UAE News
Soyuz carrying first Emirati astronaut docks at ISS (Video)
Thursday, September 26, 2019The first Emirati astronaut blasted off to space on Wednesday evening and was heading towards the International Space Station at 13,000kph as his proud his country looked on. Major Hazza Al Mansouri made history as he climbed the steps of the Soyuz rocket, giving a final wave to relatives and television crews before a 5.57pm… Soyuz carrying first Emirati astronaut docks at ISS (Video)
Burj Khalifa lights up as UAE readies to enter space
Thursday, September 26, 2019Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building developed by Dubai’s Emaar Properties, lit up on 24 September 2019 ahead of the UAE’s foray into space, which was marked by Emirati astronaut Hazza Al Mansouri blasting off into space aboard the Soyuz MS-15 spaceflight on a mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The 828m-tall Emaar building… Burj Khalifa lights up as UAE readies to enter space
Colm McLoughlin Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Thursday, September 26, 2019Dubai Duty Free Executive Vice Chairman & CEO, Colm McLoughlin was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the eighth Middle East Hospitality Awards (MEHA) held on 18th September at The Ritz Carlton, DIFC. In conjunction with the 20th edition of The Hotel Show Dubai, and part of the Middle East Design and Hospitality Week,… Colm McLoughlin Receives Lifetime Achievement Award
Hazza Al Mansouri becomes first Emirati in space
Wednesday, September 25, 2019The UAE send its first Emirati to space – Hazza Al Mansouri, an F-16 pilot and father of four with the pride of a nation on his shoulders. At 5.56pm the Soyuz MS-15, with he and fellow astronauts Russian commander Oleg Skripochka and Nasa’s Jessica Meir, blast off into space, reaching 13,000kph on its way… Hazza Al Mansouri becomes first Emirati in space
Mohammed bin Rashid briefed on UAE-Uzbekistan government modernisation agreement
Wednesday, September 25, 2019(WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has said that the continued improvement and enhancement of government processes and procedures are critical to enhancing the lives of individuals and ensuring better opportunities for future generations. Governments should have a strong focus on outcomes and… Mohammed bin Rashid briefed on UAE-Uzbekistan government modernisation agreement
Beijing Daxing: China’s huge new ‘starfish’ airport opens its doors
Wednesday, September 25, 2019The Daxing International Airport in the capital Beijing was formally opened by President Xi Jinping on Wednesday. The airport spans 700,000 square metres, or 98 football fields, says state media outlet China Daily. The new Daxing Airport now has one large terminal, with 268 aircraft parking bays and a total of four runways, three vertical… Beijing Daxing: China’s huge new ‘starfish’ airport opens its doors
Barcelona’s Lionel Messi wins Player of the Year at Best Fifa Awards: ‘It’s a special night for me’
Tuesday, September 24, 2019Lionel Messi won the Fifa Men’s Player of the Year award for the first time at a star-studded ceremony in Milan on Monday. Cristiano Ronaldo, who was also shortlisted for the award, stayed at home however. Barcelona striker Messi edged out Liverpool’s Champions League winner Virgil Van Dijk, while all three were named in Fifa’s… Barcelona’s Lionel Messi wins Player of the Year at Best Fifa Awards: ‘It’s a special night for me’
Thomas Cook collapses, leaving thousands of travelers stranded
Tuesday, September 24, 2019CNN Business – The 178-year-old company said in a statement that its board “concluded that it had no choice but to take steps to enter into compulsory liquidation with immediate effect” after talks on a financial rescue failed. All Thomas Cook bookings have been canceled, the UK Civil Aviation Authority tweeted. Peter Fankhauser, Thomas Cook’s… Thomas Cook collapses, leaving thousands of travelers stranded
We will host an exceptional World Expo: Expo 2020 Higher Committee
Tuesday, September 24, 2019(WAM) – The Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee has affirmed its commitment to hosting an exceptional World Expo during a meeting led by H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Expo 2020 Dubai Higher Committee. The high-level task force is entrusted with steering progress on the largest event ever held in the… We will host an exceptional World Expo: Expo 2020 Higher Committee
UAE flag on Soyuz FG rocket
Monday, September 23, 2019(WAM) – The Soyuz FG rocket today boasted with UAE flag and Mohammed bin Rashid Space Center logo in preparation for September 25 mission. The Soyuz FG, carrying the Soyuz MS-15 spacecraft, in which Hazzaa AlMansoori, the first Emirati astronaut, will launch to the International Space Station, is emblazoned with the logo of the Mohammed… UAE flag on Soyuz FG rocket
