UAE News
Portland Tiara theft: Diamond crown described as ‘national treasure’ stolen
Saturday, November 24, 2018The priceless heirloom – made by Cartier in 1902 – was pinched along with a diamond brooch from the Portland Collection Gallery Police are hunting a gang of thieves who smashed into an armoured glass display case at a historic estate before fleeing with a priceless diamond tiara. The famous Portland Tiara – seen by… Portland Tiara theft: Diamond crown described as ‘national treasure’ stolen
Emirates Group announces half-year performance for 2018-19
Tuesday, November 20, 2018The Emirates Group today announced its half-year results for 2018-19. The Group saw steady revenue growth compared to the same period last year, however profits were impacted by the significant rise in oil prices, and unfavourable currency movements in certain markets, amidst other challenges for the airline and travel industry. The Emirates Group revenue was AED… Emirates Group announces half-year performance for 2018-19
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Chechen president
Tuesday, November 20, 2018Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, held a Sea Palace Barza on Monday where he met with Chechen President, Ramzan Kadyrov, and delegates attending the Interfaith Alliance for Safer Communities forum. At Qasr Al Bahr Majlis, Sheikh Mohamed and President Kadyrov… Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed meets Chechen president
Hail celebrates King Salman’s visit in Al Magawat
Tuesday, November 20, 2018Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud visited Hail as part of his tour to the northern region, where he inaugurated many development projects in health, education and civil servicing sectors. King Salman accompanied by 350 delegates including the Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, deputy prime minister and minister… Hail celebrates King Salman’s visit in Al Magawat
Etihad launches new brand platform: ‘Choose Well’ (Video)
Tuesday, November 20, 2018Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has launched a new brand platform: ‘Choose Well’. The airline’s new customer proposition is an invitation for all to make choices about how they travel and to journey on their own terms. It is also a validation that Etihad’s customers, partners, guests and employees are at the… Etihad launches new brand platform: ‘Choose Well’ (Video)
Plan b Group to promote ‘Visit St Petersburg’ tourism activities in the UAE
Tuesday, November 20, 2018Dubai based Plan b Group has successfully bid for the ‘Visit St. Petersburg’ account. The acquisition of the destination marketing initiative mandates Plan b Group to promote St Petersburg within the UAE as a choice destination for business and leisure. Additionally, Plan b Group Founder & Chairman, Harmeek Singh has been appointed as ‘Visit St… Plan b Group to promote ‘Visit St Petersburg’ tourism activities in the UAE
The lake of love: Crown Prince of Dubai unveils new heart-shaped lake
Sunday, November 18, 2018Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammad, Crown Prince of Dubai, has unveiled an unusual man-made lake in Dubai — it is shaped like two interlocking love hearts. The Crown Prince of Dubai, who uses the name faz3 on Instagram, posted the image of the sight at Al Qudra Lakes in the emirate, along with the message: “To… The lake of love: Crown Prince of Dubai unveils new heart-shaped lake
Dubai plans to live monitor 60 per cent of roads in new Dh590m scheme to cut congestion
Sunday, November 18, 2018Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has given the green-light to a Dh590m traffic scheme aimed at cutting congestion and slashing accident response times. The expanded smart traffic system will monitor 60 per cent of the emirate’s traffic in real-time – a sharp increase on the current coverage of 11 per cent. The increased monitoring… Dubai plans to live monitor 60 per cent of roads in new Dh590m scheme to cut congestion
Gemfields introduces ‘Inkalamu’, the 5,655 carat Lion Emerald
Wednesday, November 14, 2018Gemfields is honoured to announce the discovery of ‘Inkalamu’, the Lion Emerald, a 5,655 carat Zambian emerald crystal with remarkable clarity and a perfectly balanced golden green hue. Inkalamu was discovered at Kagem, the world’s largest emerald mine, which is 75% owned by Gemfields and 25% by the Industrial Development Corporation of Zambia… Gemfields introduces ‘Inkalamu’, the 5,655 carat Lion Emerald
Dry night announced for Dubai next week as UAE marks religious occasion
Wednesday, November 14, 2018Hotels and restaurants in Dubai will refrain from serving alcohol next Monday, November 19 and Tuesday, November 20 as the Emirates marks the Prophet Mohammed’s birth. The period will last from 5pm on Monday until 6pm on Tuesday, according to a circular issued by Dubai Tourism to hotels, resorts, restaurants, leisure and sports clubs, tourist… Dry night announced for Dubai next week as UAE marks religious occasion
