UAE Joins Masters Over 50s Cricket World Cup in South Africa
Fourteen of the top cricket playing nations and a few Associate members will soon be seen taking on each other in the Masters Over 50s Cricket World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa.
Ageless Pursuit: De Vries Chases Dubai World Cup Dream
Even as Dettori returns to his happy hunting ground at Meydan Racecourse this month, hoping to rewrite the record books one more time, there is another jockey lurking who can steal his thunder and further rewrite the record he set 12 months ago.
Should he continue to ride the crest of a wave that saw him snatch two major victories on Super Saturday, last week’s dress rehearsal for the Dubai World Cup, Adrie de Vries is set to claim his own place in the record books.
Uncovering the Danger: How Cough Syrup Gets Poisoned
Firstly, counterfeit cough syrup is a major problem in some parts of the world. Criminals may create fake versions of popular cough syrup brands and sell them to unsuspecting customers. These counterfeit products may contain harmful substances, such as heavy metals or toxins, that can cause serious health problems.
Dubai approves private school fee hike for next academic year
The approved fee increase takes into account the economic situation of the emirate, as well as the operational costs of running a private school while maintaining the quality of education.
Ramadan in UAE: Dubai schools shorten hours for holiest month
Dubai has announced reduced school hours during the holy month of Ramadan to allow students and teachers to observe Ramadan traditions and spend time with their families. The initiative is part of the UAE’s commitment to promoting tolerance and respect for diversity, and to fostering a culture of understanding and acceptance. The reduced school hours have been well-received by the community, and it is a testament to Dubai’s commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive community for all.
Collaboration and growth on the horizon with the UAE-Oman rail network.
The UAE-Oman rail network is poised to usher in a new era of economic growth and connectivity for Oman, while also positioning the GCC region as a global logistics hub. Oman has long sought to establish itself as a key link between the East and the West, given its location in the Arabian Peninsula and […]
IPO of OQ’s drilling arm raises $244m
Abraj Energy Services, the drilling unit of Oman’s state energy company OQ, has raised $244 million from its initial public offering (IPO), selling more than 377 million shares, equivalent to a 49% stake. The final offer price was set at the higher end of 249 baizas ($0.65) a share due to strong demand from regional, […]
Ewec targets to increase solar power generation capacity by 600% in Abu Dhabi
Emirates Water and Electricity Company (Ewec) plans to increase its solar power capacity by 606% by 2030 as part of the United Arab Emirates’ goal of achieving net zero emissions by 2050. The Abu Dhabi-based utility aims to increase its solar power capacity to 7.3 GW by 2030, according to its Statement of Future Capacity […]
Interest rate hike pace undecided, says Fed Chairman Jerome Powell
On March 1, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell revealed that the banking officials had not yet decided on the size of the upcoming interest rate increase scheduled for this month. This statement came a day after Powell’s comments caused Wall Street stocks to plummet. The Federal Reserve’s next meeting is scheduled for March 21-22. Powell […]
Non-oil economy in Dubai remains resilient after experiencing the highest output growth in four months.
Dubai’s non-oil private sector economy continued to expand last month as output growth reached its highest rate in four months. According to S&P Global purchasing managers’ index reading, business activity in Dubai’s economy showed a reading of 54.1 in February, down from 54.5 in January, yet still well above the neutral 50 level. The reading […]