UAE residents actively sell gold
Some residents of the United Arab Emirates have become more willing to sell gold and jewellery as prices for the metal hit record highs and investors look for new opportunities to make money. Gold prices hit a record high of US$ 2,395.29 an ounce, while US gold futures were trading
Global Village announces free entry for children
Global Village in Dubai has announced that children under the age of 12 will have free entry to the multicultural park until the end of the season. The attraction will close on 28 April, and will only reopen its doors to the public six months later, in October 2024. For
UAE President gives Abu Dhabi Awards
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, honoured eight achievers for their notable contributions to the development of the UAE at the Abu Dhabi Awards ceremony. During the event, people whose contributions have had a positive impact on the UAE in areas such
Blockchain Life 2024 thunderstruck in Dubai
The 12th edition of the Blockchain Life Forum, known as the leading gathering for global cryptocurrency leaders, concluded with an impressive turnout of 10,162 attendees despite the unprecedented storm that happened in Dubai. Representatives of the crypto industry have always stood apart, largely due to their unique character and the
Quiet weddings gain popularity in UAE
Many couples getting married in Dubai are now increasingly opting for more intimate and personalised weddings and inviting just 50-100 guests, according to a spokesperson from Dubai's Department of Economic and Tourism (DET). "Weddings with meaning" and the use of new technology have also become a trend. "There is a
Green charging stations in Dubai to grow by 150 per cent
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will increase the number of green charging stations from 390 to 1,000 by 2025. The programme will be implemented as part of Dubai's Zero Carbon and Clean Energy strategies. Thus, the network of public fast and ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) will
Dubai Prince posts video of ‘bathing’ elephants
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, posted a video on social media showing elephants rejoicing in the rain. The video has gone viral. The short video shows five African elephants grazing in the desert against the backdrop of Dubai's skyline and an overcast sky.