JEDDAH: The UAE has urged President Donald Trump’s United States to develop a stronger strategy on the Middle East, after a “disconcerting vacuum” seen during Obama years.Anwar Gargash, the country’s minister of state for foreign affairs, said that the influence of Washington in the region was “more important than ever.”“Following eight years of weakened American engagement in the region, which many feel has created a disconcerting vacuum, […]
The Abu Dhabi Science Festival returns this week with another packed programme that proves learning can be fun. The sixth edition of this family-friendly event begins on November 17 and continues until November 26 at Umm Al Emarat Park and Al Ain Zoo. For the first time, the majority of the activities are of the “drop-in” variety, which means there is no need to preregister or buy […]
Abu Dhabi, November 14, 2016: Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) and Thomson Reuters announced today the winners of the 4th edition of the Ethical Finance Innovation and Challenge Awards (EFICA). Tirad Al Mahmoud, Chief Executive Officer of Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) presented The EFICA Lifetime Achievement Award to the former governor of Malaysia’s Central Bank, Dr Zeti Akhtar Aziz for her pivotal role in developing the […]
Three-dimensional printing may still seem more like science fiction than real-life science, but its use in the medical world is booming, with the number of 3-D printers doubling year-on-year. Traditional prosthetic hands, for instance, can cost anywhere from US$6,000 to $40,000 (Dh22,000 to Dh146,900), but 3-D printing is allowing volunteer groups such as the global, web-based Enable Community Foundation in the United States to offer their bionic […]
ABU DHABI // A spate of accidents across Dubai on Monday morning caused delays to commuters, prompting police to warn drivers to take extra care. Dubai Police took to Twitter at 8.25am to report an accident on Sheikh Rashid Road, before the tunnel of the Dubai World Trade Centre, heading towards Jebel Ali. Motorists heading towards Abu Dhabi experienced heavy congestion on the E11 Sheikh Rashid Road […]
|By Arabian Post Staff|New solutions to meet future needs and diversify the options are being integrated into the the e-Dirham system, top officials involved in the development of a national alternative to cash payment for government services in the UAE indicated. Government revenues from the e-Dirham system during the first nine months of this year stood at AED 5.8 billion. The number of e-Dirham transactions rose by […]
ABU DHABI // More than 280,000 cases of diabetes were diagnosed in the UAE last year – a rise of 35 per cent on 2014. The International Diabetes Federation estimates that last year there were 1,086,300 diabetics in the country, compared with 803,940 in 2014. Experts blame obesity, lifestyle and greater awareness of the disease for the soaring figures. “Definitely there is an expected increase in the […]
ABU DHABI // A resolution has been issued to reconstitute the board of the Abu Dhabi General Services Company, Musanada. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, issued the decision in his capacity as Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. The board will be under the chairman ship of Ahmed Al Khouri. Members are Hamad Al […]
newslide Abu Dhabi Choral revue Attend the opening-night performance of ADCG: It Lives In You. Abu Dhabi Choral Group presents an autumn revue celebrating 40 years of entertaining audiences in the city, which includes musical memories from previous shows the group has staged, including South Pacific, Beauty and the Beast, and songs that celebrate musical theatre. • Tonight, Thursday and Friday, 7.30pm, from Dh90, Abu Dhabi Folklore […]
The discussion underlined the effects that emerging technologies are having on the way the world consumes news, as well as on media’s reach and influence Dubai, November 13, 2016 A session titled “The Next Media Revolution” was held on the sidelines of the inaugural Annual Meeting of The Global Future Councils 2016, taking place in Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah today (Sunday, November 13, 2016). The discussion underlined the […]
The marketing tag line that accompanies Dream Catcher’s press blurb is “raggle taggle folk”. This is a fair description, but a more fitting slogan for the band – who this week make their live debut in Abu Dhabi and Dubai – might be “big in Luxembourg”. That is the home country (population: 543,000) of the band – the long-standing solo project of veteran songwriter John Rech – […]
With a strong sustainability plan in place, TASNEEF will use CSR to encourage best practice and strengthen the UAE 2021 vision of excellence in both public and private sectors. Abu Dhabi – 14 November 2016 TASNEEF in cooperation with the joint venture TASNEEF Business Assurance has started to implement a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) system, in line with its strategic plans and CSR objectives, by various activities […]
ABU DHABI // An aircraft has been chartered to fly Al Ain FC supporters to the first leg of the Asian Champions League final against South Korea’s Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors on Saturday. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, requested the airplane to take the fans to the city of Jeonju as part of the leadership’s support […]
DUBAI // Three meteor detection stations have been set up across the Emirates, the UAE Space Agency said on Sunday. The UAE Astronomical Camera Network (UACN) is designed to track coordinates of meteors and orbital debris, calculating trajectories in case of local impact, and it monitored one such meteorite that landed on the outskirts of Abu Dhabi in September. The camera network will also contribute to discovering […]
ABU DHABI, UAE 13 November 2016 Aldar Properties PJSC (‘Aldar’), Abu Dhabi’s leading listed property development, investment and management company, has awarded the early works contract for the first phase of Mayan, a luxury residential development located on Yas Island, to Dutch Foundation & Concrete Rehabilitation Company WLL. The AED 30 million contract provides for shoring, piling and earthworks for Mayan’s 512 luxury apartments which are spread […]
13 November 2016 Highlights Phase 1 of Dubai Parks and Resorts opened to paying visitors Phase 2 of Dubai Parks and Resorts on track with Six Flags Dubai due to open late 2019 Rebranding to DXB Entertainments completed Advertisement Raed Kajoor Al Nuaimi, Chief Executive Officer, DXB Entertainments, said, “The opening of LEGOLAND® Dubai and Riverland™ Dubai on 31 October to the public, was a great day for […]
newslide Shah Rukh Khan coming to Abu Dhabi to finish Raees filming Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly coming to Abu Dhabi to complete the shooting of his upcoming film Raees. According to The Indian Express, the Bollywood superstar has arranged an “undisclosed” location to finish the film, which is due for release in January. Production of the movie, which also stars Pakistani actress Mahira Khan, was affected […]
Events November 18 Emirates Kids Marathon Sign up your children for the Emirates Kids Marathon, which aims to prevent obesity by inspiring kids to get involved in physical activities for a lifetime of healthy living. The event includes races of various lengths as well as fun activities such as face-painting, competitions and more. It’s open to those between the ages of 5 and 13, and will be […]
ABU DHABI // More than 400 prominent international and regional decision-makers, politicians, and academics are set to converge on the Third Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate, ADSD, on November 13-14 at Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. The event is being organised by the Emirates Policy Centre (EPC), in co-operation with the UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and the Atlantic Council. The timing of the 2016 ADSD […]
ABU DHABI // Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met Dr Klaus Schwab, founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, Davos, who was visiting the UAE to attend the Global Agenda Summit. Sheikh Abdullah welcomed the participation of Dr Schwab at the summit to exchange ideas on the most current issues facing the world, with a view to […]
ABU DHABI // The Emirates Red Crescent on Saturday delivered state-of-the-art medical equipment to a hospital in the Hajr district in the southern Yemeni governorate of Hadramaut as part of the UAE’s continued efforts to improve healthcare in the country. Previously, people had to spend three hours to travel to another district to receive medical treatment, noted Director-General of the administration in Hajr district Anwar Al Shazeli. […]
Looking for something to do today? Why not get tickets for RedFest DXB or check out a photography exhibition in Dubai? Check out our full list of events and activities: Nationwide New movie Catch a screening of the South Korean historical war drama Operation Chromite. During the Korean War, General Douglas MacArthur (Liam Neeson), sends eight members of the Korean Liaison Office on a secret mission to […]
Television viewers have a chance to follow in the big-screen footsteps of Matt Damon and explore the Red Planet, thanks to an innovative dramatised documentary that begins on National Geographic Abu Dhabi on Sunday (November 13). Mars, the first episode of which starts at 10pm, is six-part documentary series that blends fact and fiction as it explores the planet’s formation. Produced by the Academy Award-winning team of […]
ABU DHABI // The President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a cable of condolences to King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on the death of Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, who passed away on Saturday morning. Sheikh Khalifa extended his heartfelt condolences and solace to the bereaved family, praying to Almighty Allah to rest departed soul in Paradise. The Vice […]
