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Endangered Arabian humpback spotted off Dubai coast
21 Oct 2017
The National -- A female humpback whale and a small calf have been sighted one kilometre off the coast of Dubai.
The sighting is the first confirmed live record of the highly-endangered species in the Arabian Gulf waters of the UAE, according to marine biologist Robert Baldwin, who studies the whales and dolphins of the UAE and Oman, WAM, the UAE state news agency reported.
The mother and calf were filmed by a local resident and the video was posted on Instagram.
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Oman eases visa rules for 28 countries
21 Oct 2017
Gulf News -- In a move to boost tourism, Oman has expanded the list of countries whose citizens can come to Oman on a non-sponsored e-visa.
Earlier this week Oman announced Indians, Russians and Chinese would be exempt from requiring sponsorship and on Thursday it added 25 more countries: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Albania, Uzbekistan, Iran, Panama, Bhutan, Bosnia, Peru, Belarus, Turkmenistan, Maldives, Georgia, Honduras, Salvador, Tajikistan, Guatemala, Vietnam, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan,... Read More
UAE Cabinet reshuffled (Photos)
20 Oct 2017
The UAE Cabinet reshuffled today, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid announced on Thursday.
In a tweet, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai said the ministerial shuffle will allow for a "renewal of blood" and a catalyst for change to prepare for the next stage of the country's path, including the UAE Centennial 2071.
New ministers of state for artificial intelligence and food security, with a continuing emphasis on youth, are among the highlights of a reshuffle of the... Read More
Bodies of Emirati pilots killed in Yemen arrive in UAE
19 Oct 2017
The bodies of two Emirati pilots who died when their aircraft crashed in Yemen arrived at Al Bateen Executive Airport on Wednesday.
Major Pilot Ali Al Mesmari and First Lieutenant Pilot Badr Al Marasheda were killed as a result of the accident, which was caused by a technical fault, the General Command of the UAE Armed Forces said on Tuesday.
They were greeted with full military honours in the capital before being transported to Fujairah and Sharjah respectively.
The... Read More
RAK motorist accumulated Dh1m in traffic fines
19 Oct 2017
The National -- A motorist in Ras Al Khaimah accumulated more than one million dirham in traffic fines this year, police said on Wednesday.
The feat sets the record for the most traffic offences committed by a single driver over the past few years, according to the commander-in-chief of RAK Police.
“Radars managed to detect the offenses that the driver committed which includes speeding and other violations,” said Maj Gen Ali Al Nuaimi.
The motorist was allowed a 50 per... Read More
Air Berlin pilot under investigation for 'lap of honour' fly past (Video)
19 Oct 2017
An airberlin flight from Miami to Dusseldorf, with 200 passengers on board, made a dramatic fly-past over the terminal at its destination to mark the airline's final flight. Now, an investigation has been launched into whether the pilot endangered any lives.
The German Aviation Authority (LBA) has begun an investigation into the incident, which was captured on camera and shared extensively online.
German media said it was the pilot's unique way of saying "goodbye" to his... Read More
Louvre Abu Dhabi signs landmark partnership with Etihad Airways
18 Oct 2017
18 October, 2017, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates -- Louvre Abu Dhabi today signed the first exclusive platinum partnership with Etihad Airways. The symbolic ceremony took place under the museum’s spectacular dome and its ‘Rain of Light’ effect.
Louvre Abu Dhabi will officially open on 11 November as an iconic landmark on the city’s geographical, cultural and tourist landscape. The architectural masterpiece is one of only a few truly universal museums in the world, awe-inspiring in... Read More
Emirates to receive 100th A380 aircraft in November (Video)
18 Oct 2017
Dubai, UAE, 18 October 2017 – Emirates, the world’s largest A380 operator, is set to receive its milestone 100th A380 aircraft on 3rd November.
Over 80 million passengers have flown on the superjumbo in the nine years since it first joined Emirates’ modern fleet. Today, Emirates flies the A380 to over 45 destinations spanning Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. Everywhere it operates, the Emirates A380 attracts consumer demand for its industry-... Read More
Costa Coffee launches Hug a Mug initiative
18 Oct 2017
As part of COSTA’s Global Community Week, COSTA Coffee UAE is aiming to inspire people across the Emirates to raise AED100,000 for the Al Noor Training Centre, a specified school for the differently abled.
From 13th – 21st October, COSTA will launch its warm and wholesome Hug a Mug initiative to encourage people to give a ‘hug’ and share some love! Everyone can get involved in this exciting initiative through fun in-store activities with our cuddly mug mascots, online through the... Read More
Coach unveils redesigned store at Mall of The Emirates
18 Oct 2017
Coach, a leading New York design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle collections, today announces the opening of its newly renovated store at Mall of the Emirates. The nearly 150 square meter space was designed by Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers in partnership with William Sofield, designer and president of Studio Sofield. Featuring the brand’s distinctive modern luxury concept, the store environment is warm and inviting, with leather and natural wood finishes that reflect... Read More
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