UAE News
Dubai Expo 2020: UAE residents can take a free bus tour of the site this summer
Wednesday, July 17, 2019All eyes will be on Dubai next year as the world prepares to descend on the emirate for Expo 2020. And as the impressive pavilions continue to take shape, UAE residents will be offered a chance to see the site and structures before anyone else. Taking place throughout the summer, free bus tours will transport… Dubai Expo 2020: UAE residents can take a free bus tour of the site this summer
Hospitality veteran Phillips named CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Wednesday, July 17, 2019The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has named hospitality veteran Raki Phillips as its new CEO. Phillips, who has won numerous accolades for his work within the hospitality industry, will lead a new phase of tourism development for the Emirate, which is known primarily for its world-class beaches. There is a long list… Hospitality veteran Phillips named CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
UAE cigarettes without these new markings are fake or illegal
Tuesday, July 16, 2019Cigarettes will display new markings from next month to help tackle fraud in the tobacco industry. Red stickers will feature on packets sold in the UAE from August 1 to show tax has been paid by the importer, while green stickers are to be placed on duty-free cigarettes. The move will help to “protect consumers… UAE cigarettes without these new markings are fake or illegal
US official concerned Iran has seized UAE-based tanker
Tuesday, July 16, 2019US defence officials are concerned about the disappearance of a small tanker last seen drifting towards Iranian waters in the Arabian Gulf earlier this week. The Panama-flagged oil tanker Riah stopped transmitting its location late on Saturday after leaving UAE waters heading towards Iranian waters. US defence officials told the Associated Press that America “has… US official concerned Iran has seized UAE-based tanker
Dubai International Airport terminal hit by temporary power outage
Monday, July 15, 2019Dubai International Airport suffered a partial power cut on Monday leaving passengers sweating when the air conditioning shut down. The system failure in Terminal 3 happened just after 11am and lasted half an hour, an airport spokesman said. There were no reports of flight disruption and other terminals were unaffected. “Dubai Airports can confirm that… Dubai International Airport terminal hit by temporary power outage
First Emirati nuclear operators certified ahead of Abu Dhabi plant launch
Monday, July 15, 2019The Federal Authority for Nuclear Regulation (FANR), the UAE’s nuclear regulator, has officially certified the first group of 15 Emirati reactor operators at Nawah Energy Company, the operations and maintenance subsidiary of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC). The certification is a key requirement for future receipt of the operating licence of the UAE’s first… First Emirati nuclear operators certified ahead of Abu Dhabi plant launch
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid turns 70: A look back at his life
Monday, July 15, 20191949 was a year of recovery for much of the world as countries began to show signs of economic improvement following the rampant destruction caused by the Second World War. In the Gulf, the Emirates had yet to unite but were presided over by the British as the Trucial States. In the height of summer,… Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid turns 70: A look back at his life
A century for Roger Federer: The big numbers from his record 100th singles win at Wimbledon
Thursday, July 11, 2019Roger Federer has hit yet another milestone in his career today. The 37-year old has now won 100 matches at Wimbledon and is the first player to do so! Quite the feat. To get to 100, he faced the always dangerous Kei Nishikori, who came out firing and captured the first set. Roger found his… A century for Roger Federer: The big numbers from his record 100th singles win at Wimbledon
Dubai to offer free 30-day alcohol licence for tourists
Thursday, July 11, 2019The Emirate of Dubai is now offering a free 30-day alcohol licence for tourists, a move that ensures visitors will not be penalised for breaking the law. Alcohol retail outlet Maritime and Mercantile International (MMI), a subsidiary of the Emirates Group, has a separate segment on its website instructing tourists on the process of applying for… Dubai to offer free 30-day alcohol licence for tourists
Falcon Eye 1′ lost in space after rocket launcher failure, ‘Falcon Eye 2’ to be launched
Thursday, July 11, 2019The National – The Arianespace company today announced that the European Vega rocket, carrying the UAE’s ‘Falcon Eye 1’ satellite, deviated from its orbit after two minutes of blast off, and the satellite has been lost in space. A statement issued by the company today said, “Detailed analysis [reasons of the unsuccessful launch] is still… Falcon Eye 1′ lost in space after rocket launcher failure, ‘Falcon Eye 2’ to be launched
