UAE News
Emirates plane damaged in aborted take-off
Monday, January 14, 2019An Emirates plane was damaged after it was forced to abort a take-off in Cairo because on an unauthorised vehicle on the runway. “Unexpected braking at high speed caused damage to the tyres and the aircraft returned back to the terminal,” the airline said in a statement on Monday. Flight EK 928 from Cairo to… Emirates plane damaged in aborted take-off
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week begins with message from China’s president
Monday, January 14, 2019The UAE’s leaders watched on as Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week officially got under way on Monday with a message of support from the President of China. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, arrived alongside Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces,… Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week begins with message from China’s president
Child killer will face death penalty, Abu Dhabi court rules
Sunday, January 13, 2019The National — A man who raped and strangled an 11-year-old boy on the roof of an apartment building in Abu Dhabi will be sentenced to death, the Court of Cassation has ruled. Athan Janjua was returning from a mosque across the street from his home when he was brutally attacked by Mohsen Bilal in… Child killer will face death penalty, Abu Dhabi court rules
First Vegan Fashion Week to be held in February in Los Angeles
Sunday, January 13, 2019We are all familiar with the runways of New York, London, Milan and Paris. Many of us are even au fait with Pitti Uomo and Haute Couture. Now, however, there is a new event to add to the fashion calendar: Vegan Fashion Week. The event will take place in Los Angeles, which is fitting given… First Vegan Fashion Week to be held in February in Los Angeles
Andy Murray leaves tennis with a lasting legacy and a place in the history books (Video)
Sunday, January 13, 2019The National — The tributes and outpouring of support have said it all. Tennis players past and present have used their social media platforms and Australian Open press conferences to stand alongside Andy Murray after the greatest British player of the modern era announced his impending and premature retirement. A career that has included three… Andy Murray leaves tennis with a lasting legacy and a place in the history books (Video)
Two zookeepers attacked by jaguar at Al Ain Zoo
Wednesday, January 9, 2019The accident happened on Sunday but only came to light on Wednesday. The incident is believed to have occurred due to human error when an interior cage door was left open, contravening the zoo’s strict safety protocols. A fire extinguisher may have saved the lives of two big cat keepers at Al Ain Zoo on… Two zookeepers attacked by jaguar at Al Ain Zoo
Start the New Year with savings through My Emirates Pass
Wednesday, January 9, 2019Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced the return of My Emirates Pass, an exclusive seasonal pass that turns an Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership package, allowing customers to take advantage of fantastic discounts and benefits in over 500 locations across the UAE. Emirates’ customers now have more reasons to start off… Start the New Year with savings through My Emirates Pass
UAE’s first fully electric bus now in service in Abu Dhabi
Tuesday, January 8, 2019The National — The UAE’s first fully electric bus is now in service in Abu Dhabi — and passengers can ride it for free for the next few months. The Eco-Bus, launched by Masdar, is serving a six-stop route between Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi Central Bus Station and Masdar City. The bus has been added… UAE’s first fully electric bus now in service in Abu Dhabi
Dubai princess shares unseen wedding videos to mark her first anniversary (Video)
Tuesday, January 8, 2019The National — Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed, the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has posted unseen footage of her fairy tale wedding on social media to mark her first anniversary as a married woman. The princess married Sheikh Suhail bin Ahmed Al Maktoum on January 5, 2018 in… Dubai princess shares unseen wedding videos to mark her first anniversary (Video)
Golden Globes winners 2019: Lady Gaga, Rami Malek, Roma and Sandra Oh (Video)
Monday, January 7, 2019The National — Lady Gaga won for A Star Is Born, Christian Bale thanked the antichrist for inspiration in playing former US vice president Dick Cheney and co-host Sandra Oh took home an award, too, after speaking passionately about “faces of change” at the 76th Golden Globes. Politics were largely absent from the ceremony on… Golden Globes winners 2019: Lady Gaga, Rami Malek, Roma and Sandra Oh (Video)
