Direct flights from Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha to the United States – graphic

Here are the direct US flights emanating from the UAE and Qatar, operated by Emirates, Etihad Airway and Qatar Airways, and to which destinations.

March 22, 2017
UAE petrol prices to rise in March – graphic

Petrol and diesel prices will rise in March. The increases, though small, mean that Super 98 and diesel now cost more than Dh2 a litre.

February 27, 2017
The top 20 tallest buildings completed in 2016 – graphic

For the first time in a decade, the wider Middle East region failed to deliver a 'super-tall' tower of more than 300 metres in height. Find out the top 20 tallest buildings completed in 2016.

January 11, 2017
Road closures for Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge this weekend - graphic
Road closures for Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge this weekend - graphic

Road closures for the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge on Friday have been announced by organisers.

December 15, 2016
Breakdown of Middle East end-of-service benefits – graphic

About 50 per cent of companies in the region enhance the mandatory end-of-service benefits they offer employees, and commonly use some form of supplementary savings or pension plan for this enhancement, according to Willis Tower Watson.

December 05, 2016
Brent crude oil prices – graph

Take a look at the factors which contributed to the rise and fall of Brent crude prices through a two-year period.

December 01, 2016
How Abu Dhabi has developed, 50 years since its government was formed - graphic
How Abu Dhabi has developed, 50 years since its government was formed - graphic

As the Abu Dhabi Government celebrates the 50th anniversary of its formation, we look back on how far the capital has come.

October 24, 2016
Al Ain roads to be closed ahead of Abu Dhabi Tour — graphic
Al Ain roads to be closed ahead of Abu Dhabi Tour — graphic

Rolling road closures will occur between 1.40pm and 5.17pm for the third stage of the Abu Dhabi Tour on Saturday.

October 16, 2016
Rolling road closures in Abu Dhabi on Friday for cycling tour — graphic
Rolling road closures in Abu Dhabi on Friday for cycling tour — graphic

The roads will be closed between 1pm and 5.15pm for an hour at a time, starting by Emirates Palace, travelling along Khalifa Al Mubarak Street.

October 16, 2016
Road closures in Western Region on Thursday for Abu Dhabi Tour — graphic
Road closures in Western Region on Thursday for Abu Dhabi Tour — graphic

The motorway connecting Liwa to Madinat Zayed and some internal roads in the two cities will be closed between 12pm and 5.15pm as cyclists complete the first stage of the cycling tour.

October 16, 2016
How cash circulates in the US, Japan and Eurozone – graphic

The vast bulk of the world currency supply is in large-denomination notes that ordinary citizens seldom see or use, including the United States’ $100 bill, Japan’s ¥10,000 note (about US$99 at present), the euro zone’s €500 note (about $560).

September 25, 2016

Motorists in the UAE will pay more at the pumps in September, the Ministry of Energy has announced.

August 28, 2016
UAE fuel prices fall in August – graphic

The cost of petrol will decrease for the first time in five months in August amid a global oversupply of oil.

July 28, 2016
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UAE fuel prices up again in June – graphic

UAE motorists in June would have to pay 10 per cent more for diesel fuel after pricing details were released by the Ministry of Energy.

May 29, 2016
Arabtec: A decade-long story of highs and lows on the DFM – graphic

The construction company’s shares have blown hot and cold since first listing on the Dubai Financial Market in 2005. Take a look at the key dates in the journey.

March 06, 2016