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Rolls-Royce confirms the name of its long-awaited first SUV (Video)

14 Feb 2018

The National -- The long-awaited new SUV from Rolls-Royce will be called the Cullinan, the British brand has announced.

The super-luxury vehicle, which will be the first SUV by the grand old carmaker, is not being officially labelled an SUV: the company is, instead, referring to is as "high-sided vehicle".

It had previously been developed under the project name Cullinan, but it had been expected that it would be given a new name.

The Cullinan will go up against similarly... Read More

22 illegal immigrants caught trying to enter UAE in cement mixer

14 Feb 2018

The National -- A cement mixer driver was caught trying to smuggle 22 illegal immigrants into the country at the Khatam customs centre, police said on Tuesday.

Last week, the federal customs authority and Sharjah Police discovered the stowaways, who included a girl of African origin and 21 Asians, hiding in the cement mixer of the vehicle.

Customs were tipped off about the illegal smuggling attempt and so stepped up inspections at the border.

“We received reports about a... Read More

Spectacular Chinese New Year Celebrations in Dubai

13 Feb 2018

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), is cementing Dubai’s position as one of the top destinations to celebrate Chinese New Year with ten days of Chinese festivities happening across the city.

Running from 15 - 24 February, there will be a whole host of activities celebrating Chinese New Year for residents and visitors to enjoy, from traditional Chinese dining offerings to breathtaking shows including contortionist dancers, acrobat wheel and a... Read More

В результате пожара в здании в Шардже погибли пять человек

13 Feb 2018

Пять человек, в том числе двое детей, погибли, задохнувшись от дыма в результате внезапно вспыхнувшего в их квартирах пожара. Трагедия случилась в полуденное время в понедельник. Директор Управления гражданской обороны Шарджи полковник Сами Аль Накби сообщил, что жертвы погибли, пытаясь спастись от огня. Их квартиры были расположены на первом этаже четырехэтажного здания в районе Аль-Бутайнах в Шардже. Два соседа подтвердили, что огонь начался где-то между 12:30 и 13:00. Бригадир Мухаммед Рашид... Read More

Sharjah building fire killed five

13 Feb 2018

The National -- Five people including two children died when they were asphyxiated in a fire that gutted part of their apartment building early on Monday morning.

Sharjah Civil Defence director Colonel Sami Al Naqbi said that the victims perished while trying to escape.

Their apartments were located on the first of a four-storey building in the Al Butainah area of Sharjah.

Damage caused by the blaze could be seen around the windows of one apartment, which is located in a... Read More

Robots and Flying Cars: Dubai’s Sheikh Mohammed Opens ‘Museum of the Future’ (Video)

13 Feb 2018

Al Bawaba -- The museum will offer visitors an interactive experience about the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it will affect different aspects of life, offering an exciting way to discover tomorrow’s trends and opportunities.

Accompanying Sheikh Mohammed on his tour were Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed; Minister of Cabinet Affairs and the Future and Chairman of the World Government Summit Mohammed Abdullah Al Gergawi; Minister of State for Happiness and... Read More

Shuttle bus between RAK and Dubai airport launches

13 Feb 2018

The National -- Now you can take a shuttle bus from Dubai airport to Ras Al Khaimah.

It's the latest move to boost tourism and make it easier for people to visit the emirate.

The service costs Dh20 each way, can be booked online at www.rakshuttle.com and will take customers from terminals 1 and 3 at Dubai International and drop them at all the main hotels in RAK. WiFi, water bottles and maps will be available on board.

The move was announced on Monday and comes in... Read More

Saudi cleric says abaya no longer necessary for women

13 Feb 2018

The National -- Saudi women need not wear the abaya, a senior member of the country's top clerical body has said.

The move comes amid reform attempts — including greater freedoms for women — being led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

Sheikh Abdullah Al Mutlaq, a member of the Council of Senior Scholars, said Muslim women should dress modestly, but that this did not necessitate wearing the abaya.

"More than 90 per cent of pious Muslim women in the Muslim world do not... Read More

Chinese New Year Celebrations at World's Biggest Mall

12 Feb 2018

This Chinese New Year, visitors will be able to explore China’s vast provinces through various region-specific artforms including music, traditional dance, arts, crafts and cultural demonstrations. With themed décor depicting art from various provinces ‘China Art’ at The Dubai Mall presents a culturally enriching programme this Chinese New Year.

The Star Atrium will be the hub of festivities where a giant Chinese pagoda – an iconic symbol of traditional Chinese architecture,... Read More

Her Excellency, Ms Li Lingbing Consul General of China to Open Special Chinese New Year Show on Festival Bay

12 Feb 2018

Celebrating the ‘Year of the Dog’, Dubai Festival City Mall is the place to be this Chinese New Year from the 15th to the 24th February with special offers and events across 90 outlets for shoppers to enjoy.

The two-time Guinness World Record breaking, show like no other - IMAGINE, will celebrate with a special not to be missed Chinese New Year show. ‘Festival Bay will turn red’ in celebration of the Chinese lucky colour, a symbolism for joy and fortune.

GRAZIA Middle East... Read More