Deadly rains that swamped the United Arab Emirates, Oman and Bahrain last week and flooded Dubai in apocalyptic scenes were likely tied in part to climate change, a new study finds. Why it matters: The new research shows how human-caused climate change is interacting with natural climate cycles to render existing infrastructure inadequate.
Furniture stores in UAE offering help to those impacted by Dubai storm
As UAE residents continue to recover from last week’s devastating storm, furniture stores have stepped up to offer aid and assistance to those affected. Campaigns have been launched to help alleviate the financial burden on those impacted.
WE tops nPerf’s ranking for best mobile internet performance in Egypt during 2024
Telecom Egypt (WE), the country’s largest telecom operator, was ranked first for best mobile internet performance in Egypt in 2024 by French company nPerf.
The robotic arm takes over UAE gas stations
T he Abu Dhabi National Oil Company introduced the latest innovation. A robotic arm designed to refuel your vehicle at the pump in a few seconds. The arm opens your car’s petrol flap, twists off the …
Ahmed bin Hamdan awards winners of Abu Dhabi Grand Kingfish Championship 2024
Sheikh Ahmed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, President of the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation, and Aref Hamad Al Awani, General Secretary of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, have crowned the winners of the Abu …
Abu Dhabi Customs emphasises role of IP in driving national economic growth
Abu Dhabi Customs attaches great importance to the intellectual property (IP) sector, believing in its active role in supporting the growth of the national economy and enhancing its regional and …
Mohammed Bin Rashid Library Displays Valuable Publications At Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
(MENAFN- Dubai PR Network) Dubai, UAE, 27 April 2024: For the third consecutive time, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library will participate in the 33rd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, from 29 April to 5 …
UAE-Austria to bolster economic, trade and investment cooperation
Dr Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, has met with Karl Nehammer, Chancellor of the Republic of Austria, …
Dubai: Interest-free loans announced for some businesses hit by heavy rains
Interest-free loans could be granted to some small and medium-sized enterprises in Dubai that were hit by record rains last week, it was announced on Saturday.This new initiative for Emiratis was …
VIDEO: Fire breaks out in Sharjah’s Industrial Area
The Sharjah Civil Defence vehicle were seen rushing to the site. Gulf Today learned that the fire was in a factory located in one of the Industrial areas of Sharjah.
UAE company agreed to loan $13B to South Sudan in exchange for oil
A $13 billion loan to South Sudan, funded by Hamad Bin Khalifa Department of Projects, marks the largest-ever cash deal for the country.
UAE: 91-year-old grandma saved in surgery after swallowing fish bone
Inez Richards, 91, likes chewing on fish heads but, a few days ago, she had to be rushed to a hospital after complaining of some irritation. It turned out a fish bone was stuck in her throat — and …
After F-35 Deal Falls Through, UAE Looks to China For New Warplane
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been wanting to buy advanced F-35 fighter jets from the United States for years. This deal, however, seems to be stuck due to complex political reasons. The US …
Sharjah Award for Arab Creativity Wraps 27th Edition in Cairo
Sharjah24: The Sharjah Award for Arab Creativity concluded its twenty-seventh edition, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and …
Queen of Pahang State, Anwar Gargash attend premiere of ‘Children in the UAE’ film
Queen Tunku Azizah Aminah Maimunah Iskandariah, Consort of the King of Malaysia and Queen of Pahang State, attended the premiere of the film “Children in the UAE,” at the Supreme Motherhood and …
UAE: Rare Dh430,000 map of Abu Dhabi to be sold at upcoming book fair
A unique glimpse into the past awaits visitors at the upcoming Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF), as Peter Harrington, a London-based rare book seller, unveils a fascinating collection: a …
UAE welcomes 16th group of wounded Palestinian children, cancer patients
The 16th group of wounded Palestinian children and cancer patients arrived in the UAE early Saturday in implementation of the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to …