Region rides the railroad
It’s not just the upcoming Dubai Metro; the whole region is gearing up to welcome many more train lines.
September 1, 2009 2:05
Record-breaking hotels
Hotels.com recently published a list of all the hotels across the world that can only be described with superlatives, including the largest, tallest and the oldest hotels. Not surprisingly, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are on the list.
August 29, 2009 2:18
Where is the regional film hub?
Qatar has just joined the race to become the Middle East’s film hub for regional movie makers.
August 25, 2009 1:29
Swine flu’s second wave may be coming
The WHO has warned that with autumn and winter approaching, the outbreak of the H1N1 virus may get worse.
August 24, 2009 10:04
This year, Abu Dhabi has arrested 274 people for violating traffic regulations. Should Dubai follow suit?
The results are in.
August 23, 2009 11:07
Still spending
Despite the current economic situation, advertisers in the region are still pumping a lot of money into television, say research reports.
August 20, 2009 2:20AirAsia will open Abu Dhabi route in November
Malaysian budget airline AirAsia announced it will launch flights to the UAE capital on...
August 19, 2009 1:03Abu Dhabi hotel rates among highest in the world
Hotel room rates in the city saw a growth of...
August 9, 2009 4:48324 driving licenses withdrawn in Abu Dhabi over last 6 months
The motorists include 102...
August 3, 2009 4:30
Aabar to buy 32pc stake in Virgin Galactic
Abu Dhabi-based Aabar Investments announced it will acquire a 32 percent stake worth $280 million in Virgin Galactic...
July 28, 2009 12:12
Aabar buys 4 pc stake in Tesla Motors
Abu Dhabi-based Aabar Investments has snapped up a 4 percent stake in electric-car company Tesla Motors Inc, and aims to...
July 13, 2009 2:53
Improved quality of life will attract more foreign investment, says UAE official
Developing the quality of life for Abu Dhabi's residents will help attract more foreign investment, and will boost...
July 12, 2009 1:47
Emirati families earn 300 pc more than expatriate counterparts
Emirati families in Abu Dhabi earn three times more than their expatriate equivalents, claims the...
July 8, 2009 12:07
A major step for Turkey
As Prime Minister Erdogan showcases Turkey's prestige on a visit to the White House, the country has its ratings upgraded...
May 19, 2013 9:45
Dusting off the Emirates ID card
The Emirates Identity Authority is 'keen' on making its ID cards more functional.
May 16, 2013 5:57
Turkish Airlines Can Ride Out Turbulence
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
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43
Fake pilot 'on the run'
Michael Fay forged papers and operated as a pilot for Afriqiyah Airways for eight months. . .
May 14, 2013 11:26