UAE News
DIFC Academy and EdAid partner to enable world-class digital education
Thursday, February 25, 2021As part of the Centre’s vision to develop human capital and the skills needed for the future, the DIFC Academy has partnered with EdAid, the London based FinTech platform dedicated to increasing access to higher education, to launch the Future Campus. The platform will offer online education opportunities to UAE nationals and residents from leading… Untitled
Abu Dhabi announces updated list of ‘Green List’ destinations
Wednesday, February 24, 2021The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has issued the updated list of ‘Green List’ destinations. Passengers arriving from these destinations will be exempt from mandatory quarantine measures after landing in Abu Dhabi and will only be required to undergo PCR testing upon arrival at Abu Dhabi Airport. … Untitled
Victoria drives food export growth in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia
Monday, February 22, 2021Victoria, Australia’s food basket and one of the world’s leading premium food suppliers, has revealed the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) were the highest value food and fibre export markets in the MENA region during 2019-20. Accounting for 45 per cent of food and fibre exports from Victoria, the… Untitled
In Dubai Airports your passport becomes your face
Monday, February 22, 2021Utilising the latest biometric technology — a mix of facial and iris recognition — passengers can check in for their flight, complete immigration formalities, enter the Emirates lounge and board their flights, simply by strolling through the airport. The new project by the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA)-Dubai called the “Biometric Passenger… Untitled
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Ukrainian president in Abu Dhabi
Monday, February 15, 2021His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, on Sunday met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Abu Dhabi. The two leaders discussed bilateral ties and improving them further. Talking to Twitter, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan said: “It was a… Untitled
Address Beach Resort: where the water meets the sky
Thursday, February 11, 2021A newly opened Address Beach Resort began welcoming guests in December 2020, becoming the brand’s first beachfront property. Standing within the popular Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) neighbourhood, the hotel will feature two twin towers, connected by the world’s tallest inhabited skybridge. Designed by Al Ain Holding, the 77 floor hotel will house 217 guest rooms… Untitled
The UAE’s Hope Probe has successfully entered orbit around Mars
Tuesday, February 9, 2021The United Arab Emirates’ first mission to Mars arrived at the red planet on Tuesday and successfully entered orbit on its first attempt. The Emirates Mars Mission, known as the Hope Probe, sent back a signal confirming it’s in orbit. “Success! Contact with #HopeProbe has been established again. The Mars Orbit Insertion is now complete,”… Untitled
Palazzo Versace Dubai’s E-Gift Platform: It’s Time to Plan Your Ultimate Getaway
Tuesday, February 9, 2021Digital gifts, in whatever forms they come, are definitely the gift-giving trend for the next few years to come. Palazzo Versace Dubai’s e-gift platform allows gift-givers to choose from a range of exclusively curated experiences from luxury stays and serene spa treatments to intimate dining, all with a simple click of a button. Each notable… Untitled
Celebrate Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day at Yas Island
Tuesday, February 9, 2021Whether celebrating the Year of the Ox or being in love, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier leisure and entertainment hub, is putting on a range of fabulous events in February. Here are some of the highlights to look forward to. Chinese New Year – 12 February Chinese New Year Friday Brunch… Untitled
Maria Tash to open a new store in Dubai’s Mall Of The Emirates
Wednesday, February 3, 2021Fine jewelry and luxury piercing brand Maria Tash is pleased to announce a new store location in Mall of the Emirates targeted to open in spring 2021. Following the success of the brand’s Dubai Mall location, which opened in 2018, this marks the second store in Dubai and a significant expansion point for the brand.… Untitled
