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Emirates announces network updates for 2019
Tuesday, January 22, 2019Emirates has announced adjustments to its operational schedules in 2019 to minimise the impact of the closure of Dubai International Airport’s Southern Runway in April and May 2019, and to respond to global travel demand trends. The airline also outlined its fleet plans for the year. Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline, said: “At Emirates,… Emirates announces network updates for 2019
Oscar nominations 2019: the list of nominees
Tuesday, January 22, 2019The 2019 Oscars might not have a host, but the show will go on. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced the nominees for the 91st annual Academy Awards, a.k.a. the Oscars, on January 22. Roma and The Favourite lead the pack, with 10 nominations each. The two films will go up against… Oscar nominations 2019: the list of nominees
King Koil reaches a total investment of more than AED 50 million
Monday, January 21, 2019King Koil, one of the region’s leading mattress makers, announced it has reached a total investment of more than AED 50 million at the end of 2018, following the launch of a new range of mattresses and pillows in the market. Sundar Rajan, CEO of Dubai Furniture Manufacturing Company, said:”The market share of King Koil… King Koil reaches a total investment of more than AED 50 million
UAE astronauts challenged to survive for days alone in Russian winter wilderness
Monday, January 21, 2019The UAE’s first astronauts are to be sent on a gruelling mission in sub-zero Russian winter temperatures as part of the next phase of their preparation for space. Hazza Al Mansouri, 34, and Sultan Al Neyadi, 37, who were chosen last year from more than 4,000 applicants to be the first Emiratis to undergo astronaut… UAE astronauts challenged to survive for days alone in Russian winter wilderness
Apophis asteroid could strike Earth in 2068, warn Russian scientists
Sunday, January 20, 2019Named after the Ancient Egyptian god of evil, darkness and destruction, Apophis 99942 is expected to come within 37,600km (23,363 miles) of the Earth, just a tenth of the distance between our planet and the moon, in 2029. Researchers from the Department of Celestial Mechanics at St. Petersburg State University have warned that the 370-meter-wide… Apophis asteroid could strike Earth in 2068, warn Russian scientists
Emirates and flydubai partnership reaches new heights
Sunday, January 20, 2019The strategic partnership between Dubai’s two airlines, Emirates and flydubai, continues to open up the world for travellers since its launch 14 months ago, and is set to grow even further in 2019 with new codeshare destinations to be added. The partnership, which came into effect at the end of October 2017, has since delivered… Emirates and flydubai partnership reaches new heights
UAE and Saudi Arabia unveil seven point co-operation plan including new cryptocurrency
Sunday, January 20, 2019The UAE and Saudi Arabia have unveiled a landmark agreement that will see the two countries co-operate in the development of a joint cryptocurrency, a form of customs union and a plan to ensure goods and supplies flowed in the event of a crisis. It also included a plan to allow Saudi and Emirati SMEs… UAE and Saudi Arabia unveil seven point co-operation plan including new cryptocurrency
Al Habtoor Group denies any link or relationship with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises
Wednesday, January 16, 201916 January 2019 – In an official statement, released to the media, Al Habtoor Group announced its wish to clarify that the Group and all its divisions, including Habtoor Hospitality (AKA Habtoor Hotels) have no link or relationship of any kind with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises (HTE) and its owner Rashid Al Habtoor. This is… Al Habtoor Group denies any link or relationship with Al Habtoor Trading Enterprises
Azerbaijan’s Trade House opens in Dubai
Tuesday, January 15, 2019Azerbaijan’s Trade House opened in Dubai on Jan. 15, Trend reports referring to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Economy. A special information office will operate in the Trade House, where anyone can get detailed information on Azerbaijan, including tourism. The opening of the Trade House will contribute to increasing export of non-oil products to the UAE,… Azerbaijan’s Trade House opens in Dubai
Mercedes recalls vehicles in the UAE over software issues
Tuesday, January 15, 2019A number of Mercedes-Benz models are being recalled in the UAE after issues with software systems emerged. Gargash Enterprises and Emirates Motor Company announced that 2018 models of the Maybach S 560 4Matic, AMG S 63 4Matic, AMG S63 4Matic Plus, S 450 4Matic and the S 560 4Matic were being recalled after a defect… Mercedes recalls vehicles in the UAE over software issues
