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Residents in Dubai are increasingly becoming eligible for the Golden Visa residency program due to a rise in property prices. The Golden Visa, which offers 10-year residency in Dubai, has become a major attraction for overseas investors. Many townhouse buyers are now eligible for the visa as property prices have crossed the Dh2 million mark. […]

A Pablo Picasso masterpiece, “Femme à la montre,” is set to go up for auction with an estimated value of at least $120 million. The painting, created in 1932, is a portrait of Picasso’s mistress and muse, Marie-Thérèse Walter. It is being exhibited in Dubai before heading to Hong Kong and London. This viewing marks

The United Arab Emirates is considering the implementation of a visa system that would simplify travel for residents of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations, including Saudi Arabia. This proposed visa system would allow residents within the GCC to travel freely among the member countries, enhancing regional tourism and ease of movement. While GCC citizens can

Dubai is set to launch fully-automated self-driving taxis next month, marking a significant step in autonomous transportation. The rollout will begin with five driverless taxis covering an 8-kilometer stretch of Jumeirah Road. These taxis, operated by US-based self-driving technology company Cruise, a subsidiary of General Motors (GM), will not initially carry passengers, but select individuals

Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden, is set to reopen on Sunday, October 1, marking the start of its twelfth season. Covering 72,000 square meters, the garden boasts over 150 million flowers of more than 120 different varieties, as well as topiary displays and Guinness World Record-winning floral designs, including an Emirates

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has introduced an automated system for issuing permits for supplementary information signs. This digital transformation initiative allows individuals and entities to apply for these permits through the RTA’s website. The system is integrated with various other systems, streamlining the process and reducing paperwork. Supplementary information sign permits

Dubai Mall has officially inaugurated its Chinatown, offering visitors a vibrant experience of Chinese culture, traditions, and cuisine. The mall’s Chinatown includes a souvenir market with Chinese handicrafts and artifacts, while the food court offers a diverse menu of Chinese dishes prepared by trained chefs, including dumplings, duck roast, and Chinese pastries. The inauguration of

The launch of the iPhone 15 in Dubai’s Dubai Mall was marked by overcrowding, security measures, and even a fight among customers. Security guards had to erect barriers and corral customers into zones to manage the crowd. As the launch drew closer, customers began rushing to get in line, shoving each other and leading to

Dubai has unveiled plans to build a Dh55-million underwater floating mosque. This unique structure will feature three floors, with one level submerged underwater to serve as the praying area, accommodating about 50-75 worshippers. The mosque will also include ablution facilities and washrooms. While the exact location has not been disclosed, it will be close to

Dubai’s City Walk is planning a significant expansion that will see the opening of 65 new stores by the end of 2023. This expansion will increase City Walk’s occupancy rate to 98 percent, further establishing it as a dynamic mixed-use destination with over 250 stores.