How the mighty have fallen
Petty Kipp unsuccessfully stifles a smile as property developer Nakheel begins to auction off cars, bikes and excess construction material in a bid to raise a few dirhams.
March 16, 2011 3:27Dubai sees biggest gain in 15 months, markets up
Dubai's index makes its largest gain in 15 months with the benchmark climbing 4.3 per cent to 1,513 points, trimming its 2011 losses to 7.2 percent.
March 13, 2011 3:08Emiratis petition ruler for democratic elections
Petition calls for comprehensive reform of parliament; 160 sign petition, mostly academics and some former MPs; Only small portion of Emiratis can vote, run for office.
March 9, 2011 4:14
There’s no business like the show business
Abu Dhabi entices with its weekend getaways while Dubai banks on a tried and tested formula. But is it too tried and tested, asks Precious de Leon.
March 8, 2011 5:16Dubai can meet all debt due in 2011 -senior official
Dubai has about $30 billion of debt maturing over the next two years, with $12 billion of that due this year.
March 8, 2011 10:38
Kipp loves massive yachts
Rejoice everybody, it’s boat show time! As lots of people look at stuff Kipp can’t afford, we take a look at the latest from the show.
March 2, 2011 3:31
Free falling
As rents at International City plunge further, Kipp takes a quick look at the going rate for the cheapest accommodation in the Emirate.
February 24, 2011 2:43
Affordable tourism in Dubai
The BBC’s Fiona Foster investigates how the tourism industry in Dubai is ready to face the new economic reality.
February 22, 2011 1:07
Why why why why why
Do you rent in Dubai? If so you’re probably familiar with the 5 percent fee you have to pay your real estate agent for doing pretty much nothing.
February 14, 2011 5:09
Dubai children successfully filled with terror
As kindergarten kids are taught about their ‘private’ areas, Kipp thinks we’re treading a very slippery slope.
February 3, 2011 4:41
The stress of Dubai driving
Driving in Dubai is so stressful that some drivers prefer the sardine-tin, rush hour metro ride. And there are now even more cars, according to reports.
January 23, 2011 3:52
Best of the Web: January 21, 2011
10 Top Dead Or Dying Career Paths; Dubai Finances: Debt forgetfulness; Facebook Privacy; How Truthful Must CEO Steve Jobs Be?
January 21, 2011 1:04
In Pictures: Rents around Dubai
Though rents in Dubai have been on a general decline, there are some exception to the rule. Kipp takes a looks at property rates across the city.
January 19, 2011 3:29
Landlords belong to us now
Dubai landlords are getting desperate. Far be it for Kipp to tell you to take advantage, but… well, we think you should take advantage.
January 13, 2011 5:30Dubai revisiting metro expansion – official
Officials say possibility of the purple line, the blue line still present
November 28, 2010 3:26
Qatar's Leverage Over Banks Is On The Wane
Qatar needs to find a home for billions of dollars raised from gas exports each year, writes Una Galani.
May 22, 2013 9:43
First report by Etisalat covering global footprint
Telecom company exhibits its high impact projects, including Mobile Baby.
May 21, 2013 6:01
Qatar Should Consider More Flexible Exchange Rate - Central Banker
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
Gold iPad at Burj Al Arab
Device to be a “virtual concierge” for luxury hotel's guests.
May 22, 2013 12:04
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24