Abu Dhabi establishes culinary investment fund
Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the establishment of a US$100 million culinary investment fund to help attract iconic restaurant brands to the United Arab Emirates capital. The fund will also create a culinary school that will train staff to
Atlantis, The Palm launches Dubai Balloon
Dubai's famous five-star resort Atlantis, The Palm has launched the Dubai Balloon programme. Visitors have yet another opportunity to experience the world at its finest: the flight takes place about 300 metres above sea level and The Palm Jumeirah. To capture the unforgettable experience, guests can
21 April – first day of Eid al-Fitr
The holy month of Ramadan has come to an end in the United Arab Emirates. According to the Moonwatch Committee, a young crescent has appeared in the sky, making Friday, 21 April the first day of the religious festival of Eid al-Fitr. Members of the committee
‘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
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
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
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,