Global rankings reflect sharp rise in cost of living in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The cost of living in Dubai and Abu Dhabi has risen sharply, according to Mercer's Cost of Living 2023 study. In the ranking, Dubai moved up to 18th place in the world, with Abu Dhabi ranked 43rd. Despite this, the UAE economy continues to show steady growth. One of the
UAE Cabinet creates council to fight drug crime
The Cabinet of the United Arab Emirates has announced the establishment of a council to combat drug trafficking. The move is part of an effort to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against drug-related crime and substance abuse. "Drugs are the scourge of our era, a cancer of society and
UAE to launch most powerful photography satellite
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre has announced plans to launch the MBZ-Sat satellite for remote sensing into Earth orbit. The spacecraft is planned to monitor environmental changes, assess water quality and help develop agriculture. The high-precision MBZ-Sat satellite will be the most powerful in the region and will provide
Mohammed bin Rashid awards 16 CSR organisations
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, awarded a number of leading Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) companies in recognition of their important role in strengthening sustainable development practices. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed stressed the importance of strengthening and
Marine transport moves to summer schedule
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority is switching sea and water taxis, ferries and passenger boats to a summer schedule. According to the authority, the transport will run in line with passenger demand during the summer period. The timetable can be found on the official website of the department. It
Careem to offer free bike hire
Careem bikes will be available for free at any of its 186 docking stations in Dubai, a promotion the transport operator has launched to mark World Environment Day. The promotion will run for 10 June, with a maximum ride time of 45 minutes. A bicycle can be rented an unlimited
Emirates to use recycled tableware on board
In honour of World Environment Day on June 5, with the theme of fighting plastic (#BeatPlasticPollution), Emirates has announced it will introduce new recycled tableware on board this month. Millions of old and damaged crockery items in economy and premium economy classes will be collected, washed and inspected for