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Demand Shifts to Sharjah and Ajman Residents in Dubai seeking to save on rent often consider relocating to nearby emirates like Sharjah and Ajman. Recently, however, rental prices in these areas have surged by about 20% compared to the last quarter of 2023, driven by increased demand. Rising Rental Rates Raif Hassan Ikkeri, founder of […]

Dubai Mall is solidifying its status as the “most visited place on Earth,” welcoming 57 million visitors in the first half of this year, up from 52 million during the same period in 2023. Last year, it achieved a record-breaking attendance of 105 million visitors, marking a 19% increase from the previous year. During the

Recently, undercover Dubai police caught a gang of four guys who were targeting people at Dubai Mall to steal their stuff. We had to send officers out there because we were seeing more pickpocketing, especially in busy spots like the mall. These guys, aged 23 to 54, got busted on March 6, 2024. They had

During a recent media briefing, the UAE introduced Federal Decree-Law No. 36 of 2023, focusing on enhancing fair competition and safeguarding consumer interests. The law prohibits companies from using monopolistic tactics, such as driving competitors out with excessively low prices. It defines competition as economic activities based on market mechanisms that promote trade, development, and

Dubai Municipality has launched a crackdown on neglected vehicles at nine registration and testing centres across the Emirate. Owners who fail to reclaim their vehicles promptly face confiscation, according to recent announcements. The campaign, targeting locations such as Warsan, Qusais, and Al Barsha, aims to clear parking lots of abandoned vehicles. Authorities have issued 68

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) has revolutionized the cancellation process for worker permits in the UAE, cutting down processing time from 3 minutes to just 45 seconds. This upgrade, part of the second phase of the Work Bundle platform, eliminates the need for any documents and integrates all cancellation types into one

Dubai’s ambitious plans to expand its metro system promise to revolutionize transportation and enhance urban living. By 2030, the city aims to increase the number of metro stations from 64 to 96, covering 140km, with further expansions to 140 stations spanning 228km by 2040. These initiatives are set to redefine accessibility and convenience for residents

Cooling Support Amidst Rising Temperatures Each summer, UAE mandates a midday break for construction and industrial workers to combat intense heat. Despite this measure, additional support is crucial due to increasing temperatures. ‘Al Freej Fridge’ Initiative: A Cool Respite Dubai launches the ‘Al Freej Fridge’ campaign to distribute cold water, juices, and ice cream to

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (Mohre) has declared July 7 as a paid holiday for private sector employees in the UAE, in celebration of Hijri New Year. Falling on a Sunday, this date marks the beginning of the new Hijri year 1446 AH on the Islamic calendar. Similarly, Oman has also announced a

The second phase of a groundbreaking project is now underway to transform Dubai’s traffic systems and roads into the smartest in the world. Dubai is committed to excellence, aiming for 100% coverage of its main roads with smart technology as part of the Intelligent Traffic Systems project. This initiative will ensure a smoother ride for