Maktoum, the daughter of Dubai’s fabulously rich ruler, says in secretly recorded videos obtained by BBC News that her father is keeping her locked up after she made a daring escape attempt in 2018.
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Dubai Government Department to Accept Bitcoin Payments
Entrepreneurs from around the world will now be able to set up and scale up more easily in Dubai and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the country’s first English-language newspaper said. Kiklabb …
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U.N. to speak to UAE about missing Princess Latifa after troubling videos emerge
In videos recorded on a phone in secret over several months, the daughter of Dubai’s ruler says she is being “held hostage.” …
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Saab reveals first product made in UAE
The Rugged Camera Module-Infrared is a “rugged camera platform, designed to withstand the harshest environments,” according to a Saab official.
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Dubai princess’ ‘hostage’ video shines light on rights record behind sunny facade
“There’s absolutely no freedom of expression,” Devin Kenney of Amnesty International said. “You absolutely cannot speak without fear in the UAE.” …
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Dubai princess’ backers seek Biden help to win her freedom
Supporters of an Emirati princess held against her will for almost three years are urging Joe Biden to put pressure on her father to release the woman, saying the U.S. president …
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What are women’s rights in Dubai?
The case of Princess Latifa has shocked the world.She’s the daughter of the ruler of Dubai. In secretly recorded videos shared with the BBC, the princess accused her father of having held her hostage …
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Dubai’s Princess Latifa Says in Secret Video She’s Being Held Hostage in a “Jail Villa”
The allegedly missing daughter of Dubai’s billionaire ruler appears in a secret video aired by the BBC, claiming she is being held hostage with no access to medical help …
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The UAE helps the disadvantaged digitally
The UAE places considerable emphasis on digital learning and technology, and helps its people to be conversant with this means of savviness. The best part is that the commitment is not limited to the …
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Sharjah look to bounce back; Al Jazira eye win
Leaders Sharjah will look to bounce against Al Dhafra after their loss against Al Ain in the previous match as the 17th round of the Arabian Gulf League (AGL) gets under way on Thursday. Sharjah are …
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Etihad Draws Closer To Gulf Air, In Sign Of Warming Abu Dhabi-Bahrain Ties
The two struggling Gulf carriers are to coordinate their schedules and may cooperate in training and maintenance.
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Dhs5,400 fine for allowing a child under 10 in front seat of a car in Abu Dhabi
A fine of Dhs400 will be imposed on the motorists, plus the financial value for dismantling the seized vehicle would be Dhs5,000.
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Covid-19: Abu Dhabi seizes counterfeit hand sanitisers from factory
Counterfeit hand sanitisers bearing the trademark of a global brand have been seized from a factory in Abu Dhabi. The Department of Economic Development (ADDED) said it raided the facility during a …
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NASA’s Perseverance is about to land on Mars. China and the UAE will be there, too.
NASA’s Perseverance rover is expected to land on Mars, joining two other spacecraft from the UAE and China also exploring the red planet. What are they all doing up there?
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Lawyer for missing Dubai princess urges UAE to release her
The attorney for a daughter of Dubai’s ruler urged the Gulf emirate to release the young woman from almost three years of detention and avoid further international scandal after …
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Dubai Customs to Take part in UAE Innovation Month with 39 Initiatives
Dubai Customs has 39 initiatives and events under the “Al Furdah Innovates 2021” that are ready to launch in the upcoming UAE Innovation Month in Dubai …
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Dubai Free Zone Becomes First UAE Government Entity to Accept Bitcoin
Cryptocurrencies are now accepted as a form of payment at the KIKLABB free trade zone in Mina Rashid, Dubai. First Mover: What’s Next After Bitcoin Hits $50K? Another $1K Gain Bitcoin’s Price …
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