UAE News
Emirates becomes first airline to conduct on-site rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers
Saturday, April 18, 2020Emirates in coordination with Dubai Health Authority (DHA) will be introducing additional precautions. Passengers on today’s flight to Tunisia were all tested for COVID-19 before departing from Dubai. Emirates is the first airline to conduct on-site rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers. The quick blood test was conducted by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and… Emirates becomes first airline to conduct on-site rapid COVID-19 tests for passengers
LVMH Watch Brands Leave Baselworld
Saturday, April 18, 2020The Swiss watch Manufactures of the LVMH Group, including the LVMH Watchmaking Division (TAG Heuer, Hublot and Zenith) and the House of Bvlgari, have taken note of the departure of Rolex, Tudor, Patek Philippe, Chanel and Chopard from the Baselworld show scheduled for January 2021. Within this context of clearly weakened representation of the Swiss… LVMH Watch Brands Leave Baselworld
Ma’an launched the ‘Together We Are Good’ programme
Friday, April 17, 2020Abu Dhabi: The Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an has announced it has started working to provide a new food support scheme in Abu Dhabi for people whose income has been affected by the current health and economic situation. Individuals, couples or families most affected and those who meet the conditions can apply for support… Ma’an launched the ‘Together We Are Good’ programme
Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Chopard and Tudor leave Baselworld
Tuesday, April 14, 2020Geneva, 14 April 2020 – Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Chopard and Tudor leave Baselworld to create a new watch trade show in Geneva with the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie. The will be held early April 2021 at Palexpo, at the same time as Watches & Wonders. This departure follows a number of unilateral decisions… Rolex, Patek Philippe, Chanel, Chopard and Tudor leave Baselworld
Nakheel pledges AED230 million in financial support for customers
Tuesday, April 14, 2020Master developer Nakheel today announced an AED230 million economic relief package for customers in the wake of the Covid-19 outbreak. The initiative is in line with the economic stimulus launched under the direction of H.H Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and announced… Nakheel pledges AED230 million in financial support for customers
Emirates announces limited passenger flights to more cities
Monday, April 13, 2020Emirates is planning to operate passenger services to Jakarta, Manila Taipei, Chicago, Tunis, Algeria, and Kabul in addition to the already commenced operation to London and Frankfurt. These services will facilitate residents and visitors wishing to return home. Passengers will be able to book directly on emirates.com or via their travel agent. Only citizens of the… Emirates announces limited passenger flights to more cities
Breguet unveils new timepieces in it’s classique and Marine lines
Sunday, April 12, 2020Thanks to its mastery in the art of engine-turning, Breguet has given two iconic models from its Classique collection, the 7137 and the 7337, a new look. These new models come in rose gold with a silvered gold dial and, on a more contemporary note, in white gold with a gold dial in “Breguet blue”… Breguet unveils new timepieces in it’s classique and Marine lines
BVLGARI is launching an exclusive SERPENTI forever capsule collection for Ramadan
Sunday, April 12, 2020Bvlgari is launching an exclusive Serpenti Forever Capsule Collection to celebrate the Holy Month with a touch of Roman glamour. Drawing inspiration from the combination of emeralds with yellow gold featured in many iconic pieces of the Bvlgari Heritage Collection, as well as being recognized as the Master of Colored Gemstones, Bvlgari, the Roman Jeweller… BVLGARI is launching an exclusive SERPENTI forever capsule collection for Ramadan
Namshi partners with Dubai Cares this Ramadan
Wednesday, April 8, 2020This Ramadan, Namshi releases a poem, sharing a message of hope and solidarity with their community. In times of worldwide unrest, the company’s vision is to strengthen the spirit of Ramadan. Each year, the company launches a new charity initiative, and this year is no different. For the first time, Namshi has partnered… Namshi partners with Dubai Cares this Ramadan
UAE sends 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Kazakhstan to fight COVID-19
Wednesday, April 8, 2020The United Arab Emirates aid plane carrying approximately 13 tonnes of medical supplies was dispatched to Kazakhstan to assist the country in combating the COVID-19 pandemic, benefitting over 10,000 healthcare professionals. This initiative is part of the UAE’s commitment to cooperating with countries working to combat the COVID-19 outbreak in order to bolster global efforts… UAE sends 13 tonnes of medical supplies to Kazakhstan to fight COVID-19
