It will be cheaper to drive next month, with petrol prices in the UAE due to drop by more than 8%. Special 95 will be priced at AED 1.79, while Super 98 will cost AED 1.90 in October. Meanwhile, diesel will cost AED 1.89 . A new pricing policy linked to global prices determines cost each month.
Abu Dhabi unveils major AI training programme for government and public
The Abu Dhabi Government has launched an AI training programme for every government employee as well as the wider public, built with OpenAI, Microsoft and Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI).
IMF reaches staff deal with Pakistan, potentially unlocking $1.2 billion
The International Monetary Fund has reached a staff-level agreement with Pakistan on reviews of some of its lending programs, potentially unlocking about $1.21 billion in financing pending board approval, the fund said on Wednesday.
African Union launches continent's first credit rating agency
The African Union launched the continent's first credit rating agency on Wednesday, seeking to provide an alternative to the "big three" global ratings agencies as debt burdens weigh on many African economies.
e& reverts to Etisalat to pay homage to 50 years in business
The UAE telecommunications group e& has reverted its name to Etisalat in an effort to return to its "roots" following its 50th anniversary.
Dubai Retail to open new mall on Al Khail Road in 2027
Dubai Retail, under Dubai Holding Asset Management, has unveiled Skylight Mall, a shopping destination set to open on Al Khail Road in 2027.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed all mosques across the country to perform rain prayers on Friday, October 9.
More than 44 areas across Dubai have been approved for shared housing under new regulations aimed at reducing overcrowding and enhancing public health and safety standards.
Dubai is rolling out a new visual identity and enhanced addressing system, introducing colour-coded area identities, updated street signs and house number plates.
