DUBAI: Under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, Wife of Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the landmark 10th edition of the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters came to an end on Saturday, announcing Shanshan Feng, who strolled to a record 12-shot victory, as this year’s tournament winner.
Princess Haya attended the prize giving ceremony to present the winner’s trophy.
"I am really... Read More
Private and public sectors to get holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Mohammad
13 December 2015
Dubai: The UAE public sector will have a holiday on December 24 to celebrate the birthday of Prophet Mohammad (PBUH).
The private sector will also have a holiday on the same date, the Ministry of Labour announced on Sunday.
Read MoreThe Infiniti Mega Raffle, one of the most awaited attractions at the annual Dubai Shopping Festival, has received an overwhelming response even before the start of the festival’s 21st edition.
Since ticket sales commenced on 1 November, Infiniti Mega Raffle ticket kiosks at key locations in the... Read More
ABU DHABI, 13th December, 2015 (WAM) -- Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, has said that the upcoming visit of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces to China is an embodiment of the Crown Prince's keenness to develop friendly relations of cooperation with all countries.
He added that the visit also confirms the UAE's successful foreign... Read More
World’s Longest Painting created, to raise awareness about autism, spearheaded by Al Tayer Group
13 December 2015
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ today confirmed the successful attempt to create the world’s longest painting at an impressive 10.85 km, as recorded by their official adjudicator Mr. Samer Khallouf, at an event held at Dubai Autodrome. This was the result of an eight-month long campaign titled ‘I’m Different Just Like You’, spearheaded by Al Tayer Group, in partnership... Read More
Emirates' passengers will be able to fly the longest flight in the world to Panama City with Emirates at special pre-launch fares.
13 December 2015
Travellers can enjoy a direct daily flight from Dubai to Panama City from February 1, 2016.
Fares start at Dh7,205 in Economy Class, and Business Class fares from Dh20,525 to Panama City.
The offer is valid for booking from Thursday for outbound travel between February 1 to March 23, 2016. Emirates also... Read More
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CP's visit to China illustrates UAE's successful foreign policy, says Shaikh Nahyan13 December 2015
The visit of His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to China comes amid changing and evolving global circumstances, a UAE minister has said.
Shaikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, explained that both countries are... Read More
Initiative to bring in $2.5 trillion to China in decade
13 December 2015
Abu Dhabi: Launched by Chinese President Xi Jinping in late 2013, the “One Belt, One Road” initiative aims to re-establish the old Silk Road trade route both on land and sea to boost trade and infrastructure across Eurasia.
The initiative which stretches from Hungary to Indonesia, essentially connects Asia to Western Europe (by land), and to East Africa (by sea), spanning infrastructure projects... Read More
RAK Tourism Authority to unlock 7,000-year-old sites
13 December 2015
Abu Dhabi: The UAE’s brand of hospitality has long been viewed as a lavish one; more luxury retail brands than you can name and all under the same roof, extravagant hotels, and neck-bendingly tall buildings in a country that has been dubbed as the “land of superlatives”.
However, the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah is working on adding a new offering to that glamorous mix; archaeology (7,000 years worth of... Read More
Dubai Municipality to unveil Dh30 million project ‘Art by day and Glow by Night’ at Zabeel Park before Christmas
13 December
Dubai A unique attraction Dubai Garden Glow will open in the city this month offering a variety of art and entertainment experiences to visitors.
Dubai Municipality will unveil the Dh30 million Dubai Garden Glow project in Zabeel Park before Christmas this month as final date of opening is still being finalised, said, a spokesperson for the project... Read More