genuine question for people investing in the UAE

a lot of apps advertise regional investing, but from what i’ve seen, that usually means UAE + US stocks.

what if you want to buy actual shares listed in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, or Oman?

i was looking into Al Ramz’s market coverage for work and noticed they offer access to those markets alongside the UAE. Qatar and Kuwait aren’t on their published list, though BHM seems to cover those too.

got me wondering how many people here actually invest across multiple GCC markets.

if you’re already buying ADX or DFM stocks, would having access to Saudi, Bahrain, or Oman in the same account make a difference to you?

or is Saudi pretty much the only other GCC market worth looking at for most UAE investors?

curious to hear what exchanges people here actually invest in outside the UAE.

A few of us are getting together for lectures on fascinating subjects, from neuroscience and psychology to economics and history, hosted in cafés and bars around Dubai.

PM me if you’d like to join us!

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People who own electric scooters, what goes into maintaining them?

Chatgpt gave me a highly complex maintenance routine for it. Lol

Hi all, I'm staying in Karama for a bit and looking for a reliable salon nearby for eyebrow threading. Ideally somewhere clean with someone who's actually skilled at shaping, not just quick and done.
I'd also like a place that does other basics like upper lip, waxing, and maybe a facial or mani-pedi, so I can stick with one spot.
Anywhere in Karama, Bur Dubai, Oud Metha, or nearby works.

European nationality

Just looking for a place to sleep

I’d love to hear about your favourite fine dining experiences, as well as any hidden gems you think are worth trying. Open to all recommendations. Thanks in advance!

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Hi everyone! 👋

I’m M26 looking to take a barista course in Dubai or any Emirates and would appreciate your recommendations. I can drive so my only focus is finding the best teaching.

I work in the finance stream. I have got free time so I want to learn a complete barista course. I have a plan to open a cafe in my native home downtown. My future plan to live a simple life running my own cafe. It's a dream ✨

So please give your suggestions and wish me the best. Haha.

Good afternoon everyone! I’m living in Meydan and looking for some sports groups to join. I’m open to run clubs as well, I used to play volleyball and would like to try pedal and tennis as well. Open to learning how to cycle too. If you are in that area and know some relevant groups please let me know!

Thank you!☺️

People living in Al Nahda, Dubai (far from the metro station) and commuting everyday to Dubai Internet City.

How do you commute?

Can someone suggest a few sheesha cafes which are inexpensive.

Hi everyone! I’m planning to travel from the UAE to my home country and I’m planning to take my cat with me. I’m really worried about an issue with his pet passport.
My vet made two mistakes:
color: He wrote “Orange” instead of “White,” then corrected it using white-out.
Breed: He initially wrote “Mix,” then changed it to “British Shorthair” using white-out again. My cat is actually a Persian/Angora mix with long hair.
My cat is microchipped, and his passport has a sticker with the microchip number.
I’m worried these corrections and the incorrect breed description might cause the UAE authorities to reject his veterinary health certificate or prevent him from traveling.
Has anyone experienced something similar? Can I get the passport corrected or reissued while keeping the same microchip number and vaccination records? Should I contact the ministry or the vet first?
Taking my cat with me is absolutely essential, and I’m terrified of being unable to travel with him. Any advice or firsthand experience would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

I checked Centrepoint, Max, etc and I really didn't like the collections there.

Any place where can I find good clothes for kids?

so guys short story because I need your advice

i rent one apartment for 1 year

the scams try to scam from the beginning

trying to overcharge me and make me pay extra for nothing

The scammers receive the 2 first cheques payments normal
but in the third cheque the scammers do something in the cheque and the bank don't accept it
And they sent me an email to transfer the money via bank account.

I went to the bank and they told me this is a scam.

I went to the police, and they told me to go to the rental dispute center

in the rental dispute center They gave me the wrong instructions.

I also asked from the scam to meet in person and return the cheque to me and transfer the money

the scam refuse to return the cheque and keep push me to transfer the money via bank

so now the scammer go to the RDC open case and again say lie to the RDC and overcharge me extra

I can prove that they lying and tried to deceive me.
because I have all the emails saved and the conversations

I have hired a lawyer for my case and im wating

but I don't know if there's any way to go to the RDC to explain the situation and take the necessary actions

or if anyone have a similar experience

or if there is anything else I can do

any advice is welcome

Shot on iPhone 15 Pro 📸🗂️

Hi everyone ! For early morning running, would you recommend Mushrif Park or Love Lake? Which has a proper running track, and is either open early in the early morning?

In need of some serious help

So I previously worked as a real estate agent for 10 years, started when i was still in uni, my days were full! Between uni and works Events, briefings, meetings, I was always talking to people that it would eventually drain my social battery on a daily basis, but I loved it!

2 years ago I started my own business in a different industry and social interaction dropped by like 90% as i mostly work from home.

That gradually became an issue, though im absolutely grateful im technically out of the rat race, forgot what rush hours are and being a part of the employed society.

Problem is now, I feel I've become socially awkward, I have like 2 friends, can't seem to make any new ones, been single for a year now and meeting someone new feels like mission impossible.

I tried going to networking events, realised I don't like the crowds in these things, I find it difficult to approach strangers. I'm home, either working or destroying myself if im not going to the gym, there's a lot of doom scrolling, Im tired of TV & gaming.

Looking for a cheap or used copy of *East of Eden*. Any bookstores or book thrift shops in Dubai you'd recommend? Also happy to buy if anyone's selling theirs!

Hey everyone, I wanted to share a frustrating experience I had taking a taxi from **Dubai Mall to Al Rigga (Al Ghurair Mall)** to warn both tourists and residents. Something shady is definitely going on here.
Here is exactly what happened:

**1st Lexus Taxi:** Asked for 70 AED flat bill before starting. (I declined).

**2nd Lexus Taxi:** Driver approached me and said he had a meter, so I trusted him.
**Me:** How much going to Al Rigga (Al Ghurair Mall)?
**Driver:** This is same taxi, have meter, no worries!
**Me:** Ok, fine.
(We reached Al Rigga / Al Ghurair Mall, and he showed me the phone screen.) 
**Me:** How much?
**Driver:** 129 AED!
**Me:** WHATTTT?! Seriously?
**Driver:** Yes, this is luxury and Lexus, why you shocked?
**Me:** Bro, are you OK?
**Driver:** Yes, why you complaining? You not know Lexus car?
**Me:** I know, but one guy with the same Lexus car asked me for 70 AED. What is your good name?
**Driver:** *What your asking? You have problem to me?! (Starts yelling at me)*
**Me:** Bro, calm down! I’m just asking because I have a good friend from RTA so I can ask about this!
**Driver:** *(Instantly changes tone)* Ok, I give you only 100 AED, ok?
**Me:** Ok fine... *(I didn't have a choice at that point)* 
*(He takes out his personal phone and opens the ZINA app instead of using the car terminal)* 
**Me:** Why are you not using the card machine?
**Driver:** No, no, because finish battery!
**Me:** Ok, please show me the bill, I want to take a photo.
**Driver:** Why?
**Me:** I need to reimburse only to my company! *(Tried to hide the phone, but I took the photo anyway)* 
*(I paid via Tap-to-Pay on his phone and left)* 

**My Questions:**

1. Is it legal for a taxi/limo driver to use a personal phone app like **ZINA** to tap card payments instead of using the official RTA card terminal? 
   
2. Looking closely at the picture I snapped, his app shows **"Edit fare"** and a **1.48x surge pricing** manually applied on a private device! 

Initially, he asked for cash payment, but I told him I only had a card. If this is illegal, please be aware of guys like this. I really hope RTA catches drivers who pull this stunt.
It might not seem like a massive amount of money, but imagine if a tourist who trusts the system falls for this every day. If he gets 8 customers a day doing this, imagine how much extra money he is pocketing per month!

Let's all stand up for what's fair and honest in life.

**Has anyone else encountered this issue in Dubai recently?**

Hey everyone!

I’m in Karama and looking for a reliable, reasonably priced tailor to stitch a full gown. I already have the fabric, but I’m not sure who to trust with it.

If you’ve personally had a good experience, please share the tailor’s details and roughly how much you paid. I’m not sure what a fair price is, so any estimates would help me avoid overpaying. Thank you!

in my uae tourist visa my profession area is mentioned as business but im just a college student does it create any problems

Looking for the best authentic Saudi kabsa, where do you go?

Looking for Monthly Parking in JLT 🚗

Hi everyone! My friend is looking for a parking spot for rent on a monthly basis in any of these JLT clusters:

* Cluster A

* Cluster N

* Cluster M

* Cluster D

* Cluster B

Looking to rent directly from the owner, **no agents or brokers, please.**

If anyone has a parking spot available, please DM me with the location and monthly price.

Thanks!

Can anyone recommend someone who can make a customised Saudi-style niqab for me? I want a specific design, including a soft band and a reversible, two-colour style. I’m looking for someone who can make it exactly to my requirements.

Please share any recommendations. Thank you!