UAE News
UAE and Russia to send first Emirati astronaut to space
Sunday, June 24, 2018His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, said that sending the first Emirati astronaut to space will herald the beginning of a new era for the UAE and represents another step towards achieving the country’s vision and aspirations in the space sector. His Highness’s comment… UAE and Russia to send first Emirati astronaut to space
UAE in push to promote cooperation with Kazakhstan
Sunday, June 24, 2018KAZINFORM – The Kazakhstan Embassy in the UAE concluded its preparations for the planned official visit of a high-level Emirati delegation comprising 22 businessmen, chairmen of board of directors and executives from leading Emirati companies that operate in various sectors, which will be held from 3rd to 6th July, 2018, WAM reports. The visit will… UAE in push to promote cooperation with Kazakhstan
A Schengen visa can rise in price twice
Thursday, June 21, 2018The ambassadors of the European Union approved a mandate to commence negotiations on amending the visa code. Now, the mechanisms for effective migration management will discuss with the European Parliament, reports the Chronicle.info with reference on the Facts. “The new rules of registration of visas will give us another tool to respond to actions of… A Schengen visa can rise in price twice
The Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai opens its doors
Thursday, June 21, 2018Bvlgari’s latest luxury hotel has finally opened its doors on June 20th in Shanghai. Located on the banks of Suzhou Creek and part of the Suhe Creek riverside urban revitalization project created by leading Chinese developer OCT, The Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai is the sixth jewel of Bvlgari’s hospitality collection. This newest addition to The Bvlgari… The Bvlgari Hotel Shanghai opens its doors
Cuper to quit his Egypt post after the World Cup
Wednesday, June 20, 2018According to the Algerian newspaper El Watan, the Egyptian Football Association has already approved Hector Cuper’s departure after their upcoming match against Saudi Arabia at midnight AEST on Monday night. Cuper took the job in 2015 and has led the Pharaohs to their first World Cup finals since 1990. In 2017, he also steered the… Cuper to quit his Egypt post after the World Cup
Saudi Arabia moves ahead with Salwa canal plan
Wednesday, June 20, 2018Saudi Arabia’s deadline for accepting tenders to dig a 60-kilometre canal that will turn Qatar into an island will be June 25. Five international companies with expertise in digging canals have so far submitted their tenders for the Salwa canal inside the territories of Saudi Arabia and alongside the Saudi-Qatari borders. The name of the… Saudi Arabia moves ahead with Salwa canal plan
‘Indecent costume’ led to Saudi entertainment chief’s dismissal
Wednesday, June 20, 2018A heavy onslaught by conservatives who objected to women donning “indecent costumes” has reportedly led to the dismissal of the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Ahmad Al Khatib, from his position. Pictures and short clips of a woman in a pink figure-hugging costume performing in a circus in the capital Riyadh were… ‘Indecent costume’ led to Saudi entertainment chief’s dismissal
Emiratis told to keep out of these countries
Wednesday, June 20, 2018Authorities in the UAE have issued a travel advisory to more than 10 countries, and warned Emiratis against travelling to three countries. As schools come to a close and families gear up for their annual summer holiday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) has warned travellers against visiting certain countries due to… Emiratis told to keep out of these countries
Jumeirah Group hires former Michelin Guide exec Michael Ellis
Tuesday, June 19, 2018The first non-French person to head the Michelin Guides said Monday that he is leaving the world’s most prestigious restaurant guides. American Michael Ellis said that he was joining the Dubai-based luxury hotel chain Jumeirah after seven years with the red guides. The soft-spoken Ellis, who previously worked for the French tyre maker’s motorcycle division,… Jumeirah Group hires former Michelin Guide exec Michael Ellis
Change at the top for Bottega Veneta
Tuesday, June 19, 2018News last week that Tomas Maier was stepping down as creative director of Bottega Venetta was all the more unexpected given that his tenure at the brand has been widely lauded as a success. But his successor, Daniel Lee, has already been named. Personally picked by Tom Ford for the role, Maier spent 17 successful… Change at the top for Bottega Veneta
