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Expatriate women in the UAE are breathing fire and we can't blame them! A recent law issued by the capital's Central Bank stipulates that women are not allowed to open or manage bank accounts for their own children.
July 15, 2012 4:21
Two incidences of children found dead in cars after being forgotten inside by their parents, have raised alarm in the UAE and a possible legislation to punish negligent care takers. Laura Mtaini asks if more awareness and a more sensitive, but firm approach is the need of the hour.
July 11, 2012 12:17
Saudi cannot afford to let the money do all the talking. Foreign investors insist on unrestricted access to the kingdom's stock market, which could be granted this year. But internal reform is the right place to start says Una Galani
July 9, 2012 4:22
Qatar is seen struggling to cope with challenges and match expectations in the run up to FIFA World Cup 2022. Will the country manage to change the game on the FIFA field or will it be played instead?
July 8, 2012 1:19
As the Dubai Department of Economic Development turns its attention to group discount sites, companies and customers hope for a fair deal.
July 3, 2012 5:47
Fresh outages, dwindling finances and pent up inventory is only half of Blackberry’s list of woes, even as the company puts on a brave front for the public. Heroic or delusional?
July 2, 2012 5:06
In the high-stakes poker game between Iran and the West, it appears for now that the United States and Europe are holding the better cards says Clyde Russell
July 2, 2012 4:32
A recent survey finds employees in the Middle East think they should be rewarded for regular attendance and punctuality. When it comes to productivity, Kipp thinks it should be the reverse. Employees shouldn’t be penalized for absenteeism or not clocking in the mandatory 9 hours a day.
July 2, 2012 4:04
Google owned Youtube announces its video creation marketplace—a new feature to help Youtube stars create content for brands, for that ‘viral’ effect.
July 1, 2012 4:44
All mobile phone users in the UAE are asked to re-register and verify their identity with their service providers, to avoid cancellation of their Sim cards.
July 1, 2012 1:50
It sure looks like the UAE government is leaving no stone unturned to ensure consumers in the country are protected and informed. But is there a catch somewhere?
June 25, 2012 4:39
Contrary to recent reports about Dubai’s real estate resurrection, the property sector is facing problems far worse than dry swimming pools and empty pockets.
June 24, 2012 3:55
In a region where ruling families control big deals, where blood ties often trump all other considerations, and where business is scarce, falling out with a sheikh of any stature is always a risk warns Una Galani.
June 21, 2012 4:36
They might have made a remarkable four year long hash of their communications, but EIDA has consistently served up quality entertainment says Alex Mcnabb.
June 19, 2012 4:50
Microsoft missed the Internet. The story of the company's recovery from the blunder is not only fascinating, it's still unfolding says Alex McNabb.
June 18, 2012 4:02
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
The airline said there had been little impact on May 15 from a strike in protest over pay and previous sackings.
May 16, 2013 2:57
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26
