By Ahmad Ghaddar and Vladimir Soldatkin | VIENNA VIENNA Iran and Iraq are resisting pressure from Saudi Arabia to curtail oil production, making it hard for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries to reach a deal to limit output and boost the price of crude when it meets on Wednesday. OPEC sources told Reuters a meeting of experts in Vienna on Monday failed to bridge differences […]
DUBAI // Pupils across the UAE continue to improve their maths and science skills, but are still performing below international average, according to a global study released on Tuesday. More than 600,000 students around the world participated in TIMSS, or the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Studies, a large-scale international assessment of mathematics and science education for pupils in grades 4 and 8 that is carried […]
By Katharine Houreld | NAIROBI NAIROBI When Western navies raided three dhows in the Arabian Sea this year, some of the weapons they found matched arms taken from Houthi rebels in Yemen, a report said, suggesting links between Iranian suppliers and the Yemeni war. Two of the dhows, all of which were unregistered and therefore stateless, were manufactured by Al Mansoor, an Iranian shipbuilder whose yard is next […]
Select eye-catching cushions to give your space an easy, affordable upgrade. newslide 1 Go bananas Look for fun, ornamental pieces when accessorising your spare room. This cushion with shiny gold bananas from H&M Home offers a fun mix of frivolity and flair. • Banana cushion, Dh39, H&M Home, Abu Dhabi Mall and Deira City Centre, Dubai newslide 2 Crocodile rock Add a touch of glam-rock to your […]
Sunday, June 8 – The Islamic Finance Gateway (IFG) Briefing, published from Sunday to Thursday, carries the latest market-moving news and data for institutions offering Islamic financial services. To view the full IFG Briefing click here: bit.ly/1qb3njw Top Stories: Islamic Economy: Islamic credit cards and startup financing focus for EFICA 2014 (Page 3) Country: Advertisement ? Call for more private sector involvement in Turkey’s Islamic finance sector […]
ABU DHABI // A warning of fresh winds and rough sea conditions on the Arabian Gulf continues to be in effect Tuesday. The National Center of Meteorology and Seismology issued the warning, which affects offshore areas of the Arabia Gulf, late Monday night and extended it this morning. Wind speeds on the coast and internal areas will range from about 10 to 24 km/h, peaking at about […]
While there is no sign of our collective obsession with social media fading any time soon, there is also a growing determination by some to cut all ties and go on a technology detox. It sometimes feels as if new platforms for posting, sharing and pontificating are appearing by the day. With so many outlets for people to share their opinions and views of the world, and […]
ABU DHABI // Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women’s Union, Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation and President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, has praised the sacrifices of the heroes who died while defending the UAE. “The loss of our brave servicemen is painful to us and to their families. Despite the great loss, we are proud of them and […]
DUBAI // Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has honoured 45 Emirati individuals and entities that contributed to the UAE Year of Reading. At the UAE Pioneers Award 2016 ceremony on Monday to coincide with the 45th National Day celebrations, Sheikh Mohammed said: “Today we honoured pioneers and supporters of culture and reading in the UAE. We are proud of their contributions that […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for November 29, 2016, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Art exhibition Visit The Galleria on Al Maryah Island and see an exhibition by photographer Mark Luscombe-Whyte, who specialises in Arab architecture, including images of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Enjoy a […]
DUBAI // More than 234,000 UAE residents have used their Emirates ID cards to pass through automated immigration gates at Dubai International Airport. The smart gate system, the first of its kind in the region, is free of charge, requires no pre-registration and makes passing through immigration at arrivals and departures fast and convenient for all residents who hold a valid ID card and are older than […]
DUBAI // The Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation has donated Dh1 million to the National Awqaf Foundation of Canada to help spread the teachings of Islam in Canada. The contribution, honouring the will of late foundation donor Ahmed Baghlaf, was divided into three parts: Dh500,000 for building schools that teach moderate Islamic values and principles; Dh250,000 to promote Islamic Da’wah; and Dh250,000 to support preachers. “These efforts […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for November 28, 2016, 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 City of God as part of the Cinema Space series at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The Brazilian 2002 film about crime and redemption is based on a […]
The UAE’s Ministry of Finance (MoF) has begun establishing committees to start collecting tax data on any US citizen living in the UAE from 2017, it has announced. The moves are required under the Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA), a US federal law that aims to combat offshore tax evasion by US persons. The ministry will coordinate with various government authorities to collect financial data in […]
ABU DHABI // An online National Day campaign in which Emiratis and expats can express their feelings for the UAE and its flag has generated almost two million responses. The Raise it High campaign, organised by the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development, was launched at the start of this month to strengthen belonging, loyalty and unity in the country. It asked social media users to log […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for November 27, 2016, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Abu Dhabi Art exhibition See No White Walls, featuring works created by professional artists in the UAE who have collaborated on an initiative to develop the art scene in Abu Dhabi by staging exhibitions […]
ABU DHABI // The Central Bank of the UAE has issued a new silver coin to mark Commemoration Day. The special coin is part of #The_UAE_Remembers campaign, launched by the Martyrs Families Affairs Office to provide a platform for members of society to express their gratitude and pride in the sacrifices made by the country’s heroes to maintain the UAE’s freedom, sovereignty and security. “Launching The UAE […]
ABU DHABI // Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir arrived in the UAE Saturday on an official visit to the country. At the Presidential Flight, he was received by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, and was accorded official reception. At the VIP Hall, Sheikh Mansour welcomed the Sudanese President and his accompanying delegation. They exchanged cordial talks and discussed the […]
Quite aside from the head-spinning speeds that Formula One cars reach around the Yas Marina Circuit, the numbers behind staging the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are staggering. More than 500 tonnes of team equipment has been flown into Abu Dhabi from the previous round in Brazil; a total of 8,550 litres of paint are used to get the track up to scratch; 30 hectares of landscape grass […]
The Ras Al Khaimah Government has decided to amend maternity leave rules for working women, enabling them to take three months of fully paid leave. The move follows the directives of the UAE Gender Balance Council to strengthen the balance index between the sexes in government agencies, news agency WAM reported. The council was launched by Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed […]
ABU DHABI // Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, received the United Nations (UN) Secretary-General on Friday in Abu Dhabi where they discussed ways to strengthen relations through partnerships in humanitarian and developmental fields. Sheikh Abdullah and Ban Ki-moon also discussed current regional and global developments, including efforts to counter terrorism. The meeting was attended by Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State […]
ABU DHABI // An international conference aimed at protecting cultural heritage during armed conflicts will take place in Abu Dhabi on December 2 and 3. The “Safeguarding Endangered Cultural Heritage” conference is an initiative by Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and French President Francois Hollande. It will be held under the patronage of the United […]
Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for November 26, 2016, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. newslide Nationwide Ballet gala Get tickets now for the Ballet Grand Gala performed by the Opéra National de Paris dancers, featuring star dancer Dorothée Gilbert, and first soloists Hugo Marchand and Hannah O’Neill, who will […]
Ashley Lane rounds up the winter activities in destinations ranging from Monaco and Manila to Brazil and Antarctica. • Read this and more stories in Ultratravel magazine, out with The National on Thursday, November 24 newslide Monaco Though temperatures are lower than normal, heading to Monaco in December means fewer crowds and lower prices. There are also plenty of festivals and activities to keep visitors busy. Those […]
