If you want to visit this mountain-top destination and you have no car — no problem. A new shuttle bus now makes it easier to access the UAE’s highest peak. If you’re a visitor, getting to Ras Al Khai…
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First recyclable waste collection centre opens in Abu Dhabi
Dr Thani Ahmad Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, inaugurated the first recycling centre in Abu Dhabi. Speaking to Gulf News after the inauguration, Dr Salem Al Kaabi, acting gene…
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UAE freezes accounts of nine Iranian individuals and entities
The UAE Securities and Commodities Authority has ordered companies … it identifies as terrorists and terrorist organisations, according to national news agency WAM. In May, the country placed the ni…
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In Yemen, 46 detainees released from UAE-controlled prison
His mother said she fainted when she heard the news that her daughters had to carry her to see her … a grim glimpse into a hidden world of flagrant human rights abuses by UAE officers acting with im…
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Indian wins $1.9 million in raffle draw in UAE
Mathew and his friends received the news yesterday when they checked the Big Ticket website. Nine others won 100,000 dirhams ($27,000) at the draw. The winners included five Indians, one Pakistani and …
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UN agency says UAE soldiers tortured detainees in Yemen: report
Witnesses recently told the Associated Press news agency that Yemeni guards working under the direction of Emirati officers have used various methods of sexual torture and humiliation. READ MORE: Yeme…
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UAE’s ADNOC Can Lift Oil Production By ‘Several Hundred Thousand’ Bpd
as carried by the Emirates news agency WAM. ADNOC is ready to boost its production and is working in close cooperation with the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Industry, the state-run oil company said. A…
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Dubai: 10-year-old Indian boy honoured for ‘green message’
The Dubai Municipality has honoured a 10-year-old Indian boy for distributing hand-decorated, plastic-free bags to a number of groceries to help reduce pollution and spread environmental awareness, ac…
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Now, book tickets online for Dubai Frame
It will also reduce the rush at the ticket counter at Dubai Frame, located in Zaabeel Park. The online smart portal’s technology includes photography, sharing of images immediately on email and social …
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UAE’s DarkMatter announced as official Expo 2020 Dubai cyber security provider
Expo 2020 Dubai is teaming up with UAE-headquartered cyber security firm DarkMatter to protect the IT infrastructure and technologies of the Expo, it was announced on Wednesday. As Expo 2020 Dubai’s o…
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5 Wi-Fi Mistakes in The Connected Classroom
Wi-Fi is being used to create an interactive learning experience … and analyse global events impacting the region today. by Dubai American Academy
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Dubai International Financial Centre, a key junction on Belt and Road
We are witnessing continuous change in the global financial landscape, with emerging markets becoming some of the most dynamic and rewarding destinations for investment and growth. In particular, the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region is …
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Du to launch Voice over LTE service in fourth quarter
Dubai: Dubai-based telecom operator du is set to launch its … Meanwhile, he said that du has already successfully tested VoWiFi (Voice over WiFi) and currently upgrading and modernising its network to support this service. “This process may take …
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How Dubai is Becoming a Global Smart City
Dubai is currently undertaking one of the largest internet access initiatives in the world, laying miles of fibre optic cable, preparing for 5G and increasing public wifi hotspots. This all means that as well as being to order dessert on Deliveroo at …
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New 366-room Rove hotel announced at Dubai’s La Mer
Scheduled to open in mid-2020, just ahead of Expo 2020 Dubai, the midscale hotel will feature interconnected … toilets with baby changing and access for people of determination, free wifi, information hubs, mobile charging, prayer rooms, four children …
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Thales’ systems for Dubai’s Route 2020 tested in Italy
… extension | Construction of Dubai’s Route 2020 rail stations up to 42% complete | Dubai Metro Red Line partially closed for Route 2020 work The broadband radio wireless telecommunication and onboard control systems of Dubai’s Route 2020 project have …
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Dubai on a Budget
The Dubai Aquarium is part of Dubai Mall … The Swimming pool at Hotel Vida Modern in design, my room featured an open plan bathroom, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a 42in smart TV. The hotel also has some fantastic restaurants, including Toko, a contemporary …
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