UAE News
Vladimir Putin re-elected as Russian president
Sunday, March 18, 2018From the Arctic to the International Space Station, Russia rolled out an elaborate presidential-election-day spectacle designed to show the breadth of Putin’s public support as he extends his tenure to 2024. Incumbent Russian leader Vladimir Putin is set to secure a resounding victory in the Russian presidential election, according to partial results made public by… Vladimir Putin re-elected as Russian president
Leave extra travel time this busy spring break weekend, warn Emirates
Sunday, March 18, 2018Emirates have urged customers to allow for extra time for journeys this weekend to avoid potential delays as they are expecting another busy period due to the upcoming spring break. The busiest time for departures will be on Friday 23rd March in the morning and continuing all day on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th March.… Leave extra travel time this busy spring break weekend, warn Emirates
Ruler of Dubai helps friends stranded in the desert
Sunday, March 18, 2018A woman has thanked the Ruler of Dubai for towing her car out of the sand after she became stranded in the desert. Hanna Karen Arroyo said Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, stopped in his white Mercedes-Benz G-Wagen and gave her and her friends a hand on Saturday. “My friend… Ruler of Dubai helps friends stranded in the desert
Abu Dhabi is a Platinum Award Partner of Bravo Awards in Moscow
Sunday, March 18, 2018To promote Abu Dhabi as a tourism destination for Russian travellers, a key source market for the emirate, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT ABU Dhabi) sponsored a classical and pop music award show in Moscow, the Bravo Awards, which were held on the 10th and 11th March at the State… Abu Dhabi is a Platinum Award Partner of Bravo Awards in Moscow
Geneva Motor Show: Five concept cars driving auto industry into future
Saturday, March 17, 2018The Geneva Motor Show (8 – 18 March 2018) is quite simply the best place in the world to see the widest range of concept cars. From the big players to the small, this year’s event included all manner of electrified and sportscars, saloons and coupes – plus two flying cars – one of which… Geneva Motor Show: Five concept cars driving auto industry into future
Abu Dhabi to launch major medical tourism drive
Saturday, March 17, 2018The National — A major drive to bring more medical tourists to Abu Dhabi is to be made in the coming months. A partnership with the Department of Health and the Department of Culture and Tourism will see a worldwide marketing campaign to establish the city as a centre for medical tourism, with world class… Abu Dhabi to launch major medical tourism drive
Ski-lift failure in Georgia sends people flying into the air (Video)
Friday, March 16, 2018A ski lift in the country of Georgia experienced a massive mechanical failure that appeared to dramatically increase its speed while going in reverse, which forced many of its passengers to jump before they were thrown into the air. Dramatic video captured images of skiers being thrown off of a malfunctioning ski lift at a resort… Ski-lift failure in Georgia sends people flying into the air (Video)
Emirates flight attendant falls from parked plane in Uganda
Friday, March 16, 2018An Emirates cabin crew member fell from a parked plane at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda on Wednesday. The woman fell after opening the emergency door of an Emirates aircraft which had safely landed and parked. Uganda’s Civil Aviation Authority said airport authorities “immediately engaged emergency procedures” and ordered an ambulance to rush the woman… Emirates flight attendant falls from parked plane in Uganda
Stephen Hawking: A man of mind-boggling achievements and defiance
Wednesday, March 14, 2018The National — No scientist since Albert Einstein has achieved such celebrity as Professor Stephen Hawking. Renowned for tackling the deepest of cosmic mysteries despite profound physical challenges, he was the apotheosis of the ability of the human mind to transcend all bounds. While in reality his scientific status falls well below his media image… Stephen Hawking: A man of mind-boggling achievements and defiance
Price of essential groceries to be slashed
Wednesday, March 14, 2018The National — The price of food items and most goods will fall by up to 50 per cent this month to coincide with the International Day of Happiness, the Ministry of Economy said. “Prices will drop between 10 and 50 per cent on all food and household items,” said Dr Hashim Al Nuaimi, director… Price of essential groceries to be slashed
