Dubai inaugurates first mosque with positive energy balance
The first mosque with a positive energy balance has been opened in Dubai's Tilal Al Ghaf neighbourhood. The project was designed by local developer Majid Al Futtaim and was built in co-operation with Dubai's Department of Islamic Affairs and Charities. Named after the company's late founder
Large-scale landscaping projects completed in Dubai
Dubai Municipality has announced the completion of major landscaping and beautification projects on Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. The AED 245 million initiative covers 1.4 million square metres and includes the planting of 2.5 million flowers and ornamental plants, as well as 6,500 trees
Dubai gets the world’s best reputation
Dubai has been recognised as one of the top five best brand cities in the world, topping the ranking in terms of reputation, according to the new Brand Finance Global City Index. Over the past year, the emirate has moved up four places in the ranking,
Farmers’ Market opens registration for new season
Dubai Municipality has officially opened registration for the fourth season of Farmers' Market, which will run from 7 December 2024 to 22 February 2025 at Quranic Park. This annual event has become one of Dubai's key community events, providing Emirati farmers with a platform to showcase
Dubai Ride participants can rent a bike for free
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Careem, has made free bike hire available to residents and tourists participating in the Dubai Ride bike ride, which will take place on 10 November. According to Careem, participants can rent bikes for free at two
UAE uses AI to increase rainfall
The United Arab Emirates has conducted hundreds of cloud seeding operations across the country to increase rainfall and address water shortages in 2024. Now, the Emirates is also using artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the effectiveness of the advanced technology. The country's authorities are investing heavily
Abu Dhabi Art gets ready to open its doors
Abu Dhabi Art 2024, which will be held at Manarat Al Saadiyat from 20-24 November, is preparing to open its doors to guests. This year's fair will feature 102 regional and international galleries from 31 countries. Last year, 92 galleries participated in the fair. In the