Peruvian ceviche is the new sushi, according to Sanjay Dwivedi, the executive chef at Coya, which has venues in London, Miami, Dubai and, as of last week, at The Galleria in Abu Dhabi. Coya’s debut in the capital marks the latest in a long list of South American-inspired eateries to have popped up in the UAE in recent months – from Pollo Pollo and Lima to Inka. […]
ABU DHABI // Significantly hotter summers with more sandstorms, higher humidity and more rain that could trigger flash-flooding are among the potential effects of climate change on the UAE. UAE Climate Change Risks and Resilience, a report published on Monday by Emirates Wildlife Society-WWF, suggests there could be an increase up to 3°C in temperatures during summer months and a 10 per cent humidity increase by […]
27 March 2017 UAE – His Excellency (H.E.) Dr. Mohamed Salim Al Olama, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health & Prevention (MOHAP) recently met with H.E. Dr. Abdelqader Saleh, Ambassador of the Republic of Ethiopia to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), at the Ministry of Health and Prevention office in Abu Dhabi to discuss future cooperation across joint initiatives in the field of health. Also present during […]
The Corniche was teeming with crowds eager to celebrate and enjoy the activities at the first day of the Mother of the Nation Festival on Sunday. The festival has zones offering something for all ages. The two-level Pavilion zone overlooking the Corniche displays art. On the Corniche in Abu Dhabi, visitors flocked to pavilions and exhibitions to acknowledge the achievements of a national leader whose life story […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 27, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE. Want to see your event listed here? Email us with the details and contact information at [email protected] newslide Al Ain Equestrian show Catch […]
ABU DHABI // Monolith granite and limestone installations have been set up on the Abu Dhabi Corniche to mark the Year of Giving. The Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority opened the Mamsha Al Khair installations on Sunday, saying they reflect the UAE leadership’s commitment to fostering a culture of giving. Mamsha Al Khair has inscriptions from the late Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed, as well as the […]
Fresh from a mammoth, big budget UAE show, Guns n’ Roses have been named the top grossing live act in the world. According to stats compiled by Pollstar, the reformed rock legends bank an average of $5,004,737 (Dh18.3 million) per show, with the average ticket price set at $101.82 (Dh373). Regular tickets for the band’s controversy struck show at Dubai Autism Rocks Arena on March 3 – […]
26 March 2017 Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Dubai, a city where Arabic tradition meets urban lifestyle, has risen to become one of the most prominent holiday and business hub of the world. The city offers a distinctively unique experience for travelers and this year Rixos Hotels ushers in a special one with the opening of Rixos Premium Dubai on 15th May, 2017. Located at the heart […]
In an emergency situation, the first few minutes are crucial in saving a child’s life. In those few moments, when for example you’re driving the child to the hospital, you could do something yourself to help save their life. If a nanny is looking after a child and realises that the child is choking, she might take a minute to make a phone call to the child’s […]
26 March 2017 Sharjah, UAE – The sixth edition of the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF 2017) themed ‘Societal Participation…Comprehensive Development’, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohamed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, concluded yesterday (March 23) at Expo Centre Sharjah, with the issue of a set of recommendations aimed at activating community participation in the achievement of […]
ABU DHABI // UAE airlines on Saturday begun implementing the US ban on taking electronic devices aboard their airliners. The ban affected direct flights to the United States from Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports after an announcement last week by US authorities on a ban on all electronics larger than a standard smartphone on flights from eight countries in the Middle East in response to a terrorist […]
ABU DHABI // The mother of the three Emirati sisters who were attacked by a drug addict with a claw hammer in a London hotel three years ago has spoken for the first time about how the family’s lives were “destroyed overnight”. Speaking exclusively to The National, Kedhaya Al Mulla recalled the horror of finding out about the incident in which her daughters almost died and which […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 25, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE. Want to see your event listed here? Email us with the details and contact information at [email protected] newslide Abu Dhabi Cultural festival Mother […]
Apartment rental rates in Dubai saw minor increases in February, while there was significant fluctuation in Abu Dhabi rents, according to a new report. Real estate website Bayut said that with the addition of new units over the past few months, the market is becoming more affordable for both buyers and renters. According to Bayut.com, the average rent in Dubai rose from AED114,000 to AED115,000 last mohth […]
25 March 2017 Abu Dhabi, UAE – Etihad Airways is reassuring passengers of its highest level of service to minimise disruption following the introduction of a new US travel directive on electronic devices. Effective March 25, passengers on all US-bound flights from, or transiting through, Abu Dhabi International Airport will not be permitted to carry electronic devices bigger than a smart phone or mobile into the aircraft […]
Heavy rain, thunder and lightning hit Dubai early on Friday, with motorists urged to take extra care in difficult driving conditions while, in Abu Dhabi, Etihad Airways warned of possible flight delays. Local reports suggest the wet weather has resulted in some road accidents while some events have been cancelled. The Desert Warrior Challenge in Ajman has fallen victim to the bad weather, as has the Street […]
ABU DHABI // The countdown to the Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019 officially began in the early hours of Saturday morning as the Winter Games came to a close in Austria. The capital won the bid to host the 2019 Games last year after the board of directors unanimously voted in Abu Dhabi’s favour. The event will be the region’s first sporting event for athletes […]
The chairman of the UAE’s aviation authority has expressed his “surprise” after local airports were included in a US ban on laptops and tablets being carried onto aircraft cabins. Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority, said in a statement that the UAE has seen “outstanding performance of the aviation industry and airports”. The implementation of a ban on carrying electronic devices […]
Many families with airline tickets to the United States are groaning at the prospect of flying tablet-free. On March 21 the US government put an electronic travel ban in place that forces passengers travelling on direct flights from 10 destinations, including Abu Dhabi and Dubai airports to check in their laptops, e-readers, tablets and other devices with their luggage and parents are speaking out. “I am a […]
ABU DHABI // The chairman of the General Civil Aviation Authority expressed surprise over the ban on electronic devices on US bound flights from UAE airports, which comes into force on Saturday. “The UAE is the No 1 ranked country worldwide by the International Civil Aviation Organization regarding compliance with international security and safety standards,” said Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri, the Minister of Economy and GCAA […]
The National Centre for the Performing Arts Orchestra has been hailed as China’s arrival on the fine arts stage. After its formation in 2010, the orchestra primarily functioned as a support for visiting maestros and ballets, but for the last four years, the NCPA has been making a name for itself in its own right. With members aged between 27 and 31, the orchestra is viewed as […]
· Dubai Parks and Resorts will be turning off all non-essential lights across the destination for a full hour on Saturday 25th March between 8:30PM- 9:30PM · The Entertainment destination will also take part in “The Earth Hour Walk” event organized by DEWA 24 March 2017 Dubai, UAE – Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region’s largest theme park destination, will join the largest annual environmental movement […]
ABU DHABI // Salem Al Neyadi has one son, Ali, who turned 20 a few days ago. Ali had hoped to study abroad in September but now he is in the intensive care unit of Seha’s Al Ain Hospital with his family at his bedside. Mr Al Neyadi prays that his son lives to see his next birthday. “No one but a parent knows how I feel,” […]
ABU DHABI // About 50 Emiratis are in long-term care centres in the capital, and many are unable to care for themselves and will stay in a rehabilitation centre for the rest of their lives. Expatriates who are injured in accidents are repatriated because they have little insurance coverage after losing their jobs. Some patients in long-term care are in a coma, while others are attached to […]
