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Emirates shifts focus to Airbus A350 as Boeing delays disrupt expansion. — Cum Okolo / Alamy Stock Photo
Salik drives revenue growth with rising traffic and new toll gates in Dubai. — FILE
MAIR Group’s ADX listing reflects Gulf retail growth and economic reform. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES
UAE launches landmark AED 100m lottery. — Alamy Stock Photo
Aseefa Bhutto-Zardari inspires action on women’s leadership and public health advocacy. — FILE/THE THURSDAY TIMES

Talabat boosts IPO to $2bn amid investor surge

Talabat’s Dubai IPO has been upsized to $2 billion due to strong global and regional demand. Shares are set to trade on December 10, marking a pivotal listing for the Dubai Financial Market.

Talabat's IPO signals Dubai’s retail tech boom. — Gabriel BOUYS / AFP

3 suspects held as UAE probes Moldovan expat murder case

Three suspects arrested in the UAE following the murder of Moldovan citizen Zvi Kogan, whose body was discovered during a swift investigation; UAE authorities have reaffirmed their commitment to public safety.

Zvi Kogan. — REUTERS
Dubai Run 2024 transformed Sheikh Zayed Road into a record-breaking celebration of fitness and community spirit. — SHEIKH HAMDAN
Eid Al-Etihad unites the UAE, symbolising resilience, growth, and unity through national pride. — SAM BLOXHAM/LAT IMAGES

Dubai’s airports gear up for Christmas surge

Dubai Airports braces for holiday traffic surge, leveraging data and coordination to manage high volumes. Future forecasts show steady growth for the global travel hub.

Dubai Airports expects record holiday traffic. — Alamy Stock Photo