The value of personal loans in the UAE increased to AED349.9 billion ($95.2 billion) in February, up by three percent compared to the previous month, according to the country’s central bank. The UAE Central Bank said that by providing personal and corporate finance facilities, UAE banks “continue to play a dynamic role in establishing a robust economic development process”. It also said in a report cited by […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for April 2, 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 #YearofGiving Donate pre-loved […]
TEHRAN: Iran has banned some of its women players from billiard sports competitions for a year for violating the Islamic codes of conduct at a tournament in China, sporting authorities announced.The Disciplinary Committee of Bowling, Billiard and Boxing Federation did not reveal the nature of the alleged offenses, saying it would name the transgressors later.“Women sent to China Open (billiard) competitions will be banned from all domestic […]
SHARJAH // A father has described his battle to ensure his eight-year-old daughter gets the treatment she needs after she was diagnosed with leukaemia. Sharif Mahmoud and his daughter, Sarah, were told in January that she has an advanced form of the blood cancer and would need intensive treatment. The 34-year-old Egyptian, who works in a bank, said his daughter has undergone treatment since February, despite not […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 28, 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 & Dubai Film […]
FUJAIRAH // Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid offered his condolences to Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, on the death of the emirate’s Deputy Ruler. The Vice President and Ruler of Dubai visited the majlis at Al Remailah Palace in Fujairah, where he was also met by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad, Crown Prince of Fujairah, and the sons of the late Sheikh Hamad bin Saif […]
Princess Haya, wife of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, visited Australia this week as part of an official UAE visit. During the three-day trip, Princess Haya, known for her humanitarian work, discussed the country’s aid programme with several government ministers, including Governor General Sir Peter and Lady Cosgrove, and Julie Bishop MP, the Australian Minister of Foreign Affairs development programme. As Chairperson […]
Emirati investments in the industrial sector amounted to AED112 billion ($30.4 billion) in 2016, accounting for 86 percent of the total investments, according to UAE Minister of Economy Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri has said. The minister told Arabic language daily, Al Ittihad, that the total investments in the country’s industrial sector rose to AED130 billion by the end of 2016. Foreign investments in the sector were […]
Couple one key colour with recurring design elements to create a bedroom that’s consistently calming. newslide Frame of reference Dress it well and your bed can become a focal point of your room. We like the classic blue paisley pattern on this quilt and sham set from Pottery Barn. The pieces are made from 100 per cent cotton voile and feature a solid ivory colour on the […]
Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao is back in talks for a possible fight with unbeaten Australian Jeff Horn, the Filipino world champion’s adviser said Friday. The announcement follows the much-publicised collapse of a $38 million bout between Pacquiao and Britain’s Amir Khan, reportedly after investors in the United Arab Emirates failed to come up with the money. “We are discussing the matter with (US promoter Bob) Arum,” Pacquiao’s […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 31, 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. newslide Dubai Family fun Visit RiseDCH and enjoy a variety of activities, including Wakefit fitness today and Metallize CrossFit tomorrow, screenings of Harry […]
SHARJAH // A teenage girl has died after the quad bike she was on crashed on the way to school. The 13-year-old student from a private school in the emirate died of head injuries sustained in the crash in Al Seyouh. Police said the girl was taken to Al Qasimi Hospital, where she died in intensive care, reported Aletihad, the Arabic-language sister paper of The National. It […]
ABU DHABI // The UAE has banned all non-heat-treated poultry products from parts of the United States and Malaysia due to concerns about the spread of bird flu. The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment decided to take action following an alert from the World Organisation for Animal Health. The import ban affects all types of live domestic, wild and ornamental birds, as well as chicks, eggs […]
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department has issued its first community-service sentence to a young man for reckless driving, hitting a pedestrian by accident and putting the lives of bystanders in danger. This sentence was in line with a recent update to the UAE’s federal penal code. No specifics were given regarding the length of this specific sentence, but according to high-level details regarding community service, it will […]
30 March 2017 The UAE decision of granting Indian passport holders with either a valid US visa or a green card a visa on arrival is a welcoming step as this will boost the tourism and trade between the two countries, informed Mr Kamal Vachani, Group Director, Al Maya Group, Regional Director, Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC) for the Middle East and President – […]
Three days of mourning have been declared in Fujairah following the death of Sheikh Hamad bin Saif Al Sharqi, the Deputy Ruler of Fujairah. Sheikh Hamad died on Wednesday. Funeral prayers will be held on Thursday after Dhuhr prayers at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Fujairah. Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, will accept condolences at Al Remailah Palace from Thursday. UAE flags […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 30, 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 Family fun Yas […]
UMM AL QUWAIN // Housing support valued at Dh590 million has been awarded to 915 Emiratis. The Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme board of directors confirmed the names of the recipients, under directives from the President, Sheikh Khalifa, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai. It was overseen by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs. The decision was […]
In a country that is becoming increasingly modern and globalised, there is a renewed focus on what it means to be Emirati and what can be done to preserve local heritage. This weekend, the courtyard of Al Ain Palace will be transformed into a traditional market, with food stalls and demonstrations of traditional medicine practices, such as hijama and tajbeer splinting, for the campaign “My Heritage, My […]
Getting stuck in the desert is part of life for a motorist in Dubai and help is usually not far away. For this lorry driver with a full payload of building sand, his rescuer just happened to be Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai. In a video posted by Instagram user @adelabid1s, Sheikh Hamdan joins a string of vehicles to help move the tipper lorry […]
The speed limit on Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road in Dubai is to be reduced. Dubai Police and the Roads and Transport Authority said the limit was to be reduced from 120kph to 110kph to improve safety. Speed cameras will be reset to trigger at 131kph, they said in a statement. Emirates Road and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road are the most dangerous in […]
AMMAN: The 2017 Arab Summit started today in Jordan with the participation of an unprecedented number of Arab leaders, whose agenda was topped by the issues of Palestine, terrorism and Arab coordination.Since early Tuesday, leaders of Arab states started arriving in the Jordanian capital Amman for a gathering that comes amid serious challenges and crises facing the region.UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres also arrived in Amman on Tuesday […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for March 29, 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 Family workshop Book […]
A respite from recent stormy weather is likely on Tuesday across much of the UAE with a dry day in prospect, although drivers ae being warned to be aware of fog and mist patches that could accumulate overnight and into Wednesday. It is expected to be cloudy for much of the day with sunny spells. Temperatures in Dubai and the Northern Emirates are expected to reach 26°C. […]
