A man of Asian origin was arrested from the Dubai International Airport after authorities found that he was trying to smuggle 681.8 grams of heroin into the country.
The acc …
Georgia Steel leaves Dubai for Maldives as she brands Covid-19 pandemic ‘dull’
Speaking in her defence, Georgia Steel said the Love Island stars had their trip planned “for ages” but she promised to bring her followers some “light” during the coronavirus pandemic …
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VISA: 97% of UAE SMBs have embraced new digital technologies to meet changing consumer behaviors
As we now step into 2021, VISA says that businesses are embracing digital payments more rapidly than ever before. The third edition of VISA’s global research study, “VISA Back to Business Study – 2021 …
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UAE- Video: Sharjah turns Expo Centre into vaccination centre
Expo Centre Sharjah, the emirate’s top venue for massive events, has now been added to the UAE’s list of vaccination centres, the authorities have announced.
M …
Abu Dhabi Police dismantle international gangs and seize drugs worth Dhs1 billion
Abu Dhabi Police confirmed that anti narcotics force would always be in the lookout for anyone who seeks to undermine the security of the society.
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Wizz Air CEO on Ticket Prices, Lockdowns, Abu Dhabi
Jozsef Varadi, chief executive officer at Wizz Air Holdings Plc., discusses ticket prices, the impact of new lockdowns on the business and his outlook for Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. He speaks exclusively on …
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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to add Tel Aviv flights next month
The new route, launching on February 12th, will create new opportunities for travellers and further diversify the tourism sector in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.
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Abu Dhabi’s Human Resources Authority and EGA sign agreement
The Human Resources Authority (HRA) of Abu Dhabi and Emirates Global Aluminum (EGA), the largest industrial company in the UAE outside oil and gas, have signed an agreement to further bolster UAE …
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Wizz takes advantage of UAE-Israel ties to open Abu Dhabi-Tel Aviv
Wizz Air is the latest operator to take advantage of the political agreement between the United Arab Emirates and Israel, with plans to serve the Abu Dhabi-Tel Aviv route. The airline will open the …
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Everything you need to know about travelling to Abu Dhabi for the UFC
The UFC is returning to Abu Dhabi this month for three events including two Fight Nights and UFC 257. All three events will be held at the brand new Etihad Arena and select number of fans are being …
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Smug mum leaves three kids at home to jet to Dubai so she can escape lockdown and ‘homeschool in paradise’
WHEN West Sussex was plunged into Tier 4 after Christmas, the only thing getting Shona Sibary through was the prospect of her children returning to school. But the mum-of-four’s hopes were …
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Dubai-based Indian teenager helps recycle 25 tonnes of e-waste
Riva Tulpule, a student of grade 10, got the idea to start the campaign while clearing out drawers filled with broken devices in 2016, the Gulf News reported.
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Love Island and Towie stars party in Dubai despite intense criticism as UK remains in lockdown
Influencers including former Love Island and Towie stars were seen partying it up at a launch in Dubai overnight, despite intense criticism levelled at those who have escaped London in lockdown all in …
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Why much of Africa’s illicit gold trade transits through Dubai
The gold business is changing, many of the bigger companies are changing their strategies,” says Richard Morgan, head of government relations at mining giant Anglo American.
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Mubadala unit among investors in new Abu Dhabi fund to support tech start-ups
Abu Dhabi-based Access Bridge Ventures, a newly launched regionally-focused fund, will target a final commitment of over $25 million …
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Wizz Air’s Abu Dhabi Venture Expects to Add Gulf Routes Soon
Wizz Air’s new Abu Dhabi-based joint venture airline expects to soon add flights to other Gulf Arab cities following its launch this week, the Hungary-based carrier’s chief executive said on Thursday.
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UAE airline discount: Fly out of Dubai, Abu Dhabi for as low as Dh99
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s new national airline, which commenced its operations on Friday with flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Athens, Greece, is offering reduced prices on tickets …
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