UAE News
Dubai rolls out Samsung and Apple Pay for public taxi fleet
Sunday, March 25, 2018The National — Passengers will be able to pay for Dubai’s publicly run taxis using Apple and Samsung Pay for the first time. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a new service that allows users to utilise apps on their smartphones. Payment in cash or by credit cards will remain in place as… Dubai rolls out Samsung and Apple Pay for public taxi fleet
Kazakh President Visits UAE, Improves Business Ties
Sunday, March 25, 2018WAM — His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and President Nursultan Nazarbayev of Kazakhstan met in Abu Dhabi on Saturday and discussed ways of enhancing ties of friendship and co-operation between the UAE and Kazakhstan and took stock of… Kazakh President Visits UAE, Improves Business Ties
Lights out across UAE as Earth Hour 2018 is marked (Video)
Saturday, March 24, 2018The UAE joined countries all over the world in marking Earth Hour on Saturday evening by switching off thousands of lights. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, together with the Emirates Wildlife Society (EWS) and World Widelife Fund (WWF), have organised… Lights out across UAE as Earth Hour 2018 is marked (Video)
Abu Dhabi’s Aldar launches Dh440m residential project on Reem Island
Saturday, March 24, 2018Aldar Properties on Saturday launched a Dh440 million residential development on Abu Dhabi’s Reem Island as the biggest-listed developer in the emirate continues to strengthen its portfolio in the home market. Construction on ‘Reflection’ is expected to commence this year with 2021 targeted for completion of the project, the company said in a statement without… Abu Dhabi’s Aldar launches Dh440m residential project on Reem Island
Rare and historical watches auctioned in Dubai
Friday, March 23, 2018The National — The watch of the late King Farouq of Egypt, a Patek Philippe brand, was auctioned at $750,000 (Dh2.754 million), while the Rolex watch of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Matoum was sold at $130,000 (Dh477,360). The two brand watches were sold at Christie’s auction, which was held at Dubai’s Jumeirah Emirates Towers… Rare and historical watches auctioned in Dubai
Abu Dhabi gets first inflatable waterpark
Friday, March 23, 2018The National — Abu Dhabi’s first inflatable water park opened today. Aqua Fun features an obstacle course with slides, ramps, bridges, steps, jumps, balloons, monkey bars – and is a good option for those who are after an energetic day out on the water. With a capacity for 250 people, the waterpark, which spells I… Abu Dhabi gets first inflatable waterpark
Doctors to perform for charity at Dubai Opera
Wednesday, March 21, 2018Gulf News — Forget stuffy white coats and serious frowns. Two or three times in a year, these healthcare professionals put down their scalpels and stethoscopes and pick up musical instruments to perform as an orchestra. First executed in 2007, proceeds from these shows go towards aid projects. This year’s beneficiary is Al Jalila Foundation… Doctors to perform for charity at Dubai Opera
The 12th Edition of Art Dubai Opens Yesterday
Wednesday, March 21, 2018Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the 12th edition of Art Dubai – the fair’s most globally diverse to date – opens its doors to the public yesterday. Art Dubai 2018 welcoming a variety of exhibitors… The 12th Edition of Art Dubai Opens Yesterday
Art Dubai launches new Residency programme
Wednesday, March 21, 2018Throughout March, and in support of propelling the UAE onto the international stage as a leading hub for the arts, in5, an enabling platform for entrepreneurs and start-ups launched by TECOM Group, which seeks to nurture ideas and businesses to their next phase of growth, has opened its doors to five international artists in collaboration… Art Dubai launches new Residency programme
Dubai ranked Middle East and Africa’s most liveable city for sixth year in a row
Tuesday, March 20, 2018The National — Dubai has, once again, been ranked as the city offering the best quality of life in the Middle East and Africa. The UAE’s most populous city ranks 74th globally in overall quality of living, making it the top city in the region for the sixth year in a row, according to consulting… Dubai ranked Middle East and Africa’s most liveable city for sixth year in a row
