Reem bin Karam taps Emirati tradition and history to find her role models but a life of selflessness is hers alone and she is the example for young compatriots to follow as she shares lessons written in tears of family tragedy. SHARJAH // A life-long passion for helping others and giving back to society is what inspires Reem bin Karam go to work each day. Ms bin […]
Good morals and just values are the beginnings of religious belief and the reasons why believers should look to the Prophet Mohammed’s example, mosque-goers will hear on Friday. The Prophet urged Muslims to embrace the best of character, which was exemplified in his saying: “Indeed, by his good character, a believer will attain the status of the one who stands for prayer in the night and fast […]
The UAE hotel group Rotana opened its second property in Erbil, Iraq, this week. The Erbil Arjaan by Rotana is an alcohol-free property situated on the northern edge of the city. The Erbil Rotana, which opened six years ago, is on the western side of the city, and both are a 10-minute drive from the airport. The new hotel has 168 hotel apartments, two restaurants, extensive office […]
Moon Jae-in’s presidency of South Korea began with admirable pledges to handle an unpredictable and belligerent next-door neighbour, North Korea, and tackle economic problems. He will also tackle broader regional tensions, China’s outrage at the United States THAAD missile defence system in South Korea and rising fears over that same northern neighbour‘s nuclear programme. But one other challenge may be almost as crucial in determining the success […]
The number of automatic teller machines (ATMs) in the UAE has increased by 67 in the past year, according to the country’s central bank. In a statement run by state news agency WAM, it said the UAE now has a total of 5,211, with the increase in ATMs “another indicator of the growth of business sentiment in the country”. The central bank statistics also said that up […]
A professor at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) is set to begin an epic 5,400km run across the United States. Dr Nicholas Ashill, Professor of Marketing, is tackling the three-month journey to inspire people to dream big and to help families suffering from pulmonary fibrosis, state news agency WAM reported. The New Zealander, who is the Chalhoub Chair of Luxury Brand Management at the School of […]
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 […]
By Mark Hosenball and David Shepardson | WASHINGTON WASHINGTON The Trump administration is likely to expand a ban on laptops on commercial aircraft to include some European countries, but is reviewing how to ensure lithium batteries stored in luggage holds do not explode in midair, officials briefed on the matter said on Wednesday. Any expansion of the ban could impact U.S. carriers such as United Airlines (UAL.N), […]
DUBAI // Abdualah Mohammed Al Soori has never let his muscular dystrophy get in the way of achieving his dream of becoming a published author. The Emirati, who has suffered from the disorder since the age of 7, has written several books of short stories and writes a column for Al Roya newspaper. He said people with special needs have an important role to play in society […]
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 […]
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 […]
BEIJING The Chinese government said on Wednesday that the health of people in Taiwan is not being put at risk by Taiwan’s inability to attend a U.N. health meeting this year as there is no barrier to technical or medical exchanges and aid. Self-ruled Taiwan has accused Beijing of obstructing its efforts to attend the May 22-31 annual meeting in Geneva of the World Health Assembly, the […]
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 […]
DUBAI, May 9 Expo 2020 Dubai has chosen leading global logistics firm UPS to handle the logistics operations for Expo 2020 Dubai, which is expected to attract millions of visitors over its six-month duration. With more than 180 countries expected to participate and hundreds of thousands of visitors on peak days, the next World Expo will be one the most complex logistics projects UPS has tackled. As […]
By Allison Lampert | MONTREAL MONTREAL A United Nations agency has launched efforts to craft global guidance for the use of laptops and other portable electronics in aircraft passenger cabins after selective bans by the United States and Britain, made in response to security threats, angered some passengers and Middle East airlines. The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has pushed forward with the plan after certain countries […]
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 […]
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has issued a decree to form the board of trustees of the UAE Food Bank. Under the chairpersonship of Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of Sheikh Mohammed, the decree also names Hussain Nasser Lootah, director general of Dubai Municipality as vice chairman of the board. Last month, it was […]
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 […]
France international Lassana Diarra, who quit Marseille in February, has signed for Al Jazira in the UAE. “I’m joining Al Jazira, champions of the UAE,” the 32-year-old told the Journal du Dimanche newspaper. “I’ll prepare in the United States before doing a pre-season with the squad from June.” Diarra, capped 34 times by France, has also played for Chelsea, Arsenal, Portsmouth and Real Madrid, as well as […]
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 […]
DUBAI // Ten people were injured when a ship hit a crane at Jebel Ali Port in Dubai. Port operator DP World said a CMA CGM container vessel was attempting to berth at Terminal 1 when it collided with the harbour wall “striking the leg of a quay crane causing it to fall”. It added that a second crane was shifted off its rails during the incident […]
Aarti Jhurani Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for May 8, 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 Film […]
DUBAI // Social media has changed the face of diplomacy and governments must adapt to their loss of control over information, a US state department official says. Richard Buangan, managing director for international media engagement, said times had changed with the public’s growing access to information and news worldwide. “In diplomacy and media, a conversation can be the most powerful tool we have,” Mr Buangan said. “Conversations […]
France could play Test matches in the coming two seasons in the United Arab Emirates, French federation president Bernard Laporte said Saturday. Talking after signing a memorandum of understanding with the UAE rugby federation, Laporte said staging France matches overseas would “help develop rugby in the UAE and the region”. Emirati federation general secretary Qais al-Dhalai, quoted by Gulf News, said: “A proper Test match between France […]
