The former Indian captain declared that the stadium was IPL ready and remarked that the IPL’s young players were eagerly looking forward to playing on …
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UAE announces emergency approval for use of COVID-19 vaccine
The United Arab Emirates has issued emergency approval for the use of a COVID-19 vaccine, currently in its third phase of testing in the gulf country, health authorities said on Monday. “The vaccine …
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IPL: Sourav Ganguly lauds new-look Sharjah Cricket Stadium
BCCI president Sourav Ganguly on Sunday visited the Sharjah Cricket Stadium, one of the three venues for this year’s IPL, and lauded the ground for it …
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The unexpected coronavirus economy: How coffee, lumber and hydrogen defied market odds
Chaddy Kirbaj, vice director at Swissquote Bank’s Dubai Office, highlights how certain markets remain bullish, seemingly immune to the turmoil around them …
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Abu Dhabi’s Yas Theme Parks, attractions get ‘Go Safe’ certification
The certification aims to enforce global standards for safety and cleanliness across all tourism and retail establishments in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner …
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Deals between Israel, UAE and Bahrain shatter old barriers
The UAE and Bahrain will become the third and fourth Arab countries to break ranks from the crumbling pan-Arab boycott against the Jewish state and open diplomatic relations, after Egypt (1979) and …
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UAE Official On Peace Deal: Israel Agreeing Not To Annex Palestine Remains “Front And Center”
CNN’s Wolf Blitzer and Reem Al Hashimy, the United Arab Emirates Minister of State for International Cooperation, discuss the upcoming White House signing ceremony that will solidify recent …
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Dubai’s iconic tourist attractions reopen amid the pandemic
As countries around the world grapple with reopening their economies amid the coronavirus pandemic, the emirate of Dubai is back open for tourism, a sector vital to its economy. But will potential …
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COVID-19: Dubai Police arrest two managers, DJ for flouting precautionary measures at a party
Dubai Police have arrested two managers of a tourism company and a DJ for organising a party for more than 100 people in an enclosed place, an official said on Monday. Brigadier Jamal Salem Al Jallaf, …
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COVID-19: Nearly 50% of kids under 10 years get flu in Dubai, says new study
Almost 16% flu patients in Dubai from 2017-2019 required hospitalisation Dubai: Almost half of students suffering from flu in the UAE are less than 10 years old, a study conducted by the Dubai Health …
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‘Drug addict’ tries to run over Dubai cop to avoid arrest
A 29-year-old man has been charged at the Dubai Court of First Instance after he tried to run over a police officer to evade arrest. Public prosecution records show that the incident happened on …
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Dubai Customs recycles Dh3.2 million worth of counterfeit products
Dubai Customs has recycled 149,000 counterfeit goods worth Dh3.2 million since the start of the year. The pieces came from 46 international brands and it marks a more environmentally-friendly approach …
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Coronavirus: Dubai Police arrest DJ, two managers for organising party
The violators were arrested when a video of the crowded party started circulating across social media platforms.
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Jessica Kahawaty on launching a Dubai food delivery concept with her mother: ‘We are so excited about sharing our home recipes’
Being a lawyer, humanitarian, model and social media star, it feels like there’s little Jessica Kahawaty can’t do. And she’s adding another feather to her cap with the launch of a food venture – …
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DIFC Courts, Dubai FDI partnership to boost investor confidence in Dubai
DUBAI – The Dubai International Financial Centre, DIFC, Courts has signed a cooperation agreement with the Dubai Investment Development Agency, Dubai FDI, an agency of the Department of Economic …
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Dubai-based GP Global’s tanker seized in India over loan dispute -document
Dubai-based oil trading firm GP Global after a petition from UAE lender National Bank of Fujairah over a loan default …
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Bahrain Pride among 12 entries for Dubai Duty Free Mill Reef Stakes
Bahrain Pride is one of 12 contenders for the Dubai Duty Free Mill Reef Stakes at Newbury on Saturday. Simon and Ed Crisford’s colt is unbeaten in two starts to date, having followed up a debut …
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