Al Ain, UAE, 11 May 2017: According to Dubai Chamber, Dubai is estimated to have around 717,000 sq. meters of new retail space by 2018, while Abu Dhabi is expected to see a supply of 467,000 sq. meters of new space over the same period. Industry insiders seem positive about the announcement. “Abu Dhabi is a magnificent location. Recent years have seen the emirate invest heavily in […]
Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday meets the members of the Union Arab Scientific Language Academies at their headquarters in the 6 October city in Cairo. Wam Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, on Wednesday meets the members of the Union Arab Scientific Language Academies at their headquarters in the 6 October city in Cairo. Wam Sheikh […]
Abu Dhabi // The president of the UAE, Sheikh Khalifa, has been invited by Saudi King Salman to attend talks in Riyadh later this month with the US president. The ruler of Abu Dhabi was invited to both the US-GCC talks as well as the summit expected to be held a day later, on May 21, between Donald Trump and leaders from more than a dozen of […]
Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) announced on Wednesday that the value of its contribution to the economy of Abu Dhabi reached AED1.12 billion ($300 million) in the first quarter of 2017, up eight percent on targets. In Q1, ADNEC said it hosted 12 exhibitions, and 108 conferences and events that attracted more than 302,000 visitors to its venues in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. During the […]
Manama, 10 May 2017 GFH Financial Group (GFH) announced today that Islamic International Rating Agency (IIRA) has upgraded its national scale ratings by a notch to ‘BBB-(bh)/A3(bh)’ (TripleB Minus/ A Three) with a ‘Stable’ outlook and maintained its international scale ratings at ‘BB/B’ (Double B / Single B), 1`. According to the agency’s report, the rating action recognizes recent positive developments that have reinforced the Group’s balance […]
ABU DHABI // Experts have called for more police presence, the use of new technologies and effective publicity campaigns to reduce speed-related crashes on the country’s roads. The Fourth UN Global Road Safety Week, which will run until May 14 and has the theme Save Lives #SlowDown, focuses on managing speed and what can be done to address this key risk factor in road traffic deaths and […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for May 10, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Aarti Jhurani 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 Workshop Book your […]
10 May 2017 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Jannah Hotels & Resorts’ award-winning flagship hotel, Jannah Burj Al Sarab played host to the ultimate Iftar preview party for the media delegation of the UAE and the GCC on 7 May. The all-day restaurant The Dining Room specializing in French and Mediterranean cuisine, served an extensive menu of Middle Eastern and International dishes for the Iftar buffet […]
DUBAI // Multiple accidents on some of the emirate’s main routes caused delays during the commute on Wednesday morning. Two separate accidents on Sheikh Zayed Road near the Al Manara Road interchange resulted in extensive queues near Mall of the Emirates. Elsewhere, an accident on Hessa Street caused delays from the Al Asayal Street exit in the direction of Al Khail Road. There were also the usual […]
ABU DHABI // The UAE’s aviation authority is investigating the controlled ditching of a helicopter near an island off the coast of Abu Dhabi. The flight crew of the AgustaWestland 139 helicopter decided to ditch the aircraft into the waters near Mubarraz Island on April 29 after receiving a warning message and hearing a mechanical noise. The General Aviation Authority said on Tuesday that the helicopter, operated […]
ABU DHABI // Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, will hold talks with US president Donald Trump in Washington on Monday. White House spokesman Sean Spicer said the meeting is aimed at deepening Washington’s cooperation with a key Middle East partner. The meeting is scheduled to take place a week before Mr Trump makes the first […]
The question might not just be how, but why? Why would you even attempt to adapt a graphic novel about robots in love into a puppet-show/real-time movie, soundtracked by a live string quartet and turntables? In Kid Koala’s case, the answer could perhaps be summed up as happenstance, circumstance and a smidgen of blind ambition. The genesis of Nufonia Must Fall – the multidisciplinary performance, which will […]
ABU DHABI // Qatar topped a poll of young people who believe non-Muslims should have the same rights as Muslims when in their country. But many states were split and half the respondents in some countries thought they should not be treated the same. The findings came in a survey of almost 7,000 young Arabs by the Tabah Foundation in Abu Dhabi. The findings raise concerns about […]
ABU DHABI // Bollywood spectaculars, live stage shows featuring popular children’s cartoon characters and crowd-pleasing stand-up comedians are all part of the line-up for Abu Dhabi Summer Season 2017. Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority has teamed up with UAE event organisers to bring international ticketed and free events and activities to multiple venues across the emirate from July 20 to August 20, said Mubarak Hamad Al […]
Dubai, UAE, 9 May 2017 Azizi Developments, the fast growing and award-winning Dubai real estate developer, announced the incredible sales results for Azizi Aura, its first project in Downtown Jebel Ali. The developer has sold 57 per cent of the residential apartments before its official launch, which will take place on May 13th at the Murjaan Ballroom within Madinat Jumeirah’s Conference and Events Centre from 10 AM […]
Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presidential Affairs of the UAE 09 May 2017 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Presidential Affairs of the UAE, the 1st edition of ATech World Conference & Exhibition and World Game […]
Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, inspects a Dh 12 billion worth plan to develop the southern part of Yas Island, from Miral Asset Management Organisation, during a Sea Palace barza. Seen with Mohammed Al Mubarak, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority (2nd L), Noura Al Kaabi, Minister of State for Federal National Council Affairs, […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for May 9, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Aarti Jhurani 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 Workshop Get hands-on […]
Yas Bay will include a “dynamic pier” for recreational activities and a promenade with more than 50 cafes and restaurants, 20 retail outlets, two hotels and a beach club. Courtesy Miral Yas Bay Pier will be part of the Yas Bay district and will have many recreational possibilities, according to Miral. Courtesy Miral Miral describes Yas Arena as an epic centre of energy and entertainment. The multipurpose […]
ABU DHABI // A new pier, arena and waterfront promenade with residential complexes and restaurants are part of a Dh12 billion development plan for Yas Island. Announced on Monday, the plan for the 14 million square foot area on the southern part of the island, near Yas Plaza and Yas Beach, includes the new home for twofour54, the media industry’s free zone that is currently located near […]
Zaha Hadid’s first project in Dubai is a work of art to rival any of the renowned Iraqi-born architect’s award-winning structures, and will add something very different to the city’s burgeoning collection of prestige buildings. In many ways, a visit to Dubai’s Business Bay feels like a trip back to the future – to a city that feels eerily familiar to anyone who can remember the giddy […]
ALGIERS Libya’s neighbours and the United Nations on Monday voiced their support for a meeting held last week between the North African country’s main rival figures, the head of the U.N.-backed government, Fayez Seraj, and eastern commander Khalifa Haftar. The two men had held talks in Abu Dhabi, their first in more than a year and a half, over a U.N.-mediated deal that Western powers hope will […]
ABU DHABI // Pupils who skip breakfast find it difficult to focus in class, survey findings show. The survey of 130 girls at two private schools in the capital found that those who regularly ate breakfast performed better in class. The findings raised concerns that those avoiding breakfast may have eating disorders that are causing weight loss. Pupils between 15 and 19 years old who had breakfast […]
If you are yet to encounter a freakshake, you soon will. These monster-sized milkshakes are the latest food craze popping up on menus across the country. Taking the shake to a whole new level, these calorie bombs are fully stacked with guilt-laden, belt-busting extras such as biscuits, cakes, chocolate bars – and more besides. Reportedly created at Pattisez, a cafe in Canberra in 2015, the massive, augmented […]
