On a different plane
The global air industry is having a tough time – if it’s not the recession, it’s a volcano causing headaches. But in the region, airlines are flying high.
May 20, 2010 1:49Riyadh cuts reliance on foreigners
Plan to train nationals more intensively and reward private companies hiring local workers.
May 15, 2010 1:15
High and dry at the Omani border
Have you ever set off for a vacation in Oman, only to be turned away at the border because of what you do for a living?
May 10, 2010 3:20
The expat dilemma: ‘Should I stay or should I go?’
Analysts are bullish on the UAE economy. But for many expatriates, the decision to stay or head home depends on complex cultural and personal issues, and not just financial concerns.
April 27, 2010 3:44
Passport to more red tape
Qatar plans to scrap its ‘visa-on-arrival’ scheme – and there are fears other GCC countries could impose similar restrictions on Western travelers.
April 13, 2010 5:21Dubai identifies four more suspects in Mossad hit
British and Irish passports were used by additional suspects accused of assassinating Hamas commander Mahmoud Al Mabhouh.
February 23, 2010 11:01Tighter rules on EU visas would hurt Dubai Inc.
OPINION: Changing the UAE’s open border policies in the wake of the Mossad assassination would have dire consequences for business.
February 23, 2010 5:27
Death of the visa run?
Visitors to the UAE have been told they must wait one month before re-entering the country. What does this mean for the legion of illegal workers in the Emirates, and those on daytrips to other Gulf states?
January 18, 2010 2:01
Holidaying in the US vs holidaying in the UK
Dubai residents are out on vacation. So, based on our travels, we check out which western country has cheaper deals. And which country gives the best memories.
August 11, 2009 4:06
Working for the workers
The UAE minister of labor says that the government is introducing measures to help the nation’s workforce.
April 28, 2009 9:36
The good, the bad, and everything in between
The financial crisis has instigated both good and bad changes for expatriates in Dubai. We list a few.
January 13, 2009 10:59
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