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Dubai Metro Blue Line to commence this year
Monday, February 19, 2024Work on the Dubai Metro Blue Line will commence this year, the Roads and Transport Authority said on Sunday. Set to transform the north-east of the city, the Dh18 billion ($4.9 billion) project will feature 14 stations and add 30km to the Metro network, more than half of it underground. Mattar Al Tayer, director general… Dubai Metro Blue Line to commence this year
Dubai Esports & Games Festival to showcase city’s unbeatable appeal
Friday, February 16, 2024Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced that the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF 2024) will be held from 19 April to 5 May, featuring an… Dubai Esports & Games Festival to showcase city’s unbeatable appeal
The World Governments Summit 2024 aims to shape the future of governments
Thursday, February 15, 2024The World Governments Summit (WGS), which seeks to enhance global solidarity and shape the future of governments for the betterment of humanity through optimal means, has become an eagerly anticipated event worldwide. Launched by the UAE, the summit has garnered increased attention in recent years from governments, policymakers, and the public, playing a significant role… The World Governments Summit 2024 aims to shape the future of governments
Dubai hosted record number of international tourists than ever before in 2023
Friday, February 9, 2024Dubai recorded its best-ever annual tourism performance in 2023, with international tourist arrivals to the emirate increasing by 19.4 per cent annually to 17.15 million, amid the continued expansion of its economy. Last year’s figure exceeded the previous record of 16.73 million visitors registered in 2019, according to the latest data published by Dubai’s Department… Dubai hosted record number of international tourists than ever before in 2023
Tucker Carlson confirms he’s interviewing Vladimir Putin in Moscow
Wednesday, February 7, 2024Former Fox News host, Tucker Carlson, says he will “soon” interview Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. In a video posted on X, formerly Twitter, Carlson said he wanted to do the interview because “Americans have a right to know all they can about a war they are implicated in”. It would be Mr Putin’s… Tucker Carlson confirms he’s interviewing Vladimir Putin in Moscow
Emaar reveals its plans for drive through mall in Dubai
Monday, February 5, 2024An upcoming mall in Dubai will allow customers to drive through it in electric cars. This was revealed by Mohammed Alabbar, the founder of Emaar and Noon. Speaking at the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) 2024, he also revealed that the mall would be located in Dubai Creek Harbor. “We are trying something exciting,” he said.… Emaar reveals its plans for drive through mall in Dubai
UAE allocates $5 million to support UNRWA’s Gaza reconstruction efforts
Sunday, February 4, 2024H.H Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE has allocated US$5 million in aid towards the reconstruction of Gaza. The financial aid will support the efforts of Ms. Sigrid Kaag, the United Nations Senior Humanitarian and Reconstruction Coordinator for Gaza. The announcement comes after H.H Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister… UAE allocates $5 million to support UNRWA’s Gaza reconstruction efforts
WegoPro to launch in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and Egypt
Wednesday, January 31, 2024Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the MENA region, announces the launch of WegoPro, a modern platform that simplifies business travel and expense management for companies globally. Formerly known as Travelstop, WegoPro will debut today in 7 key markets in the MENA region, including Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, and Egypt. The… WegoPro to launch in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait and Egypt
Nakheel hosts sporting elite at Dubai Globe Soccer Awards
Friday, January 26, 2024Nakheel, the world-leading master developer, concluded a successful partnership event with the Dubai Globe Soccer Awards 2023. The award ceremony, held at the Atlantis The Palm, was organised in collaboration with the Dubai Sports Council and presented awards based on over 70 million votes cast by the public for their favourite global soccer stars, setting… Nakheel hosts sporting elite at Dubai Globe Soccer Awards
Louvre Abu Dhabi announces the winner of the Richard Mille Art Prize
Thursday, January 25, 2024Louvre Abu Dhabi and Richard Mille revealed Nabla Yahya as the winner of the third edition of the Richard Mille Art Prize at an exclusive ceremony that took place at Louvre Abu Dhabi on 24 January. Yahya was one of eight artists shortlisted to showcase her work, SoftBank, in the Louvre Abu Dhabi Art Here… Louvre Abu Dhabi announces the winner of the Richard Mille Art Prize
