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The Last Known Painting by Leonardo da Vinci Just Sold for $450.3 Million (Video)
18 Nov 2017
Artnet -- After weeks of anticipation, it finally happened: Leonardo da Vinci‘s Salvator Mundi (circa 1500), billed as the last known painting by the Renaissance master in private hands, sold at Christie’s for $450.3 million (including buyer’s premium) becoming the most expensive painting ever sold at auction. It is, by far, the most expensive work of art ever sold at auction. In fact, the price is more than double the next most expensive work ever sold, Picasso’s Les femmes d’Alger (Version... Read More
Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs honours UAE Ambassador
18 Nov 2017
MOSCOW, 16th November, 2017 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, has honoured Omar Saif Ghobash, the outgoing Ambassador of the UAE, in recognition of his tireless and continued work to enhance the ties between the UAE and Russia.
The Russian Deputy Foreign Minister and Special Presidential Envoy for the Middle East and North Africa, Mikhail Bogdanov, received Mr. Ghobash at the end of his mission as an Ambassador to Russia, at the ministry.
Bogdanov praised... Read More
UAE National Day 2017 holidays for public sector announced
18 Nov 2017
The UAE Government has announced public holidays ahead of National Day on December 2, Commemoration Day on November 30 and the Prophet's birthday.
Government offices will be closed on Thursday November 30 to December 3 as the country celebrates its 46th birthday, according to Wam.
Offices will reopen on Monday, December 4.
Celebrations throughout the country will commemorate the UAE’s formal nationalisation from the British Protectorate Treaties.
UAE schools... Read More
Tolerance is an indispensable value of the UAE people: Mohammad Bin Rashid
16 Nov 2017
The UAE and tolerance are two sides of the same coin, His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has tweeted ahead of the international day for tolerance.
"Tolerance is an indispensable value of the UAE people and a guarantee for future development," he added.
"Tomorrow marks the international day for tolerance. This day comes with the tolerant county- UAE - is better off and its people are the happiest... Read More
Modest Fashion Week is coming to Dubai
16 Nov 2017
The National -- Having already taken place in Istanbul last year, and in London this May, Modest Fashion Week is coming to Dubai on December 8 and 9, at Burj Park. The event will host hijab-wearing models Halima Aden and Mariah Idrissi, both of whom will be taking to the runway.
A showcase for regional and worldwide modest designers, Modest Fashion Week will feature more than 30 shows and 60 booths, plus workshops, and fashion and art exhibitions. In addition there will be the... Read More
Pope Francis given a Lamborghini sports car
16 Nov 2017
The Telegraf -- Famously frugal in his tastes, Pope Francis normally favours modest Fiats and Fords when he is driven around on trips abroad, but on Wednesday he took possession of something a little classier – a Lamborghini supercar.
The white-painted, special edition Lamborghini Huracan, which sells for around 180,000 euros, perfectly matched the pope’s white cassock as he blessed it outside the Casa Santa Marta, the guesthouse within the Vatican where he lives.
The Pope will... Read More
flydubai commits to US$ 27 billion order for 225 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft (Video)
16 Nov 2017
Dubai-based flydubai today announced a commitment to a US$27 billion order for 225 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft to support the growth of its fleet. This is the third aircraft order placed by the airline with Boeing in its eight-year history and follows orders placed in 2008 and 2013. This new aircraft order will support its continued expansion within a geographic area that is home to 2.5 billion people.
The airline by the end of the year will have a fleet of 61 Next-Generation Boeing 737-... Read More
Dubai International Motor Show brings more flash cars
15 Nov 2017
The National--A car-tastic feast has arrived in the UAE with the opening of the Dubai International Motor Show, which is held every two years.
Held at the World Trade Centre until November 18, the event features more than 100 global or regional launches, with 550 vehicles on display from more than 150 major exhibitors from 70-plus countries.
Its opening day was marked with a flurry of unveilings, a number of notable local models and even a staycation in a car “hotel”.
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Russian Helicopters Conclude the First Export Contract for the Supply of Mi-171A2
15 Nov 2017
Within the framework of the international exhibition Dubai Airshow 2017, Russian Helicopters (part of State Corporation Rostec) concluded the first export contract for the supply of medium multirole civil helicopter Mi-171A2 with the Indian company Vectra Group.
In accordance with provisions of this agreement, Mi-171A2 will be delivered to the customer in 2018. Moreover, the contract providesfor an option for purchasing of one more helicopter.
"A wide range of potential... Read More
Water park and outdoor cinema to open on Abu Dhabi Corniche in March 2018
15 Nov 2017
The National -- Abu Dhabi residents will be able to catch a movie under the stars or cool off at a water park at the Corniche next spring, according to new plans announced on Tuesday by the Department of Urban Planning and Municipalities.
The Abu Dhabi Corniche Master Plan has been approved by Abu Dhabi Municipality and further details of its first stage, at Lagoon Beach and Blue Walk, were released on Tuesday.
After its completion in March 2018, this section will have a... Read More
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