Author: Arabian Media staff

Want to get smarter about money but don’t know where to begin? You’re not alone. Whether you’re curious about budgeting, investing, credit, or big-picture financial trends, there’s good news: you don’t need a degree or even a lot of money to start learning. Thanks to the internet, public libraries, podcasts, and financial professionals, the tools to build your money knowledge are more accessible than ever. This guide will walk you through how to get started, where to find trustworthy information, and how to level up your learning as your goals grow. Key Takeaways There are countless free and low-cost resources…

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Image credit: Dubai Media Office/Website The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in partnership with telecom provider e&, has completed the installation of free Wi-Fi on all 259 of its intercity buses, enhancing connectivity for thousands of daily commuters. Read-Dubai’s RTA bus stations: What does their upgrade look like? The initiative covers routes linking Dubai with other emirates, including Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, and Fujairah. Passengers can now access complimentary Wi-Fi throughout their journeys using smartphones, tablets, or laptops. Image credit: Dubai Media Office/Website Officials say the move is aimed at improving the commuting experience and giving passengers the flexibility to…

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If you are working a minimum wage job, the amount you get paid can vary from state to state. While the federal rate is $7.25 per hour, some cities are offering more than $20 an hour. Here is a list of those spots, along with areas where minimum wage amounts have recently increased. Key Takeaways Certain areas of California and Washington offer a minimum wage of over $20 an hour.Minimum wages increased on July 1, 2025 across several U.S. states and cities.These increases vary by location and industry, with higher wages often limited to specific sectors like hospitality or healthcare.Although…

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Image credit: WAM/Website Antonoaldo Neves, Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, has unveiled ambitious plans for the airline’s growth in 2025, targeting approximately 21.5 million passengers by the end of the year, more than double the number recorded in 2022. Read-Flying Etihad? Know about these latest developments Speaking with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Neves outlined how this growth will be supported by a significant fleet expansion. The airline expects to receive 18 new aircraft by the end of the year, with two already added to the fleet and 16 more scheduled for delivery in the coming months. Having transported…

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Image: Pexels The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE), in partnership with the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), has shut down 77 social media accounts during the first half of 2025 for legal violations. The action followed investigations by MoHRE, which revealed that these accounts were operating without official licences and engaging in the unauthorised recruitment of domestic workers—an explicit breach of regulations. MoHRE has reiterated its call for employers, Emirati nationals, and resident families to deal only with licensed and approved domestic worker recruitment agencies when hiring. The Ministry warned against engaging with unofficial social media…

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Image: Getty Images The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has launched the “National AI Index,” a strategic initiative designed to assess and enhance government entities’ readiness to adopt artificial intelligence technologies. More than 180 representatives from participating government bodies took part in the first assessment cycle. The index aims to evaluate institutional preparedness, monitor progress on an ongoing basis, and offer tailored recommendations to accelerate AI development efforts and generate national-level impact. It is designed to align government actions with Saudi Arabia’s strategic priorities in AI and support the realisation of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030. Structured around three…

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