UAE News
The Nike Pro Hijab has become one of the world’s most popular clothing items (Video)
Tuesday, May 14, 2019Nike’s sports hijab has become one of the most searched-for clothing items in the world. Since its release in December 2017, interest in the lightweight head-piece has been steadily growing, according to fashion search engine Lyst. But during the first quarter of 2019, its popularity rose by 125 per cent, seeing it enter the top… The Nike Pro Hijab has become one of the world’s most popular clothing items (Video)
Experience the city’s top attractions in 36 hours with the new Dubai Stopover Pass
Tuesday, May 14, 2019Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is building on the Dubai Pass product portfolio, with the launch of the latest offering – the Dubai Stopover Pass, specifically designed for short-stay visitors to enjoy the emirate’s wide variety of attractions and experiences in the most affordable way. Announced at Arabian Travel Market 2019… Experience the city’s top attractions in 36 hours with the new Dubai Stopover Pass
An endless ski slope has opened in Dubai
Monday, May 13, 2019If you fancy brushing up on your winter sports skills over the UAE’s hot summer months, there is a new option in town as an endless ski track is now open in Dubai’s Al Quoz. Infinite Ski is essentially a treadmill for skiers. It allows you to choose the speed you go at and how… An endless ski slope has opened in Dubai
UAE Space Agency and Exolaunch: MeznSat set to launch by end of 2019
Monday, May 13, 2019WAM — The UAE Space Agency and Exolaunch have announced a joint agreement to launch MeznSat into orbit by the end of this year. The agreement was signed during the recent Global Space Congress in Abu Dhabi. MeznSat was developed by students from the American University of Ras Al Khaimah (AURAK) and Khalifa University. The… UAE Space Agency and Exolaunch: MeznSat set to launch by end of 2019
Four commercial ships subjected to sabotage operations near UAE territorial waters, no fatalities or injuries reported
Monday, May 13, 2019WAM – Four commercial ships were subjected to sabotage operations today, 12th May, near UAE territorial waters in the Gulf of Oman, east of Fujairah, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, MOFAIC, has announced. The Ministry said that the concerned authorities have taken all necessary measures, and are investigating the incident in cooperation… Four commercial ships subjected to sabotage operations near UAE territorial waters, no fatalities or injuries reported
Fujairah denies explosions at port
Sunday, May 12, 2019FUJAIRAH, 12th May, 2019 (WAM) — The Fujairah Media Office denied media reports that explosions took place at the Port of Fujairah this morning. The Office said in a statement, “The operations at the Port are going as normal.” It added, “Media outlets must be responsible and rely on official sources.”
Atlantis Aquaventure plans to become one of the world’s biggest waterparks
Sunday, May 12, 2019Atlantis Aquaventure will add a third, 34-metre tall tower with 12 slides to the park in the summer of 2020. The park currently has 20 rides spread across 17 hectares. The new ‘Trident Tower’ will a number of rides, including a 449-metre family adventure water coaster and a ‘flying saucer’ hybrid ride featuring patented sequential… Atlantis Aquaventure plans to become one of the world’s biggest waterparks
Huge version of ‘LOVE ME’ heart sculpture unveiled in Downtown Dubai (Video)
Thursday, May 9, 2019The artist’s three-dimensional, mirrored-steel ‘LOVE ME’ heart sculpture that first appeared in February last year to visitors to The Dubai Mall, has been recreated – but this time on much larger scale. The new ‘LOVE ME’ heart, the latest piece to be added to Emaar’s growing community art portfolio, is so big that it had… Huge version of ‘LOVE ME’ heart sculpture unveiled in Downtown Dubai (Video)
DUBAI SKY POD: Dubai’s futuristic Sky Pods transport system (Video)
Thursday, May 9, 2019Dubai is renowned for its blue-sky thinking, so it is no surprise that the emirate is planning to get another hi-tech venture off the ground. Sky Pods – a high-speed cable car-style transport system – is being tested by the Roads and Transport Authority in partnership with creators Skywatch Greentech. A new video gives travellers… DUBAI SKY POD: Dubai’s futuristic Sky Pods transport system (Video)
Ajman Free Zone extends its reach to more countries in middle Asia and East Europe
Wednesday, May 8, 2019Ajman Free Zone has signed a partnership deal with Ipravo, a Kazakhstan based business consultancy company to represent AFZ in some central Asia and East Europe countries. This is part of AFZ’s ambitious plans to promote its services in main markets across the world and attract more businesses by highlighting the myriad benefits of establishing… Ajman Free Zone extends its reach to more countries in middle Asia and East Europe
