Its Best Year for Growth and Development
The UAE has declared 2024 as its most successful year in terms of economic and developmental progress since the nation’s founding. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, shared this milestone during the first UAE Cabinet meeting of the year. In a...
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Ruler of Sharjah Bids Farewell to Kuwaiti Consul General
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, met with His Excellency Ali Salem Al Dhaidi, the Consul General of Kuwait, on Thursday morning at Al Badee Palace. The visit marked the end of Al Dhaidi’s term in the UAE. During the meeting, His Highness welcomed the...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Technology
Dubai Culture and Google Announce 2nd MENA Creatives Bootcamp
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in partnership with Google, has opened applications for the second edition of the ‘MENA Creatives Bootcamp – AI & Innovation Edition.’ This initiative aims to empower creatives in the UAE and the MENA region by enhancing their skills and helping them use advanced technology and artificial intelligence (AI)...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Real Estate
Emirati Broker Achieves AED 205 Million in Sales for Sixth Year Straight
For the sixth consecutive year, Walid Al Zarouni, Chairman of W Capital, has been recognized as one of the top-selling Emirati real estate brokers in Dubai. The total value of his sales in 2024 reached nearly AED 205 million, highlighting his consistent performance in the city’s competitive property market. Speaking to Al Bayan, Al Zarouni...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Business, Government support
UAE and Paraguay Discuss Strengthening Ties in Key Sectors
In Abu Dhabi, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed Ruben Ramirez Lezcano, the Foreign Minister of Paraguay, to discuss ways to strengthen the partnership between the two nations. The meeting focused on enhancing cooperation in economic, trade, and investment sectors. His Highness emphasized...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Business
Emirates Adds Copenhagen to Its Cargo Network
Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates Airline, has expanded its operations by adding a dedicated weekly freighter service to Copenhagen Airport. This marks the 36th destination in the carrier’s growing network of freighter destinations. The Boeing 777 freighter will handle approximately 85 tonnes of cargo, catering to demand from Denmark, as well as neighboring...
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02.01.202502.01.2025Economy
Oman Launching Net Zero Centre to Achieve 2050 Carbon Neutrality Goals
Oman is taking a significant step toward its 2050 carbon neutrality goals with the establishment of a new “Net Zero Centre.” Announced by the Minister of Energy and Minerals, Salim Nasser Al Aufi, the centre is set to play a vital role in speeding up the implementation of net-zero initiatives in the country. The Net...