At least six other traffic accidents were reported in 30 minutes in Dubai. The pileup occurred at around 7 am when a truck, a workers’ bus and 13 vehicles rammed into each other, an eyewitness told Gulf News. The accident caused a tailback and slow moving …
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Engaged couple are imprisoned in Abu Dhabi for sex outside marriage after doctor discovered woman, 27, was pregnant – but fiancé's mother says: 'The only thing they did wrong …
A South African man and his Ukrainian fiancée were detained in Abu Dhabi after a doctor discovered that the woman was pregnant, a relative says. Emlyn Culverwell, 29, and Iryna Nohai, 27, were reportedly arrested for unlawful sex outside of marriage.
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Engaged couple are imprisoned in Abu Dhabi for sex outside marriage after doctor discovered woman, 27, was pregnant as fiancé's mother says 'the only thing they did wrong was …
A South African man and his Ukrainian fiancée were detained in Abu Dhabi after a doctor discovered that the woman was pregnant, a relative says. Emlyn Culverwell, 29, and Iryna Nohai, 27, were reportedly arrested for unlawful sex outside of marriage.
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Couple 'detained in UAE for sex outside marriage'
There was no immediate comment from the UAE government. Mr Culverwell and Ms Nohai have reportedly been held since January, but news of their detention has only emerged now. Mr Culverwell has been working in the UAE for the past five years. His mother …
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UAE tops Gender Progress Index in GCC
Gulf News spoke with two speakers about their challenges and their advice for other women. Helen Al Uzaizi, 35, Jordanian, CEO, BizWold UAE A successful businesswoman with over 16 years experience in marketing, advertising, non-profit management …
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UAE, India ranked among top 25 best countries in…
The UAE ranks at a world-beating No. 1 in terms of the ‘Movers’ sub-ranking in the Best Countries rankings, produced by US News in partnership with global marketing communications company Y&R’s brand strategy firm BAV Consulting, and the Wharton School of …
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UAE: A country where women are thriving
Dubai: The UAE has achieved remarkable progress in empowering women in various fields, mayors and councillors of over 50 cities attending the Global Cities Summit 2017 in Dubai were informed on Tuesday. Aisha Miran, Assistant Secretary-General for strategy …
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UAE, India ranked among top 25 best countries in world
The UAE ranks at a world-beating No. 1 in terms of the ‘Movers’ sub-ranking in the Best Countries rankings, produced by US News in partnership with global marketing communications company Y&R’s brand strategy firm BAV Consulting, and the Wharton School of …
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One-day court in Dubai from today to ensure swifter justice
Dubai: A new “One Day Misdemeanour Court” will cut waiting time … minor assaults and cheque cases and other cases involving residency and traffic offences,” Bin Haidar told Gulf News. The main issue with the adjudication process is the time taken …
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Dubai real estate agent’s Dh5,000 renewal fee is far higher than normal
I am about to renew my tenancy for a two-bedroom villa in Mirdif. I received the renewal notice from the real estate agency stating that I need to pay Dh95,000 for the annual rent and Dh5,000 for the agency fee. Are they allowed to charge such a high …
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DMCA launches facility to enhance shipping technology
Amer Ali, CEO of DMCA, said: “Launching ‘Innovation Quay’ demonstrates our commitment to foster creativity and innovation and support research and development in line with the goal of making the UAE a global center for innovative technologies and …
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Connectivity key to Dubai’s rise, says bestselling author
Dubai: Connectivity will be key to the growth of all future megacities and is the reason for Dubai’s rise as one of six truly global cities in the world, said bestselling author and global strategist Parag Khanna. Speaking to a group of people at the …
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Dubai Police will have women in command positions
Dubai: Dubai Police plan to appoint women officers in top command positions like directors of police stations as part of the future plan to give the women more responsibilities and participation in the police work. Major-General Dr Abdul Qudoos Abdul …
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Dubai delivers ‘instant’ verdict: Because justice delayed is…
The new court initiative to be implemented by all police stations in Dubai comes under Penal Order Law No. 1 of 2017. In a move designed to make the UAE’s judicial system more efficient and speed up litigation in Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …
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Go City Card to launch in Dubai
Go City Card has launched its newest digital attraction pass in Dubai, the fourth most popular travel destination in the world according to the eighth annual Mastercard Global Destinations Cities Index. The Go Dubai Card enables travellers to save up to 55 …
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PICTURES: Hyperloop from Dubai to Abu Dhabi in 12 minutes
New images of the development site in the Nevada desert were released yesterday at Middle East Rail in Dubai. The 500 meter-long DevLoop, located near Las Vegas, is a tube measuring 3.3 meters in diameter. Apparently the first public trial will take place …
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Mumbai: Ex-Armyman seeks Sushma Swaraj's help for 'innocent' son stuck in Dubai jail for two weeks
Friends, family reach out to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to seek help for Ajinkya Suryawanshi, who was arrested at Dubai airport for a crime he allegedly did not commit Assured of a response from the savvy External Affairs Minister Sushma …
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