“KIDNAPPED” Dubai Princess Latifa’s British lawyer claims her “prison” guards tried to break her spirit – even giving her razor blades – and tormented her with a stopwatch to record the length of time …
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Sharjah douses social media rumours of plane on fire
The Sharjah Department of Civil Aviation (SDCA) has asked the public to refrain from fanning false rumours after two videos spread on social media purporting to show a plane on fire over the emriate’s …
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Sharjah shuts down women’s salon, hypermarket for violating COVID-19 rules
The shutdown decision was taken during the inspection tours and campaigns continuously carried out by the Commercial Control and Protection Department in co-operation with all competent authorities in …
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Covid-19: How has the UAE, GCC food sector changed during the pandemic
Food and beverage suppliers across the UAE and the GCC region have seen a significant growth in their online business and delivery portals, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, experts said at …
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Canada and the UAE Reach a New Milestone in Agrifood Trade
On the margins of Gulfood 2021, Al Ghurair Resources Oils and Proteins (AGROP) and Al Ghurair Foods (AGF) and the Consulate General of Canada in Dubai c …
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Dubai Economy and Aramex Offer Logistic Solutions for Startups and Freelancers
Sector in Dubai Economy has partnered with Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, to provide holders of the DED Trader licence with customised …
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Sharjah Airport clarifies smoke from engine was from Turkish cargo plane
The Department of Civil Aviation in Sharjah confirmed that what was circulated about smoke from one of the engines of an aircraft in the airspace of Sharjah belongs to a Turkish cargo plane that …
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Tensions rise between Somalia and UAE over delayed elections
Two days after violence related to Somalia’s delayed elections, the country’s foreign ministry has accused “external forces” for contributing to the problems …
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Brit woman detained in Dubai after sending single swear word in WhatsApp allowed home
The ‘relieved’ Brit is now back at her parent’s home in Gloucester after being detained over a WhatsApp message she sent to her flatmate in a row about their dining table …
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Look: Rains hit Abu Dhabi, Dubai; more showers forecast
Overcast conditions persisted in the UAE on Sunday, even as some areas in Abu Dhabi and Dubai received rains.The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) reported rain over Dubai’s Jebel Ali and Al Dhafra …
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Aloft Abu Dhabi to open kosher food distribution centre for UAE
Teaming with Elli’s Kosher Kitchen, the hotel will prepare and distribute food for Marriott hotels in the country …
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Working with UAE ministers to advance technological and social development
Just days after the historic UAE Hope probe returned its first images of Mars, I had the honor of participating in an interactive virtual dialogue with Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and …
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Sharjah distributes 3,000 seedlings to residents as part of Afforestation Week
Sharjah City Municipality distributes 3,000 seedlings as part of its participation in 41st Afforestation Week.
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Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Mulling IPO of Yahsat, CEO-Designate Says
Al Yah Satellite Communications Co.’s incoming chief executive officer said its owner is considering an initial public offering of the Abu Dhabi-based firm. “Mubadala Investment Co. is looking at this …
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93% UAE residents proud to live in country: Survey
Over 93 per cent of UAE residents are proud to live in the country, a survey of both Emiratis and expats has revealed. About 92 per cent said they feel safe walking alone at night and 82 per cent are …
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VN news ticker: Expectations sky-high for Tadej Pogačar at UAE Tour; Mathieu van der Poel to keep it low-key in the Emirates
A stage win, a second-place and second overall wasn’t good enough for Tadej Pogačar and team backers at last year’s UAE Tour. Those pulling the pursestrings at UAE Team Emirates have sky-high …
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Dubai: 4 women rob Indian man of Rs 55 lakh with fake message on dating app
According to court records, the victim, who was not identified, saw an offer for a massage session for 200 Dirhams (Rs 3,950) with pictures of beautiful girls promoting it.
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