The Trump administration formally notified Congress on Tuesday that it plans to sell 50 stealth F-35 fighter jets to the United Arab Emirates as part of a broader arms deal …
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U.S. approves $23.37 billion advanced arms sale to UAE, Pompeo says
The Trump administration told Congress on Tuesday it had approved the U.S. sale of more than $23 billion in advanced weapons systems, including F-35 fighter jets and armed drones, to the United Arab …
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Soft power is essential for peace building, says Manal Ataya, head of Sharjah Musuems
Establishing museums with expansive programs, investing in arts education and higher academic learning of international universities, is how the UAE is fostering cultural diplomacy, according to Manal …
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7th edition of Sharjah Hospitality Forum to explore tourism challenges and prospects of recovery and growth
Forum to be held virtually for the first time in line with established precautionary measures to prevent spread of COVID-19 …
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U.S. approves $23.37 billion advanced arms sale to UAE – Pompeo
The Trump administration told Congress on Tuesday it had approved the U.S. sale of more than $23 billion in advanced weapons systems, including F-35 fighter jets and armed drones, to the United Arab …
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UAE purchase of F-35, MQ-9 officially cleared by State Department
The U.S. State Department on Tuesday cleared a massive package of F-35 fighters and MQ-9 unmanned systems for the United Arab Emirates, making official a potential sale still opposed by many …
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Trump administration approves $23B weapons package for UAE
The Trump administration has formally notified Congress of its approval to sell the United Arab Emirates $23.4 billion in weapons, including F-35 fighter jets and armed drones, Secretary of State Mike …
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Love Island’s Ellie Brown sizzles in racy snaps from Dubai getaway with Kaz Crossley
The reality TV star, 22, flaunted her incredible physique in the plunging two-piece as she shared a glimpse of her look with her fans on Instagram, while Kaz, 26, opted for a vibrant orange bikini.
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Tel Aviv to Dubai flights now on sale – when can I fly and what does it mean for Israeli travellers and UAE tourism?
The surprise warming of Middle East relations sees the first regular flights between Israel and the UAE, boosting regional tourism and promising quicker connections to the world …
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Real estate trends: Dubai’s home sales fall; decline in property prices slows down
The decline in Dubai’s residential values showed signs of decelerating in October, but sales of home units have somewhat slowed down, a new report has revealed. The average capital values for the …
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Indian engineering student from Dubai ends life in Sharjah
21 year old was found hanging from a ceiling fan at home Sharjah: Friends and family are grieving the death of an Indian student from Dubai, who is said to have ended his life at home in Sharjah.
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Dubai traffic project trial: 42% dip in road fatalities
A traffic incident management project trialled on the Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road and Expo Road reduced road fatalities by 42 per cent.
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Stranded Lankans take refuge in Dubai park, seek repatriation
A group of Sri Lankans on visit and expired residential visas has taken refuge at a park in Dubai, awaiting repatriation, accoring to a report by Dubai based daily Khaleeej Times. This is the second …
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144 floors of 4 towers in Abu Dhabi to be demolished in 10 seconds. Here’s why
Abu Dhabi: The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has launched phase two of a comprehensive renovation plan to redevelop designated areas of the iconic Mina Zayed area, and transform it …
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Don’t block traffic while waiting for your order, Sharjah motorists warned
The Sharjah Municipality has launched a campaign against motorists who block traffic by stopping their vehicles in the middle of the road to collect their orders from groceries, restaurants or other …
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Abu Dhabi Looks to Desert and Space Farming to Boost Food Supply
Abu Dhabi is stepping up investment in projects for farming in the desert — and even space — as the Covid-19 crisis prompts more efforts to safeguard food supply.
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SoftBank is reportedly considering moving its Vision Fund from London to Abu Dhabi
SoftBank is considering moving its Vision Fund from London to Abu Dhabi, according to a report from The Financial Times.
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