UAE News
TUMI Taps actor Daniel Henney for global film series
Wednesday, March 25, 2020TUMI, the leading international travel and lifestyle brand today released the first instalment of its upcoming Perfecting The Journey – The Series. The first film features Korean-American actor Daniel Henney. As part of TUMI’s perpetual pursuit of perfection though innovation, the brand draws inspiration from fields outside its own. Each impactful episode of Perfecting The… TUMI Taps actor Daniel Henney for global film series
Dubai Chamber urges the private sector to implement remote working for their employees’ safety and business continuity
Tuesday, March 24, 2020In a video message to the private sector, His Excellency Hamad Buamim, President & CEO, Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, called on the Dubai business community to cooperate with the relevant government authorities in implementing preventive and precautionary measures to counter the spread of Coronavirus (Covid- 19). He urged the private sector to ensure… Dubai Chamber urges the private sector to implement remote working for their employees’ safety and business continuity
Join the Food Rescue Revolution & Download the FoodKarma App this March
Tuesday, March 24, 2020Having launched just weeks ago, FoodKarma has hit the ground running, enabling users to enjoy delicious meals at discounted prices, while doing their (little) bit to help save the planet. In trying times like these, it’s important to remember that if you do good things, then good things will come back to you. Since launching… Join the Food Rescue Revolution & Download the FoodKarma App this March
The Emirates Group’s business response to COVID-19
Monday, March 23, 2020Emirates retains cargo operations, but temporarily suspends most passenger operations by 25 March dnata significantly reduces operations, including temporary closure of operations at some international locations where demand is low Group implements basic salary reduction for majority of employees for three months, will not cut jobs Supports government measures to safeguard community health Since the… The Emirates Group’s business response to COVID-19
UAE is the most prepared country for e-learning in the world
Sunday, March 22, 2020Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, attended today the first day of distance learning for students, as part of preventive measures to contain the spread of coronavirus, COVID-19, pandemic. Sheikh Mohammed said that schools stopped but education won’t stop, as the… UAE is the most prepared country for e-learning in the world
Dubai’s streets to be sterilised by month end in Covid-19 fight
Sunday, March 22, 2020The Dubai Municipality launched the 11-day disinfection campaign on Friday to clean and sterilise the streets and roads of the emirate. Dawood Al Hajiri, director-general of the municipality, said the campaign is part of the efforts of Dubai government entities to ensure the highest level of safety possible in accordance with the guidelines of the… Dubai’s streets to be sterilised by month end in Covid-19 fight
Al-Futtaim Provides up to Three Months’ Rent Free Support for its Mall Tenants worth AED 100M
Sunday, March 22, 2020Relief will alleviate financial pressure for tenants across its malls in the UAE – Dubai Festival City Mall and Festival Plaza Al-Futtaim Group today announced that it will be making a substantial contribution to ease the financial burden of its retail tenants by offering a fund of AED 100 million to help its retailers affected by business disruption and slowdown due to… Al-Futtaim Provides up to Three Months’ Rent Free Support for its Mall Tenants worth AED 100M
Du, Etisalat to provide free data to families who don’t have home internet
Thursday, March 19, 2020In coordination between the Ministry of Education and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority, Du and Etisalat will provide free mobile data for families who don’t have home internet services in a step to enable them to use distance learning, it was announced on Abu Dhabi TV on Wednesday. Meanwhile, authorities have confirmed that a link sent… Du, Etisalat to provide free data to families who don’t have home internet
Emirates to implement thermal screening on all US bound flights
Thursday, March 19, 2020·Measure implemented in addition to thermal screening done on all arrivals ·Airline also suspending all flights to Italy Emirates will be implementing thermal screening measures for all passengers travelling on US flights departing from Dubai International Airport, effective tonight, 12 March 2020. Thermal scanners will be placed at departure gates for all US gateways, starting… Emirates to implement thermal screening on all US bound flights
UAE to trial remote learning tomorrow
Tuesday, March 17, 2020The Ministry of Education will implement a trial run of the remote learning initiative on Wednesday, March 18, to ensure it runs smoothly before lessons begin on March 22. The Ministry of Education tweeted, “In order to complete the implementation of the distance education initiative, and to ensure the effective use of the smart learning platforms… UAE to trial remote learning tomorrow
