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Major Deira-bound bridge on Airport Road opens on Friday

15 Sep 2017

Gulf News -- The long-awaited Deira-bound bridge at Marrakech Intersection (adjacent to Emirates airline headquarters) on Airport Road to ease traffic open on Friday, said officials.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) made the announcement on Thursday as part of the second contract of the Airport Road Improvement Project, a Dh404-million initiative to accommodate a surge in the number of airport passengers expected to surpass 92 million by 2020.

The new structure is... Read More

Speed limit on Shaikh Mohammed Bin Zayed and Emirates Roads reduced

14 Sep 2017

WAM -- Maximum speed limit on two major highways of Dubai, the Mohammad Bin Zayed road and the Emirates (Bypass) road, has been reduced from 120kmph to 110kmph, with effect from October 15, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Wednesday

The RTA and Dubai Police jointly took the decision to reduce the speed limit on the busy highways following a spate in accidents over the last couple of years.

Motorists have to be wary that as a result of the drop in speed limit... Read More

UAE Armed Forces to perform Union Fortress Show for spectators

14 Sep 2017

The National -- The UAE Armed Forces will put on its largest-ever public demonstration in Sharjah on November 3, in a show that will highlight its role in safeguarding the security of the UAE.

The Union Fortress Show highlights the capabilities of the armed forces, equipment and training to defend the national interests and national security in close cooperation with the other security services in the various emirates, state news agency Wam reported.

The first Union Fortress... Read More

Mega developments of Dubai

13 Sep 2017

Investment in Dubai’s skyline – and coastline – is set to change the shape of the city, and investors are set to benefit. Dubai has earned a reputation over the last decade for embarking on the kinds of bold, pioneering projects that generate global headlines – as well as offering investors some of the most competitive and consistent returns in the world.

With a recent report declaring that Dubai real estate has delivered the best ROI since the Global Financial Crisis – a healthy... Read More

Mega developments of Dubai

13 Sep 2017

With a recent report declaring that Dubai real estate has delivered the best ROI since the Global Financial Crisis – a healthy... Read More

Former editor-at-large to stand trial this month

13 Sep 2017

The National -- Francis Matthew, the editor-at-large of Gulf News, will go on trial at Dubai Criminal Court on September 27 to face charges that he carried out the premeditated killing of his wife.

The British expat, 60, will stand accused of murdering the 62-year-old with a hammer at their home in Jumeirah on July 3.

Police were called to their home by Matthew on July 4, who reported that she had been assaulted by thieves. Prosecutors later said this was not the case.

Dubai Land Department joins hand with UC Forward for Chinese market

13 Sep 2017

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has appointed UC Forward Marketing as its ‘Real Estate Promotion Trustee’ for the Chinese market. The announcement was made on 12th September at Cityscape Global, where the two parties confirmed their joint objective of securing AED 1 billion worth of Chinese investment for Dubai’s real estate market. As part of the agreement, UC Forward has established its own counter at DLD’s office in Al Fahidi Hall to provide free Chinese and English language consultancy... Read More

Upcoming Events In Dubai

13 Sep 2017

Dubai offers a rare opportunity to indulge in an immersive shopping journey where everything that you buy, see and experience is a gift waiting to be uncovered and cherished, whether it is incredible shopping, amazing winnings or spectacular entertainment.

01 September - 04 September 2017

Eid Al Adha

Eid Al Adha is a time of gratitude in the Islamic calendar. Muslims are grateful for the opportunity of Hajj pilgrimage for themselves and for others. To honour this... Read More

Etihad Airways celebrate fashion at exclusive event in Abu Dhabi

13 Sep 2017

Etihad Airways and celebrated British designer Julien Macdonald OBE hosted an intimate celebration of fashion last night at the UAE national airline’s state-of-the-art Innovation Training Academy in Abu Dhabi. Etihad Airways is a sponsor of 17 annual Fashion Weeks around the world, in partnership with WME | IMG.

The exclusive event, which showcased some of Julien Macdonald’s creations, was also attended by renowned stylist Karl Plewka, fashion and lifestyle media, up-and-coming... Read More

Emirates Welcomes its 100th A380 Aircraft with Celebratory Deals

13 Sep 2017

Emirates will celebrate a milestone in aviation history when it welcomes the delivery of its 100th A380 aircraft later this year. For a limited time only, Bahraini travellers can join in the celebration with special fares to South East Asia, Europe, Africa, Australia and North America.

Bookings have to be made from 12 September to 21 September 2017, for travel between 15 September and 7 December 2017. Terms and conditions apply.

Celebratory A380 fares to popular destinations... Read More