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Real estate sales transactions in Dubai recorded a more than 27 per cent surge in February, or an increase to 11,900 deals from 9,371 posted in February 2023, underscoring the sustained market buoyancy this year. “Further leveraging the positive trends from 2023, the value of transactions experienced a remarkable upswing, reaching almost Dh36.6 billion and marking an increase of 35 per cent compared to the same month in 2023, highlighting the strength and dynamism of the real estate market,” Property Finder, a leading property portal in the Mena region, said. The portal’s research found that two-bedroom apartments emerged as the…

Unseeded Katie Boulter of England capped a run of upsets to win the San Diego Open singles title with a 5-7, 6-2, 6-2 victory over sixth-seeded Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine on Sunday A 10-year tour veteran, the 27-year-old Boulter won her second pro singles title with her fifth straight victory over higher-seeded players in the week-long WTA 500 event. “I can’t stop smiling,” Boulter said. “I’ve been wanting this my whole career and now I’ve got to move my goalposts and keep it going.” As darkness fell early in the match — twice delayed by intermittent showers — both players…

Key Reflections from the 2nd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference Abu Dhabi, UAE: The 2nd Annual Financial Restructuring MENA Conference concluded with insights and strategic discussions devoted to navigating systemic challenges and discussed future trends that will shape MENA’s corporate restructuring landscape. On the second day, engaging presentations and lively panel discussions created a dynamic environment for knowledge exchange with invaluable insights shared by prominent stakeholders from MENA and international markets. The conference began with a presentation by H.E. Omer Saif Ghobash, Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs who provided an overview of the strengths and weaknesses in the…

One of the best gaming laptop deals for those keeping costs down is over at Dell. Today, you can buy the Dell G15 gaming laptop for $800 so you save $250 off the regular price of $1,050. Sure to be popular for students keen to game in their dorm along with anyone else who wants a more budget-friendly gaming laptop, let’s take a look at what it has to offer. Don’t count on the deal sticking around for too long. Why you should buy the Dell G15 gaming laptop The Dell G15 gaming laptop might not be one of the…

The UAE announced reduced work hours for private sector employees during the holy month of Ramadan. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) stated that the number of work hours would be reduced by two during the Islamic holy month. Companies have the option to implement flexible or remote work schedules within the limits of daily working hours specified during the holy month, and in accordance with the nature of their work. Private sector employees in the Emirates typically work eight to nine hours a day, and during Ramadan, this will be reduced by two hours daily. Any additional…

The Indian government has allowed the export of 50,000-tonne onions to Bangladesh and 14,400-tonne onions to UAE, at a time when the staple vegetable’s outward shipments have been kept under restrictions. For exports to the UAE, a ceiling of 3,600 tonnes is kept every quarter, the official notification from the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) read. As per the notification, modalities for the export of onion to Bangladesh shall be worked by National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL), in consultation with the Department of Consumer Affairs. India had in early December 2023 prohibited the export of onions till March 2024.…

Have you sometimes wondered where some commonly-used English idioms came from? I have, and many of them emerge from delightful stories. One of my favourites is “turning a blind eye” to something, which means pretending not to notice it. This goes back to 1801, when the famed British Admiral Horatio Nelson, who had lost one eye, one arm and one leg in battle (which in turn led to many Britons referring to the number 111 as a “Nelson”), led a naval attack on the French under the overall command of Admiral Sir Hyde Parker in the Battle of Copenhagen. In…

Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Awards’ Registration Opens, Offering Up to $21,000 to Celebrate Creative Talents Winners will be announced during the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival Sharjah, March 4, 2024 The Sharjah Children’s Book Illustration Award, organised by the Sharjah Book Authority, has commenced registration for its 12th edition. This highly sought-after award recognises and honours authors and creatives who have contributed significantly to children’s literature. The winners will be announced during the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF) in May. Submissions can be made at https://scrf.ae until March 15. The total prize pool of the award amounts to US 21,000. The…

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For nearly four years, a man has been jailed over a debt of Dh1,100, another for Dh5,300, and yet another for around Dh15,000, dating back to 2019. However, there is a glimmer of hope for these men languishing in UAE prisons. In a heartfelt pre-Ramadan gesture, Dubai-based Indian businessman and philanthropist Firoz Merchant, founder of Pure Gold Jewellers, has pledged Dh1.5 million to secure their release, along with 900 other prisoners. In an interview to Khaleej Times, Merchant said, “Many generously contribute to education or healthcare causes, yet few spare a thought for those trapped behind bars. These individuals aren’t…