India, GCC energy ties to deepen after Modi’s victory
Abu Dhabi: Analysts see further strengthening of energy ties between India and the UAE as well as with other Gulf countries following the re-election of Narendra Modi as the Prime…
Ask the law: Are you allowed to take maternity leave during probation in the UAE and is it paid?
Question###I’m only five months into my six month probation in my new job and it is mentioned in my contract that I’m only entitled to maternity leave after one year…
Ramadan treats: 6 unique iftars to try in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammad Center for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) - a cultural treat######Located in the Al Fahidi historic neighborhood the Iftar at Sheikh Mohammad Center for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) is more than…
Oman working to ease US-Iran tension
Dubai: Oman’s Foreign Ministry said it was working to “ease the tensions” between Iran and the US.###The ministry in a series of tweets on Friday morning attributed the comments to…
6 of the most laid-back and different suhoors to try in Dubai
I love something a little less traditional. Especially when it comes to suhoor.###Gia######Promising a selection of dynamic and flavorful Italian dishes. On the unique suhoor menu you’ll find a Antipasti…
People walk over those who are too nice
Social media users thought that being too nice can lead to people taking advantage of others at work. They shared their own experiences at their workplaces.###Twitter###@emmajaynefrost1: If you’re too nice,…
A capsule look of the 10 teams contesting at the 2019 Cricket World Cup
London: All teams will play each other in a full-round format with the top four advancing to the semifinals.###AUSTRALIA###■ Best World Cup performance: Champions (1987, '99, 2003, '07, '15).■ Last…
Hassan harbours hopes of representing UAE at cricket
Dubai: They are a family of six — father, mother, two brothers and two sisters. The dad recently lost his job as a driver at the local supermarket in Deira,…
Century Financial CEO Bal Krishen: He mopped floors in Dubai once, now runs a trading floor
DUBAI: With love, hope and perseverance, the possibilities are limitless. Who would know this better than Bal Krishen.###As CEO of Century Financial, the enterprising Indian expat now runs the trading…
UAE continues to uphold Zayed’s legacy
Abu Dhabi: The legacy of the UAE’s founding father Shaikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan will be fondly remembered on Friday, his 15th death anniversary.###The 19th day of Ramadan is…