Dubai plans to become world’s media hub
Media City is already home to more than 500 companies. See how this media hub is taking shape.
May 31, 2010 4:21Dubai rents to fall
New report says increase in supply will lead to continuing falls in rent.
May 31, 2010 3:44Emirates finance chief: Dubai can resolve new woes
Dubai will ride out its latest financial troubles without a federal bailout for another major investment company seeking postponement of…
May 30, 2010 2:51DIC to delay bank repayment for 3 months
Dubai Holding's company reaches agreement with six banks to postpone repayment of more than $1 billion.
May 28, 2010 11:03
Where’s best to live?
The 2010 Quality of Living worldwide rankings are out. How did cities in the region fare?
May 27, 2010 10:50UAE to be slowest growing economy
The UAE is set to be the slowest growing economy in the GCC over 2010 and 2011, according to the IMF.
May 25, 2010 4:19
Smoking ban: bad for business?
As the UAE looks to finalize its Federal National Tobacco law, some are calling for an outright ban. Such a move would have serious implications for many businesses.
May 25, 2010 11:40
Where would you be most likely to use Internet wi-fi?
It looks like Etisalat’s plan to provide wi-fi access in a park in Dubai may not work out – most people aren’t interested.
May 24, 2010 10:36Property deregistration begins in Dubai
After sending letters to hundreds of investors, Land Department begins to strip owners of their titles.
May 23, 2010 2:15
The UAE’s purchase power
How do the UAE’s wealthy residents spend their cash? All the glitz, fashion, and glamour of the Emirates is there for the taking – if you can afford it.
May 17, 2010 5:52The EU’s economic woes felt in the Middle East
EU crisis affecting trade flow between Europe and the Gulf region.
May 17, 2010 11:13Dubai government transfers $980mn to repay Nakheel bond on schedule
Talks continue between lenders and Nakheel’s parent, Dubai World, in efforts to restructure $24.8 billion in debt.
May 14, 2010 11:03Dubai schools prepare to raise tuition fees for next year
Dubai’s Ministry of Education has approved a fee hike of between 15 and 20 percent for six schools.
May 14, 2010 10:58Dubai commercial rents: 9th most expensive office market globally
Research finds commercial real estate rents in Dubai average $109 per sq. ft. annually
May 7, 2010 1:56
Budget hotels have ‘seven-star’ potential
In the pre-recession days of ‘bling’ developments like Dubai’s Burj Al Arab, Mideast hotel owners weren’t interested in developing mid-market properties. But they are now.
May 7, 2010 9:33
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
Air Berlin doesn't need Etihad's help
Last year, the German carrier posted its first annual profit since 2007.
May 16, 2013 10:54
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