UAE News
Concerns as new figures show one in four marriages in UAE ends in divorce
Saturday, March 31, 2018The National — One in four marriages in the past decade ended in divorce, according to new figures that sparked worries among members of the Federal National Council. Nationwide statistics showed 27 per cent of couples split between 2006 and 2016. The figure was about the same when it came to expats and Emiratis, at… Concerns as new figures show one in four marriages in UAE ends in divorce
La Perle by Dragone wins Best Theatre Performance (Video)
Saturday, March 31, 2018Shortlisted in a category of 10 top shows, La Perle was victorious, an exciting achievement for the show’s first year. Craig Hartenstine, Executive Producer of La Perle, who collected the award on the night, said: “We’re thrilled to have been awarded this accolade. We thank Al Habtoor Group for making it all possible, Franco Dragone… La Perle by Dragone wins Best Theatre Performance (Video)
500 drones to light up Abu Dhabi skyline in celebration of the Year of Zayed
Friday, March 30, 2018It will be a spectacular end to the Mother of the Nation festival and a first for the Middle East. On Friday and Saturday at 8.20pm, the Abu Dhabi skyline will light up with 500 Intel “shooting star” drones. The LED drones will hover several metres above visitors and light up the sky with the… 500 drones to light up Abu Dhabi skyline in celebration of the Year of Zayed
Salt Bae serves Maradona in Dubai – and nearly brings him to tears (Video)
Thursday, March 29, 2018Nusret Gökçe, aka Salt Bae, seems to have had quite the effect on international football legend, Diego Maradona. The Turkish chef posted a video on his Instagram that shows him serving Maradona ribs at his Dubai restaurant, and pulling the bones out of the ribs. Maradona is then given the chance to sprinkle some coarse… Salt Bae serves Maradona in Dubai – and nearly brings him to tears (Video)
Etisalat warns customers could face service interruption during 5G upgrade
Wednesday, March 28, 2018Etisalat has announced it will upgrade its mobile networks over the next three months as it prepares to meet requirements for 5G networks, Internet of Things, and other cutting-edge technologies. This will take place in stages to ensure smooth and uninterrupted services over the next three months. The company said it would “apologise to customers… Etisalat warns customers could face service interruption during 5G upgrade
Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi brings animation favorites to life in ‘Bedrock’ and ‘Dynamite Gulch’
Wednesday, March 28, 2018Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi, the world’s first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park set to open on Yas Island this summer, has revealed exciting details on Bedrock and Dynamite Gulch, which are inspired by animated characters from Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera such as Marvin The Martian, Road Runner, Wile E. Coyote, Fred Flintstone and… Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi brings animation favorites to life in ‘Bedrock’ and ‘Dynamite Gulch’
Lamborghini Aventador joins the Ministry of Interior’s fleet
Tuesday, March 27, 2018What’s red and white, and goes “nee-nar-nee-nar” at up to 350kph? You might be lucky enough to spot the answer on the UAE’s roads: the Ministry of Interior’s new Lamborghini Aventador Coupe. The latest in a prestigious line of supercars to sport the livery of a UAE Government department, the Aventador joins the past ranks… Lamborghini Aventador joins the Ministry of Interior’s fleet
Apple reveals new education focused iPad (Video)
Tuesday, March 27, 2018Forbes — Apple finally stepped down from the gilded rose gold throne of luxury tablets and sleek, polished laptops to gingerly walk among the commoners at its education event today. With its well fed hand outstretched, each finger adorned with the trophies of past successes, Apple gifted the serfs a pittance. Lower cost iPads with… Apple reveals new education focused iPad (Video)
Russia and OPEC are considering a 10 to 20-year oil alliance
Tuesday, March 27, 2018The National — Saudi Arabia and Russia are working on a historic long-term pact that could extend controls over world crude supplies by major exporters for many years to come. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said that Riyadh and Moscow were considering a longer deal to extend a short-term alliance on oil curbs that… Russia and OPEC are considering a 10 to 20-year oil alliance
More than 50,000 Pajeros in UAE to be recalled over airbag issue
Monday, March 26, 2018The National — The Ministry of Economy has issued a recall for 2013 to 2017 Mitsubishi Pajeros due to possible air bag defects. Repairs are needed for the V90W/V80W model and will be free of charge. No other models are affected. Al Habtoor Motors released a statement: “We regret to inform that due to usage… More than 50,000 Pajeros in UAE to be recalled over airbag issue
