Dubai to soon get 5 new parks for emirate’s residents
DUBAI: The first of five new parks to open for residents of the emirate of Dubai will be in Al Warqa 3. Dubai Municipality will open the park part of the 37th UAE Plantation Week […]
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Saudi woman first to swim Dubai Creek, Water Canal
DUBAI: Dr. Mariam Saleh Binladen, a Saudi woman, dentist and humanitarian, set a new record that added to her tally of world records, while crossing the Dubai Creek and the Dubai Water Canal, swimming a […]
UAE world’s fastest growing market for theme parks
DUBAI: The theme parks in the UAE are dialling up the “smart” visitor experience to ensure the country remains one of the world’s fastest growing markets, industry experts announced, ahead of the of the Dubai […]
Two records in one day for 7th Pink Caravan Ride
SHARJAH: Much excitement and anticipation surrounded Day 3 of the 7th annual Pink Caravan Ride, as the riders climbed onto their thoroughbreds and set off on a path the Pink Caravan had never trodden before. […]
Weather Alert: Strong winds, blowing sand in UAE today
ABU DHABI: How is the weather going to be this Saturday? Though temperatures are going to rise – but still be pleasant 24-30°C – the UAE is expected to see some strong winds causing blowing […]
UAE-India to create Dh1bn investment consortium
DUBAI: The UAE and India announced the formation of the Business Leaders Forum (BLF) to boost bilateral trade between the two countries. The forum will work towards strengthening the ties between both countries and enhance […]
Outdoors in Hatta: New way to study for Dubai students
DUBAI: More than 280 students from private schools in Dubai have participated in the first Treasures of Hatta education activity, which connected students with different aspects of community living in the area as part of […]
This place is a must for diehard [?] 007 Bond fans
DUBAI: If you’re a diehard 007 Bond fan, then the Casino Royale Room is probably where you could be headed if you’ve got nothing to do this weekend in Dubai. The Casino Royale room showcases all […]
No plan to merge with other UAE banks: UNB CEO
ABU DHABI: The Union National Bank (UNB) has no intention of merging with any other bank, its chief executive officer (CEO) has affirmed. ”There are no formal procedures or any intention to merge UNB with […]
Temporary outage of Mawaqif electronic services
ABU DHABI: The Integrated Transport Centre, ITC, at the Abu Dhabi Department of Municipal Affairs and Transport has announced that Mawaqif’s electronic services will be temporarily unavailable starting from Thursday 10pm until Sunday at 8am. […]