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This year’s back-to-back Challenge Tour events in the UAE have delivered a total economic impact of $1.44 million for Abu Dhabi, which has only been made possible by the support of Official Sponsors of the two events, including Arena, Al Laith Group and Phoenix Capital. With support from co-promoter the Emirates Golf Federation, Abu Dhabi Sports Council, Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, and Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, their sponsorship has been crucial in staging these two highly successful Challenge Tour tournaments for the second successive year. These competitions on the global 2024 Road to Mallorca schedule, which features…

Contemporary Indian Tapas, Cocktails, and Shisha Lounge Indi 16 Now Open at Citymax Business Bay Dubai, United Arab Emirates Indi 16, the city’s premier Tapas Bar and Shisha Lounge experience is now open at Citymax Business Bay. Presenting a contemporary twist on traditional Indian cuisine, artfully crafted cocktails, and a serene shisha lounge, all in one breathtaking venue, Indi 16 promises a culinary journey where each bite is expertly paired with a refreshing sip, fostering intimate conversations and unforgettable memories. With its modern ambiance that effortlessly transitions between energetic and serene, Indi 16 harmonizes the dynamic flavours of India with…

XDefiant is a thrilling first-person competitive shooter that provides plenty of strategy and deadly shootouts. While you’re out there on the battlefield, your teammates will (hopefully) be giving it their all just like you. As such, there’s no better way to show your support than to give them a big high five for everything they’ve done. Whether you’re after the “High-Fivist” trophy/achievement for giving 20 high fives, or you’re just looking to give your teammates some positive reinforcement, here’s how to give high fives in XDefiant. How to high five in XDefiant So, we’ve covered how giving a high five…

UAE health authorities have stamped out a total of 409 sites where dengue-causing mosquitoes were found, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Concerns over dengue fever had emerged after the heaviest rain on record flooded several UAE neighbourhoods, creating ponds of stagnant water that could easily become mosquito breeding sites. Dengue fever is a viral infection that is transmitted by Aedes aegypti mosquitoes. Several measures have been taken to fight dengue fever in the UAE, said Abdul Rahman bin Mohamed Al Owais, Minister of Health and Prevention, as the matter was taken up in a Federal National Council (FNC)…

Saudi Arabia and Qatar praised the decision by Ireland, Norway and Spain on Wednesday to recognise a Palestinian state and called on other countries to do the same. The foreign ministry “expresses the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s welcome of the positive decision taken by the Kingdom of Norway, the Kingdom of Spain and the Republic of Ireland to recognise the sisterly State of Palestine,” according to a statement posted on X. “The kingdom appreciates this decision issued by friendly countries, which affirms the international consensus on the inherent right of the Palestinian people to self-determination, and calls on the rest…

Companies doing businesses in free zones in the UAE need to meet certain criteria to be eligible for zero per cent corporate income tax on their activities and become a qualifying free zone person (QFZP), according to the latest guide issued by the Federal Tax Authority (FTA). Among the conditions include “possession of audited financial statements, having substance, and earning income from qualifying activities”, said Thomas Vanhee, partner at Aurifer Middle East Tax Consultancy, adding that It is important to know that save for the cases of permanent establishments, the regime is largely an all-in or all-out regime. Outlining the…

Adam Wingard, the director behind Legendary’s latest MonsterVerse blockbuster, Godzilla x Kong, will not return for the sequel. Wingard, who directed and co-wrote the film, has decided to step away from the franchise, citing timing issues and his eagerness to pursue other creative ventures, as confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter. According to the report, the decision to part ways with Wingard was amicable, with insiders indicating that the door remains open for a potential return in the future. Wingard, fresh off the success of Godzilla x Kong, expressed his desire to explore new storytelling avenues during the press tour, unveiling…

Figures reflect Department of Statistics and Community Development (DSCD)’s  preliminary estimates for the period (2017-2023). In 2023, the ‘wholesale and retail trade’ sector led the emirate’s GDP, accounting for a 24% share. ‘Manufacturing’ was the second highest contributor to the GDP with 16.7%. The ‘agriculture, forestry, and fishing’ sector recorded the highest growth rate, reaching 19.1%. The ‘accommodation and food services,’ ‘financial and insurance,’ and ‘electricity, gas, water supply, and waste management’ sectors ranked second, third, and fourth, respectively, in terms of growth rates for 2023. Figures demonstrate the emirate’s focus on enhancing competitiveness, improving the investment climate, and diversifying…

Netflix had an eventful May, with star-studded shows like A Man in Full with Jeff Daniels and Eric with Benedict Cumberbatch dominating its new release slate. And the continued success of the April release Baby Reindeer helped make the streamer retain its status as the most-talked-about Hollywood player on the internet. June is going to be a bit quieter than that month, but no less interesting. While Netflix‘s June programming slate sports returning shows like That ’90s Show and yet another season of The Mole, there are also under-the-radar series like the British import Supacell debuting or underrated ones like Sweet…

High-net-worth individuals from around the world are expected to invest more than Dh16 billion ($4.4 billion) in Dubai’s property market in 2024, as the emirate emerges as the most preferred destination for investors. According to global real estate consultancy Knight Frank, HNWI’s investment appetite draws them to Abu Dhabi and Sharjah after Dubai. Dubai property market has been on the radar of high-net-worth individuals or millionaires’ radar in the post-pandemic period due to very high returns amidst low prices, world-class infrastructure, safety and security and the growing overall economy of the country. The emirate’s property market has surpassed the previous…