Irreconcilable differences?
There isn’t much point to, well, pointing fingers, if it’s not breaking any barriers or glass ceilings, says Precious de Leon
March 20, 2011 5:01
Keeping up with the Joneses
Dubai’s conservative cousin is buzzing with business it seems. Is the playing field level now for the two?
March 20, 2011 3:50
Mo’ money, (no) mo’ problems
Are the latest investments in the Northern Emirates mere distraction tactics, or do they really address the issues frustrating people in the area?
March 13, 2011 4:25Dubai has recovered from economic downturn -Ruler
Sheikh Mohammed said that while some government agencies failed to meet expectations, the government is not in the process of holding departments accountable.
March 10, 2011 4:23
Greece vs. Iceland
Two very different countries, two very prominent victims of the worldwide financial crisis. But which one made the biggest mess out of it all? Kipp takes a look.
June 23, 2010 5:35Pakistan seeks emergency $500 million from Etisalat
Cash needed after failure to raise electricity tariff.
June 19, 2010 10:34Etisalat says millions in bonuses were gov’t approved
UAE’s State Audit Institution finds accounting and bonus ‘discrepancies.’
June 17, 2010 9:04RAK to avoid Dubai debt trap
Plan to repay debt and then bring in partners, says official.
June 16, 2010 4:21UAE plots new finance laws
Laws will regulate financial sector, control flow of 'hot money', and tackle bankruptcy and credit.
June 16, 2010 3:55Oman has cash to spare
Budget surplus for first quarter of the year hits almost $2.4 billion on high oil prices.
June 14, 2010 3:59Etisalat’s Egyptian billions
AED 5.17 billion earmarked for expansion as subscribers top 14 million.
June 13, 2010 2:57Saudi government creates thousands of new jobs for women
Council of Ministers to create 12,600 jobs in educational administration for unemployed graduates of teachers’ colleges.
May 25, 2010 9:49Confidence vote in Indian government despite scandal and financial woes
In a surprise victory, PM Singh’s government edges the opposition, 246 votes to 162.
April 28, 2010 9:03
Failing state
Yemen’s many problems could soon render the country ungovernable, enabling the lawlessness in the Horn of Africa to leap across the Gulf of Aden, says Trends magazine.
March 11, 2010 10:13
Is Big Brother watching you?
Abu Dhabi is investing $9 million to install surveillance equipment across the city. But from privacy issues to money matters, many analysts argue that CCTV is not the best solution to enhance security.
March 3, 2010 1:31
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
Yahoo on Tumblr: 'we promise not to screw it up'
Search engine giant confirms purchase of popular blogger site as both sides vow to address users' concerns
May 21, 2013 2:52
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
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43