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Emiratis pay for property in cash but expats rely on finance

Thousands of developments set to be launched at 9th edition of Cityscape Abu Dhabi as real estate market remains stable Nationality has proven to be...

Abu Dhabi retail sector driven by young wealthy population

Abu Dhabi retail sector is looking ahead to brighter prospects, with anticipated solid increase in sales and a swathe of new shopping developments set...

Zayed Future Energy Prize 2013 submissions

The Zayed Future Energy Prize announced that it will open submissions for the 2013 edition of the awards on March 5th. The Prize will...

Volvo Ocean Race in Search of Young Talents in Music and...

The contest offers AED 4,700 for winners in each category Volvo Ocean Race has launched “Making Waves”, a national search for young artistic and musical...

Abu Dhabi Turns Into Global Hub for Mobile Excellence

WSA-mobile and hosting partner ADSIC unveil program for Global Mobile Congress in Abu Dhabi. Angry Birds godfather Harri Koponen and mobile visionary Tomi Ahonen...

Craig David on Board for Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix...

Top British pop singer Craig David has just been confirmed to the list of celebrity appearances at the Formula One Abu Dhabi Grand Prix...

Middle East aviation supports 2.7 million jobs

Cooperation Key to Meeting Challenges in the Gulf Region The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called upon all parts of the aviation value chain in...

Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri sweeps Gourmet Abu Dhabi Stars Awards

Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, swept the Gourmet Abu Dhabi Stars Awards last night with three wins; Executive Chef of the Year...

Sovereign Financial Institutions taxation discussed in Abu Dhabi

Numbers of Sovereign Financial Institutions increased to as many as 40 worldwide since 1950s Sovereign Financial Institutions potential growth expected to range between US$6 and...

Christmas Offers by Dubai and Abu Dhabi Hotels

With nine days left to Christmas, people who celebrate are already on the look out for special festive offers from hotels and restaurants. Here...

Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange to List Private Firms

The Abu Dhabi stock exchange is looking to list some of the emirate’s large private companies to help boost liquidity on the bourse and...

Abu Dhabi and Dubai top “Cities of the Future” list for...

Abu Dhabi and Dubai have headed the Arab Region's "Cities of the Future " list for 2012/2013. Financial Times Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Research Unit,...

Record Month for Abu Dhabi’s Hospitality Sector

April was a record month for Abu Dhabi’s hotels. The emirate, which has over 140 hotels, registered a growth in its hospitality sector. That...

Emirates College for Advanced Education showcased Spirit of the Union

Emirates College for Advanced Education organized a range of activities at the College campus followed by a celebration ceremony held on Wednesday, November 30 at the Police Officers Club in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince inaugurates 5th World Future Energy Summit

His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi inaugurated World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi.

UAE’s First Female National Chef at Gourmet Abu Dhabi

Gourmet Abu Dhabi showcases the talent of international master chefs Meet Khulood Atiq during the Gourmet Abu Dhabi Awards Gala Dinner The United Emirates Arab’s first female...

UAE, Japan to collaborate in clean technology and renewable energy fields

Minister of Foreign Affairs met with Masdar officials to discuss ways the two nations can continue to grow their cooperation in the advancement, development and dissemination of renewable energy and clean technologies.

UAE Real Estate Market May Be “overheating,” Central Bank Says

UAE real estate market may be “overheating” and rental yields in Dubai and Abu Dhabi indicate “growing imbalances,” according to the central bank. According to...