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Palm Jumeirah villa sold for Dh280m

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A new 10-bedroom custom-built villa on the Palm Jumeirah has been sold for a record Dh280 million in Dubai, the emirate where records are broken almost every other day.

The stylish contemporary white villa features an enormous 33,000sq ft, state-of-the-art living space, seven-star spa hotel facilities (including a gym and a hair salon), and imported and handpicked book-matched Italian marble. The property is furnished by uber-lux Italian furniture houses Giorgetti and Minotti and boasts more than 70 metres of private beachfront.

While the details of the exact date of the deal being sealed in ink are unknown yet, the development comes in the first week since the first quarter of 2022 closed on a very strong note.

According to a Kingsley Properties report, quoting Dubai Land Department figures, property sales hit the 22.55 billion mark in transaction volume for the month of March 2022, almost two years since the start to the Covid19 pandemic.

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Among a total of 172 localities that witnessed buying in off-plan and completed properties last month, Palm Jumeirah led the pile with the most concentrated interest among buyers.

Real estate platform propertymonitor.com verified that the sale of this Palm Jumeirah villa sets a new record for the highest value residential villa sale in Dubai.

“To see a transaction of this magnitude illustrates the ongoing strength of Dubai’s property market, particularly in the ultra-high-end segment. The transaction not only beats Dubai’s previous record but closes the gap between Dubai’s luxury market and those of leading global cities such as London, New York, and Hong Kong,” said Zhann Jochinke, chief operating officer of Property Monitor.

Visa reforms, rising population, market situations worldwide and changing geopolitics leading the world’s rich and famous to head to Dubai are some of the reasons cited by the Kingsley report as reasons for the upward trajectory in Dubai’s real estate.

The luxury property market in the emirate had also witnessed steady growth in 2021 with prices increasing an estimated 21 per cent within the first 10 months of the year and over Dh135 billion worth of transactions occurring between January and November 2021.

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Palm Jumeirah has always been at the forefront among upscale communities in Dubai, with one triplex penthouse selling for Dh180 million in 2021.

According to a Berkshire Hathway survey of property professionals in the region last month, nearly 80 percent are confident that the trend will continue to grow for the rest of the year.

The Dh280m villa deal only goes on to confirm that.

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UAE fuel prices announced for February

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The UAE fuel price committee on Friday announced petrol and diesel prices for the month of February 2025.

Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.74, compared to Dh2.61 a litre in January, while Special 95 will cost Dh2.63 a litre, compared to Dh2.50 a litre the previous month.

E-Plus category petrol will be available for Dh2.55 a litre, compared to Dh2.43 a litre in January, while diesel will now cost Dh2.82 a litre, compared to Dh2.68 a litre the previous month.

Fuel prices in the UAE are closely tied to movements in the global oil market, which has experienced significant fluctuations since last year. Geopolitical uncertainties, shifting supply dynamics and concern about slowing economic growth have all contributed to the volatility in oil prices.

The UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, aligning them with market fluctuations.

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UAE-made MBZ SAT set to launch into space from California tonight

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The UAE’s most advanced Earth-imaging satellite, MBZ-SAT, will launch on Tuesday, January 14, at 10:49 PM UAE time from Vandenberg Air Force Base in California, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has announced.

This marks the second satellite entirely developed by Emirati engineers. MBZ-SAT, weighing 700 kg, will launch alongside the student-built CubeSat, HCT-SAT 1, as part of SpaceX’s rideshare program. Originally planned for October 2024, the launch was delayed due to technical issues with SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket. A livestream of the event will be available from 9:30 PM UAE time at live.mbrsc.ae.

The SpaceX rideshare program, introduced in 2019, has enabled the deployment of over 200 satellites, offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional launches.

MBZ-SAT, named after President Sheikh Mohamed, will revolutionize Earth observation with enhanced imaging capabilities, producing ten times more images than current satellites. Meanwhile, HCT-SAT 1 underscores the UAE’s commitment to fostering future space experts.

Salem Humaid Al Marri, Director-General of MBRSC, stated, “We have a team of seven members on-site in the US and another at Mission Control in Dubai, working around the clock to ensure a successful launch.”

The UAE currently operates 10 satellites, with eight more under development. MBZ-SAT underwent rigorous testing in the UAE before being transported to South Korea for environmental assessments. Afterward, it was shipped to SpaceX in the US for final testing.

Marri described the simultaneous launch of these two distinct satellites as a moment of national pride. He emphasized the significance of combining advanced space technology with initiatives like the HCT-SAT program, which involved 50 students from across the UAE. This dual effort, he said, highlights the country’s dedication to building a robust space industry while nurturing local talent.

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Ring in the New Year on Dubai’s waters: Abra, Taxi & Ferry with Atlantis views

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As Dubai residents and tourists gear up to celebrate New Year, they can ring in 2025 with celebrations in the waters of the emirate.

The Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai has announced special offers and exclusive services during the New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2024, on marine transport means including the Dubai Ferry, the Abra, and the Water Taxi.

Passengers can enjoy views of the Burj Khalifa, Bluewaters, Atlantis, Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Towers. Residents can cruise into 2025 aboard the Dubai Ferry, Water Taxi, and Abra, with the backdrop of the Dubai coastline, adorned with hotels, heritage areas and landmarks such as The World Islands.

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