UAE News
Emirates and flydubai partnership reaches new heights
Sunday, January 20, 2019The strategic partnership between Dubai’s two airlines, Emirates and flydubai, continues to open up the world for travellers since its launch 14 months ago, and is set to grow even further in 2019 with new codeshare destinations to be added. The partnership, which came into effect at the end of October 2017, has since delivered… Emirates and flydubai partnership reaches new heights
UAE and Saudi Arabia unveil seven point co-operation plan including new cryptocurrency
Sunday, January 20, 2019The UAE and Saudi Arabia have unveiled a landmark agreement that will see the two countries co-operate in the development of a joint cryptocurrency, a form of customs union and a plan to ensure goods and supplies flowed in the event of a crisis. It also included a plan to allow Saudi and Emirati SMEs… UAE and Saudi Arabia unveil seven point co-operation plan including new cryptocurrency
Al Habtoor Group denies any link or relationship with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises
Wednesday, January 16, 201916 January 2019 – In an official statement, released to the media, Al Habtoor Group announced its wish to clarify that the Group and all its divisions, including Habtoor Hospitality (AKA Habtoor Hotels) have no link or relationship of any kind with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises (HTE) and its owner Rashid Al Habtoor. This is… Al Habtoor Group denies any link or relationship with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises
Azerbaijan’s Trade House opens in Dubai
Tuesday, January 15, 2019Azerbaijan’s Trade House opened in Dubai on Jan. 15, Trend reports referring to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Economy. A special information office will operate in the Trade House, where anyone can get detailed information on Azerbaijan, including tourism. The opening of the Trade House will contribute to increasing export of non-oil products to the UAE,… Azerbaijan’s Trade House opens in Dubai
Mercedes recalls vehicles in the UAE over software issues
Tuesday, January 15, 2019A number of Mercedes-Benz models are being recalled in the UAE after issues with software systems emerged. Gargash Enterprises and Emirates Motor Company announced that 2018 models of the Maybach S 560 4Matic, AMG S 63 4Matic, AMG S63 4Matic Plus, S 450 4Matic and the S 560 4Matic were being recalled after a defect… Mercedes recalls vehicles in the UAE over software issues
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)
