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Emirati astronauts complete training at European Astronaut Centre in Germany

03 Jul 2019

WAM – The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, MBRSC, announced that Emirati astronauts Hazzaa AlMansoori and Sultan AlNeyadi have completed their training at the European Astronaut Centre, EAC, of the European Space Agency, ESA, in Cologne, Germany.

The training focused on the European unit, Columbus, onboard the International Space Station, ISS. Part of the training was attended by Yousuf Hamad AlShaibani, Director-General of MBRSC, and Salem AlMarri, Assistant Director-General for... Read More

Noor Abu Dhabi solar plant begins commercial operation

03 Jul 2019

On the eve of the United Nations Abu Dhabi Climate Meeting, set to begin on Sunday, the Emirates Water and Electricity Company announced that the 1,177 megawatt Noor Abu Dhabi solar plant has started commercial operation.

The plant will offset the emirate’s C02 emissions by 1 million metric tons, effectively taking 200,000 cars off the roads. With 3.2 million solar panels installed across an 8 square kilometre site, Noor Abu Dhabi is the world’s single largest solar project.

It... Read More

Retail Abu Dhabi Season of Sales Returns for Summer #inAbuDhabiExtravaganza

02 Jul 2019

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced its summer promotions to give residents and visitors sensational opportunities for shopping, dining and entertainment in both Abu Dhabi and Al Ain cities. The Summer #inAbuDhabi extravaganza, running from 27 June to August 3, will offer deals across theme parks, museums, hotels and restaurants, giving families, friends and visitors endless options to escape the summer heat.

In addition, the highly... Read More

Breguet celebrates Tourbillon Day

02 Jul 2019

Five years later, in 1806, the public turned out in large numbers to attend the National Exhibition of Industrial Products in Paris, where visitors were able to marvel at this incredible invention. As the custodian of one of the greatest creations in watchmaking history, House of Breguet invites fans, enthusiasts, and collectors to celebrate Tourbillon Day on June 26th. On this day, Breguet boutiques across the globe offer visitors the chance to discover its collections and learn more about... Read More

Belarus, United Arab Emirates to develop cooperation in education

30 Jun 2019

WAM – Belarus and the United Arab Emirates signed a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in education in Minsk on Friday, reported Belarusian Telegraph Agency (BelTA).

The document was signed by Belarus Education Minister Igor Karpenko and UAE Minister of Education Hussain Al Hammadi.

"The memorandum creates the foundations for mutually beneficial cooperation between the countries. We also welcome ties between institutions of education, for example, universities. The... Read More

New Zombie Apocalypse Park to launch in Dubai in 2020

30 Jun 2019

Dubai is about to get a new theme park that may make you scream more than the usual rollercoasters and rides.

A new zombie-themed attraction has been announced, which will bring live shows, a virtual-reality cinema, escape games and spooky challenges to the city, all powered by glow-in-the-dark technology.

The Zombie Apocalypse Park will be located at The Night Market in Deira Islands, an in-construction quayside destination that will be the world’s largest night market when it... Read More

Kim Kardashian's Kimono shapewear line faces criticism from Japan

30 Jun 2019

The National -- When it comes to income streams, Kim Kardashian has her finger in many pies. And, she's about to add another one to the mix: the reality star announced a new shapewear line on Twitter on Tuesday.

The website for the yet-to-launch underwear line says the items can "enhance, smooth, lift or sculpt", however the top responses to Kardashian's tweets on the new launch point out that the name's appropriation of traditional Japanese garb is misguided.

Yes, we're sure... Read More

Belarus-UAE visa free regime of travel

30 Jun 2019

On June 24, 2019 the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the United Arab Emirates hosted the signing ceremony of the Protocol on Amendments to the Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Belarus and the Government of the United Arab Emirates on the mutual exemption of visas for holders of diplomatic, official and special passports.

In accordance with the Protocol the citizens of the Republic of Belarus, holders of the valid national passports, will... Read More

Emirates brings summertime zest to its menus

27 Jun 2019

Emirates is refreshing its summer menus to incorporate seasonal fruits. With over 110 million meals served a year, Emirates chefs constantly create destination-inspired menus using fresh, seasonal ingredients that cater to a global palate.

In the next two months, Emirates will launch a range of seasonal menu items on select routes. The special offering will incorporate flavors from the summer harvest - from strawberries and cream paired in Eton Mess for United Kingdom routes to... Read More

UAE foreign minister calls for de-escalation of tensions in the region

27 Jun 2019

The foreign minister of the United Arab Emirates said on Wednesday that "clear, scientific and convincing" evidence was required on recent attacks on oil tankers in the Gulf region.

Foreign Minister Shaikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who was speaking in Moscow at a press conference with his Russian counterpart that was broadcast on Al Arabiya TV, also called for de-escalation of tensions in the region.

“Expanding international cooperation to protect ships in waterways was... Read More