UAE leads tourist visa accessibility ranking
The Emirates has been recognised as the leading Gulf country in terms of tourist visa accessibility, according to the Global Tourist Visa Openness Index 2023, published by the United Nations Tourism Organisation. The UAE scored 67.80 points, ranking first and ahead of Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and
Tons of counterfeit products seized in Dubai
The Economic Crimes Department of the General Directorate of Criminal Investigations of the Dubai Police has registered 1,297 intellectual property offences and seized counterfeit products worth AED 8.79 billion over the past five years. The cases involved 1,339 suspects. Authorities have warned the public against breaking
Big Ticket lottery announces suspension of draws
Big Ticket, a popular lottery company in the United Arab Emirates, has announced that it will suspend draws from 1 April 2024. Its kiosks at Abu Dhabi and Al Ain airports will be closed. "Big Ticket is temporarily suspending its operations in line with new directives
Devil’s Comet can be seen in UAE skies
Earlier this week, a rare astronomical object called "Devil's Comet" was spotted in the sky above the Abu Dhabi desert. According to astronomers, residents can see the comet even with the naked eye if they observe the sky in the right direction after sunset. According to
Student from Dubai creates an app to share books
A student from Dubai has developed an app that can be used to give, buy and sell used books. In addition to school books, the app offers novels and bestsellers, said 17-year-old Bhandari, who was born in Kuwait and moved to the UAE with his
Blockchain Life Forum 2024 in Dubai: find out how to make the most of the current Bull Run
The highly anticipated Blockchain Life Forum 2024 is set to take place in the vibrant city of Dubai on April 15-16. Welcoming industry professionals and crypto enthusiasts from around the world, this legendary event promises to be an unforgettable experience. This time the central topic of
Six Senses to build the world’s tallest residential building
Hotel brand Six Senses has unveiled plans for a new project in Dubai Marina in Dubai - Six Senses Residences will be the world's tallest residential building. The skyscraper is expected to be 122 storeys high and will be completed by 2028. The project was announced