‘House of the Future’ competition kicks off in Dubai
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation and the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Institution today launched the 'House of the Future' competition, inviting architects and designers from around the world to design an affordable, expandable, innovative and aesthetically pleasing home that meets the modern needs of the Emirates.
UAE residents prepare gifts for Eid al Fitr
Residents of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are buying gifts in advance for the religious holiday of Eid al Fitr, according to a YouGov study. Some of the most popular gifts include money, clothes and shoes, and video games. About 35% of Saudis intend to give confectionery for
Rashid rover gets ready to land on the moon
The Rashid rover, built by experts at the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre in Dubai, is preparing to land on the surface of the Earth's satellite on April 25, 2023. Currently, the Japanese Hakuto-R lander with the Emirati moonwalker on board is orbiting the moon at an altitude of
Madmoun: service to verify validity of real estate ads
The Dubai Land Department (DLD), through the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA), has issued a circular confirming the introduction of the new Madmoun electronic service. Available through the Trakheesi system, the service is a quick response code (QR code) issued on any property advertising permit, part of DLD's ongoing
Emirati people of determination to get AED 70 million
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Chairman of Dubai Executive Council and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Development and Citizens' Affairs, has issued a directive to increase the financial allocation for social benefits for Emirati people of determination this year
Dubai enacts law on self-driving cars
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued a new law on self-driving vehicles in the Emirate of Dubai. Law No (9) of 2023 provides the regulatory framework for self-driving vehicles operating in Dubai. Its purpose is
Bayti Social Initiative launched in Dubai
Dubai's Supreme Committee for Development and Citizen Affairs has announced the launch of the Bayti Social Initiative, which aims to support Dubai's citizens with limited income who have received housing grants and need additional funds to build or complete and furnish their homes, thereby easing their financial burden. The initiative