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Bvlgari welcomes model and songwriter Kōki, as a new Bvlgari Ambassador
29 Aug 2018
Growing up in a family accomplished in music and the arts, Kōki, developed deep sensitivity and a keen aesthetic sense. She studied flute and piano from a young age, and her musical talent is now blossoming as a songwriter. At the same time, she is working towards a new dream of becoming a top model.
Kōki, states the following in regards to her debut as a Bvlgari ambassador:
“I am very happy to become an ambassador for Bvlgari, Italy’s ultimate global jeweler. My dream is to... Read More
Japan enlists Airbus and Saudi-backed Uber in flying-car plan
29 Aug 2018
Japan is making a push to develop flying cars, enlisting companies including Uber Technologies and Boeing in a government-led group to bring airborne vehicles to the country in the next decade.
The group will initially comprise 21 businesses and organisations, including Airbus, NEC Corp, a Toyota Motor Corporation-backed startup called Cartivator, ANA Holdings, Japan Airlines, and Yamato Holdings, according to a statement on Friday from the trade ministry in Tokyo. Delegates will... Read More
In Saudi Arabia women are allowed to pilot planes
29 Aug 2018
The Directorate General of civil aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia has issued five licenses for female pilots by allowing them to work with the crew commanders for the aircraft of the airline Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia). On Tuesday, August 28, reported Al Arabiya.
Issuance of licenses to citizens of Saudi Arabia is part of the plan of action of GACA, according to which women will have the opportunity to work in the aviation sector, which is one of the objectives of the International... Read More
The Emirates Group celebrates ‘Daughters of Zayed’ on Emirati Women’s Day (Video)
28 Aug 2018
Dubai, UAE, 28 August 2018 - To celebrate Emirati Women’s Day, the Emirates Group unveiled a special video tribute to the late HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates, who was a driving force in supporting the advancement of women in the country.
Released on Emirates’ social media platforms, the one-minute video draws a parallel between Sheikh Zayed’s vision decades ago and the pivotal roles occupied by Emirati women today. The video... Read More
Ruler of Dubai's daughter to marry member of Abu Dhabi's Al Nahyan family
28 Aug 2018
Sheikha Maryam bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the daughter of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is to marry Sheikh Khaled bin Mohammed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, according to posts on royal social media accounts.
Royal family members posted congratulatory messages on Instagram following the news of the engagement on August 24.
Sheikha Maryam shared a photo with the message: “Congratulations to my sister @maryam_mr_al_maktoum on her... Read More
World’s 1st Autonomous Taxi Starts Operating in Tokyo (Video)
28 Aug 2018
The vehicle, developed by Tokyo-based robot maker ZMP and operated by taxi company Hinomaru Kotsu, ferries passengers along a set 5.3 km route starting near Tokyo Station and ending in the Roppongi entertainment district, Nikkei reported.
For the time being, the taxi makes only four return trips per day and reservations have to be made online. The trip costs 1,500 yen ($13.5) one way and passengers use a smartphone app to get their trip started. The two companies hope to begin full... Read More
Dubai's new super-bright LEDs are illuminating streets and powering homes
27 Aug 2018
The big switch to more efficient lighting is paying off for Dubai.
Transport chiefs say they cut harmful carbon emissions by 5,430 tonnes and saved 12 gigawatt hours in energy last year.
It comes after a pilot project to switch to LED lights, amending street lighting hours and switching off lighting in some areas at certain times contingent on security.
LEDs are 90 per cent more efficient; cost 90 per cent less to maintain and can lead to an 80 per cent reduction in... Read More
Mercedes Vision EQ Silver Arrow Is A Stunning 750-HP Electric Speedster (Video)
27 Aug 2018
While this year’s Pebble Beach has been dominated by major supercar reveals such as the Bugatti Divo and Lamborghini Aventador SVJ, Infiniti’s striking Prototype 10 speedster concept was a standout show car. Not to be outdone, Mercedes has unveiled the retro-inspired Silver Arrow Concept, and it’s an absolute stunner. The aerodynamic design is a homage to the record-breaking Mercedes W125 Grand Prix racer driven by Rudolf Caracciola, who achieved a flying mile average speed of 268.7mph on... Read More
Why Russian weapons maker Kalashnikov is gunning for the UAE motoring market
27 Aug 2018
The streets of the UAE could soon be overrun with Kalashnikovs – as the Russian company famous for the ubiquitous assault rifle diversifies into electric vehicles.
According to Sputnik, the Russian news service, Kalashnikov has struck a deal to make the UAE one of the first customers for its new range of electric cars and motorcycles.
The agency names Marawid Holdings, an Abu Dhabi investment company with extensive interests in the UAE, as the client, saying it and Kalashnikov... Read More
Makkah Millennium Hotel & Towers hosts children from Dar Al Ber Charity Association
27 Aug 2018
(Makkah, KSA, 27 August 2019): Makkah Millennium Hotel and Towers, the luxury hotel serving the pilgrims coming to Makkah and located directly over the Holy Haram Al Sharif Piazza and King Fahd Gate, recently hosted more than 20 children from Dar Al-Ber Charity Association.
The project was part of the hotel’s corporate social responsibility and in keeping with the example of Prophet Mohammad, peace be upon him, on spreading happiness to Orphans.
The children were treated to a... Read More
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