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UAE’s astronauts pictured during space training in Russia
Wednesday, October 24, 2018The UAE’s first astronauts have begun simulation training ahead of their history-making journey to the International Space Station next April. Photographs of Hazza Al Mansouri, 34, and Sultan Al Neyadi, 37, were shared by the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre on Tuesday. The two Emiratis were pictured giving thumbs up, during simulation training, inside the… Untitled
TAPI gas pipeline
Wednesday, October 24, 2018An important aspect of Turkmenistan’s energy strategy is the expansion of the geography of export routes for the supply of Turkmen energy to world markets, including through the creation of a multivariate transport infrastructure. In this area, large investment projects are being implemented; among them the construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India gas pipeline (TAPI) occupies a… Untitled
Antarctica latest Wangiri phone scam destination targeting UAE residents
Tuesday, October 23, 2018Consumers are being warned not to be caught out by phone scams from far-flung destinations such as Antarctica that could leave them with a huge bill. UAE residents reported receiving a series of calls from Antarctica, the tiny Pacific island of Nauru and Luxembourg in the past week. Experts have warned phone users against returning… Untitled
The Opus by Zaha Hadid opens to businesses
Tuesday, October 23, 2018The Opus by Zaha Hadid, one of Dubai’s most unique buildings, has officially opened its doors for companies. The striking landmark has reached a significant milestone in its completion as businesses have begun taking ownership of its commercial units. Companies will now begin the fitting-out process to complete their bespoke offices. Businesses to have already… Untitled
“We are in!” TAMANI Marina Hotel accepts the Dubai Fitness Challenge
Tuesday, October 23, 2018TAMANI Marina Hotel & Hotel Apartment in Dubai has announced their participation in the 30 days ‘Dubai Fitness Challenge’ running from October 26th to November 24th. The initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of the Dubai Government encourages… Untitled
Hong Kong-China mega bridge fitted with ‘yawn cams and heart monitors’ (Video)
Tuesday, October 23, 2018China’s President Xi Jinping launched the world’s longest sea bridge connecting Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China on Tuesday at a time when Beijing is tightening its grip on its semi-autonomous territories. Mr Xi announced the bridge officially open at a ceremony also attended by Hong Kong’s and Macau’s city leaders at a new port… Untitled
Saudi FM Adel Al Jubeir: Jamal Khashoggi killing was ‘tremendous mistake’ carried out in rogue operation (Video)
Monday, October 22, 2018The National — Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al Jubeir said that the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi was a “tremendous mistake” carried out by officers in a rogue operation that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman was “not aware” of. In the first interview by a Saudi official on record since Riyadh admitted on Saturday that… Untitled
Saudi tourism authority and Louvre Abu Dhabi prepare for biggest masterpieces exhibition
Monday, October 22, 2018Arab News — A joint team of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Natural Heritage (SCTH) and the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum continue their final preparations for the inauguration of the “Roads of Arabia: Archaeological Treasures of Saudi Arabia” exhibition at the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum. The exhibition’s 15th edition will be its biggest. The… Untitled
UNWTO reports strong tourism growth for early 2018
Monday, October 22, 2018According to the United Nations World Tourism Organisation’s latest barometer, international tourist arrivals grew six per cent in the first six months of 2018 after a record year of growth in 2017. All world regions enjoyed robust growth in tourist arrivals in January-June 2018. The increase was fuelled by strong demand from major source markets,… Untitled
Russia’s Nordwind starts charter flights to Salalah
Monday, October 22, 2018The Public Authority for Civil Aviation (PACA) stated on Sunday that it has approved Nordwind Airlines to operate charter flights from Moscow to Salalah starting from Monday until the end of March 2019. The rains that tropical storm Luban brought in its wake to Dhofar could be a blessing as the governorate opens its doors… Untitled
