UAE News
UNWTO: International Tourism Arrivals Hit Record High in 2017
Thursday, August 30, 2018Growth in arrivals was echoed by generated by UNWTO Tourism Highlights 2018 Edition’ shows that international tourist arrivals reached a total of 1,323 million in 2017, some 84 million more than the previous year and a new record. The sector has now seen uninterrupted growth in arrivals for eight straight years. 2017’s growth was the… UNWTO: International Tourism Arrivals Hit Record High in 2017
UAE September fuel prices: petrol and diesel to increase marginally
Thursday, August 30, 2018Petrol prices in the UAE will marginally increase in September, ENOC announced today. Here’s the breakdown: • Super 98: Dh2.59 a litre (up from Dh2.57 in July) • Special 95: Dh2.48 (up from Dh2.46) • Diesel: Dh2.64 (up from Dh2.63) Since the start of the year, the price at the petrol pumps has been steadily… UAE September fuel prices: petrol and diesel to increase marginally
Revealed: the importance of Dubai to Middle East tourism
Wednesday, August 29, 2018Dubai’s international tourism receipts reached AED77.5 billion ($21.1 billion) last year, making up nearly a third of the Middle East total, according to a new report. The United Nations World Tourism Organisation’s (UNWTO) latest annual report showed that Dubai receipts represented 31.1 percent of the total in the Middle East in 2017, and were 8… Revealed: the importance of Dubai to Middle East tourism
Bvlgari welcomes model and songwriter Kōki, as a new Bvlgari Ambassador
Wednesday, August 29, 2018Growing up in a family accomplished in music and the arts, Kōki, developed deep sensitivity and a keen aesthetic sense. She studied flute and piano from a young age, and her musical talent is now blossoming as a songwriter. At the same time, she is working towards a new dream of becoming a top model.… Bvlgari welcomes model and songwriter Kōki, as a new Bvlgari Ambassador
Japan enlists Airbus and Saudi-backed Uber in flying-car plan
Wednesday, August 29, 2018Japan is making a push to develop flying cars, enlisting companies including Uber Technologies and Boeing in a government-led group to bring airborne vehicles to the country in the next decade. The group will initially comprise 21 businesses and organisations, including Airbus, NEC Corp, a Toyota Motor Corporation-backed startup called Cartivator, ANA Holdings, Japan Airlines,… Japan enlists Airbus and Saudi-backed Uber in flying-car plan
In Saudi Arabia women are allowed to pilot planes
Wednesday, August 29, 2018The Directorate General of civil aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has issued five licenses for female pilots by allowing them to work with the crew commanders for the aircraft of the airline Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia). On Tuesday, August 28, reported Al Arabiya. Issuance of licenses to citizens of Saudi Arabia is part of the… In Saudi Arabia women are allowed to pilot planes
The Emirates Group celebrates ‘Daughters of Zayed’ on Emirati Women’s Day (Video)
Tuesday, August 28, 2018Dubai, UAE, 28 August 2018 – To celebrate Emirati Women’s Day, the Emirates Group unveiled a special video tribute to the late HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, who was a driving force in supporting the advancement of women in the country. Released on Emirates’ social… The Emirates Group celebrates ‘Daughters of Zayed’ on Emirati Women’s Day (Video)
Ruler of Dubai’s daughter to marry member of Abu Dhabi’s Al Nahyan family
Tuesday, August 28, 2018Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is to marry Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, according to posts on royal social media accounts. Royal family members posted congratulatory messages on Instagram following the news of… Ruler of Dubai’s daughter to marry member of Abu Dhabi’s Al Nahyan family
World’s 1st Autonomous Taxi Starts Operating in Tokyo (Video)
Tuesday, August 28, 2018The vehicle, developed by Tokyo-based robot maker ZMP and operated by taxi company Hinomaru Kotsu, ferries passengers along a set 5.3 km route starting near Tokyo Station and ending in the Roppongi entertainment district, Nikkei reported. For the time being, the taxi makes only four return trips per day and reservations have to be made… World’s 1st Autonomous Taxi Starts Operating in Tokyo (Video)
Dubai’s new super-bright LEDs are illuminating streets and powering homes
Monday, August 27, 2018The big switch to more efficient lighting is paying off for Dubai. Transport chiefs say they cut harmful carbon emissions by 5,430 tonnes and saved 12 gigawatt hours in energy last year. It comes after a pilot project to switch to LED lights, amending street lighting hours and switching off lighting in some areas at… Dubai’s new super-bright LEDs are illuminating streets and powering homes
