UAE News
Louis Moinet celebrates the Apollo-Soyuz mission that changed the face of the world (Video)
Wednesday, May 23, 2018“The space age may well be a technological saga, but above all it’s the story of individuals achieving the impossible, and in doing so accomplishing giant leaps for humankind as a whole. Skylink is our celebration of that spirit, championed of old by watchmaker and astronomer Louis Moinet himself.” Following on from SpaceWalker, the satellite… Louis Moinet celebrates the Apollo-Soyuz mission that changed the face of the world (Video)
Abu Dhabi and Dubai shopping mall opening hours
Tuesday, May 22, 2018Malls across Abu Dhabi and Dubai are running special activities and offering deals to entice shoppers during the holy month. Before you head out, check out what time your destination is open. ABU DHABI Al Wahda Mall Shops: Sunday to Saturday, 10am-1am Restaurants / Cafes / Food Court: Sunday to Saturday, Iftar-1.30am Amusement Centre: Sunday… Abu Dhabi and Dubai shopping mall opening hours
Sheikh Mohammed announces sweeping changes to UAE’s visa system
Monday, May 21, 2018The UAE will enact sweeping changes to its residency system in which key workers will be offered visas of up to 10 years, to attract sought-after professionals. Doctors and engineers and their families are among those who will be eligible for long-stay visas. Specialists working in medicine, science, research and technical fields will also be… Sheikh Mohammed announces sweeping changes to UAE’s visa system
More than 90 beggars arrested since Ramadan began
Monday, May 21, 2018Ninety one beggars have been arrested in Dubai and Sharjah since Thursday, police said as they warned the public not to be duped by ploys and tales of woe. That figure compared to 154 arrests during the whole month of Ramadan last year. Police said most were caught in markets and near mosques. Most were… More than 90 beggars arrested since Ramadan began
UAE bans gaming website popular among children
Monday, May 21, 2018The UAE has banned a number of gaming websites – including a game creation platform that claims to have 56 million players across the globe each month. Roblox, aimed at children aged eight to 15, was one of a number of websites blocked on the order of the UAE Attorney General, Dr Hamad Al Shamsi.… UAE bans gaming website popular among children
Barcelona say goodbye to Andres Iniesta (Video)
Monday, May 21, 2018After 22 years of service Andres Iniesta has player his final game as a Barcelona player. The midfielder was part of the side that beat Real Sociedad 1-0 in their final Primera Liga game of the season, with the league title having already been wrapped up. Iniesta, 34, who was part of nine Barca sides… Barcelona say goodbye to Andres Iniesta (Video)
Dubai taxis to be fitted with surveillance cameras
Sunday, May 20, 2018Surveillance cameras have been fitted to 6,500 taxis in Dubai to ensure drivers are complying with professional driving standards and moral attitudes. More than half of the Roads and Transport Authority’s fleet of taxis have had the monitoring equipment installed to check up on the conduct of cabbies. The step conforms to the RTA’s strategic… Dubai taxis to be fitted with surveillance cameras
Mercedes-Benz kicks off production of new G-Class (Video)
Sunday, May 20, 2018The automaker says the Magna Steyr plant’s close proximity to Daimler subsidiary Mercedes-Benz G GmbH, which is also based in Graz, facilitates “numerous synergies thanks to the well-functioning high degree of networking between development, engineering, the prototype workshop, testing and series production”. Mercedes says the highlight of the plant is the famous test track on… Mercedes-Benz kicks off production of new G-Class (Video)
Ruler of Dubai launches construction of Dh394m Shindagha Bridge project
Sunday, May 20, 2018Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, on Friday launched the construction of the Dh394 million Shindagha Bridge project, which features a design based on the concept of the infinity sign. The bridge is part of the third phase of the Dh5 billion Shindagha Corridor project extending 13 km along Sheikh Rashid… Ruler of Dubai launches construction of Dh394m Shindagha Bridge project
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding
Sunday, May 20, 2018Prince Harry and Meghan Markle married on May 19, 2018. The couple’s decision to wed on a Saturday went against tradition, as royal weddings usually take place on a weekday. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge wed on a Friday and the Queen on a Thursday. On the morning of the wedding it was announced… Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s royal wedding
