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Emirati and Indian musicians release song to celebrate their countries’ friendship – video January 25, 2017 A song produced by Indian and Emirati artists evokes a fusion of melodies and the connection between both nations ahead of India’s Republic Day. The song was released to celebrate the visit of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, to […]

Abu Dhabi will be the host of the 2019 Special Olympics World Games, the world’s largest humanitarian and sporting event – the first time the event has been held in the Middle East. The games will take place in venues throughout Abu Dhabi from March 14-21 2019, state news agency WAM reported on Tuesday. The Special Olympic World Games celebrate the skills, talents and sporting achievements of […]

Jan 25, 2017 11:55 am IST India will put its military hardware on display Thursday, as the country celebrates its 68th Republic Day in New Delhi. A parade along the city’s ceremonial boulevard Raj Path, which starts at 9 a.m. India time (10.30 p.m. ET), will showcase Indian culture and the country’s achievements in the fields of science and technology. The celebrations, which mark the day the […]

DUBAI // Motorists in Dubai experienced delays across the city with accidents compounding morning rush hour. The Patrol and Traffic Department said an accident on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road from the second bridge towards Dubai caused delays and congestion for motorists. Commuters were also faced with heavy traffic on Financial Centre Road towards Dubai Mall from Al Khail Road, according to @TrafficDXB. Traffic was slow moving […]

Leading above-the-neck protection PPE manufacturer outlines its global re-launch at Intersec and commitment to driving safety standards the region 24 January, 2017, Dubai, UAE: Centurion, world leaders in above-the-neck protection, have today officially unveiled a major global rebrand and focus on the Middle East at the Intersec trade fair in Dubai. This follows news of Centurion putting in place manufacturing tools to mould products for the region […]

ABU DHABI // Residents of the capital woke up to rain on Tuesday morning as the country’s prayers were answered. Thunderstorms and strong winds causing blowing dust have been forecast for southeastern areas of the country with Al Ain most likely to experience regular, thundery showers throughout the day. Abu Dhabi could also catch a heavy shower later in the day with road users urged to plan […]

Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 23, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Pre-natal event Register to attend My Pregnancy Arabia, a free half-day event for couples. It will feature a pre-natal yoga class with Bodytree Studio, market stalls and a series of talks on […]

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ABU DHABI // A major conference that aims to tackle the challenge of meeting the future food requirements of the region will be held in the capital. MENA Food Production 2030 will be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and will seek to create dialogue between government, scientists and food producers. The aim is to help develop secure, sustainable and profitable food production systems and […]

ABU DHABI // Emiratis in the United States have been warned about the tornadoes that have hit Florida, Georgia and Mississippi. On Monday, the UAE Consulate in New York advised its citizens, particularly those living in the southern east coast area, to pay attention to local news reports and adhere to official advice issued by authorities. At least 18 people have been killed after the storms tore […]

Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 23, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Film screening Watch a screening of the ­visually stunning 1951 Jean Renoir film The River as part of the Cinema Space series. The film has been restored with the ­support of Martin […]

ABU DHABI // Heavy rain is expected in Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah on Monday with scattered showers forecast in the capital. The National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology warned against towering clouds over the northern and eastern parts of the country and strong winds of up to 60 kph. Motorists are advised to drive with caution as strong winds may pick up blowing dust, […]

Abu Dhabi’s government merged two of its top investment funds on Saturday to strengthen their financial clout in an era of low oil prices, creating a company with assets totalling about $125 billion. The new fund, Mubadala Investment Co, was formed by merging Mubadala Development Co and International Petroleum Investment Co, which own corporate stakes in the energy industry and other sectors across the world. The new […]

Dubai, 22nd January 2017 Propertyfinder Group, the UAE’s leading real estate search portal, expects unit handovers in Dubai this year to be significantly lower than developers’ official projections, which should help support prices. While that may not be welcome news for off-plan investors hoping to soon pick up their keys, a more protracted handover schedule is better for market stability and in the long term helps protect […]

ABU DHABI // Rain fell over parts of the country on Sunday with forecasters expecting more light showers throughout the day. Conditions across the country will be partly cloudy with a chance of rain over Abu Dhabi island as well as in northern and eastern coastal areas. The National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology said moderate winds are also expected. Humidity will increase overnight and early into […]

Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 22, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Fitness class Register now to take part in a tai chi workshop at Bodytree. Led by Grace Hwang, this beginner-to-intermediate level class teaches the slow-moving meditative exercise for relaxation, health and self-defence. […]

For hundreds of years, fishing and pearl diving were vital to the people who lived around the Arabian Gulf. Along with trade, it was these two activities that allowed communities to flourish in the days before the discovery of oil. While pearl diving is largely a thing of the past, fishing remains a major industry – perhaps too major. Like many other seas, the Arabian Gulf is […]

Almost 40 years ago, German audio specialist Sennheiser set its engineers an ambitious task: to create the world’s best headphones, irrespective of cost. By 1991, the task was complete and the legendary Orpheus HE90 launched for sale with a price tag of $16,000 – about $28,000 in today’s currency. Fast-forward two decades, and Sennheiser has done it again. Its updated version of the HE90, the Orpheus HE1, […]

· Global security and fire safety leader to showcase solutions from recently-acquired Xtralis, a pioneer in early fire and intrusion detection technologies · Honeywell to host seminars and workshops for industry stakeholders, experts to discuss market trends, latest technologies and regional best practice 21 January 2017 Dubai, United Arab Emirates – In response to growing demand for smarter, more connected security systems across the Middle East, Honeywell (NYSE: HON) will […]

When it comes to gourmet food, you can find all manner of creations in Dubai – from camel stir fry to truffle ice cream. Yet there is one thing missing – a Michelin star. That may be about to change, if recent rumours are to be believed. The prestigious 126-year-old French ratings guide recently expanded to Singapore, another expatriate-dominated hotspot. Last April, the international director of Michelin […]

DOHA Two suspected militants blew themselves up following a confrontation with security forces in Saudi Arabia’s second city of Jeddah on Saturday, Saudi media reported. Saudi security forces surrounded a house in Jeddah and exchanged fire with the men, who blew themselves up, Sabq.org, a website affiliated with the monarchy’s interior ministry, said. UAE-based Sky News Arabia also reported the incident and ran a video of an […]

ROME At least 16 people were killed and some 40 injured after a bus carrying Hungarian students burst into flames on a highway in northern Italy, police said on Saturday. Girolamo Lacquaniti, head of highway police in the city of Verona, said most of the passengers were teenage students and others were teachers and parents. He told SkyTG 24 television that the bus went off the road […]

NEW DELHI // The first “strategic dialogue” between the UAE and India was held yesterday, days ahead of the state visit of Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces. Sheikh Mohammed will arrive on Tuesday for a three-day visit, where he will be the chief guest at India’s 2017 republic day celebrations from January 24 to 26. […]

National Staff ABU DHABI // The UAE expressed grave concern on January 20 over the plight of the Rohingya Muslim minority in Myanmar. It reiterated support for efforts being made to alleviate the suffering of Muslims in the southeast Asian country while urging its government to promote harmony among Myanmar’s ethnic segments. “What is happening now is a slow genocide being carried out against the Rohingya Muslim […]

Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for January 21, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Film screening Catch a screening of the 1925 Charlie Chaplin comedy film The Gold Rush at Cinema Space. The film is considered to be Chaplin’s masterpiece, and follows his character the Little […]

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