Dubai: A taxi driver was honoured for assisting a woman whose car broke down last week in Dubai Internet City. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), gave a certificate of …
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2 children drown in Dubai swimming pool
Dubai police told Gulf News. The one-and-half-year-old girl Suad and her two-and-half-year-old cousin Shehab, had some food during Iftar time and then disappeared. Brigadier Ahmad Thani Bin Gulaitha, head of Police Stations Council in Dubai Police …
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Dubai improvement works to cut congestion on Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai’s Roads and Transport authority will open the second phase of road improvement works designed to reduce traffic congestion in and around the Business Bay area later this week. Phase two of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project includes upgrade …
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Inside a Filipino Muslim home in UAE
He added: “We have to prepare ourselves financially.” In a comment to Gulf News #Pinoy, another Maranao expressed his gratitude to the UAE: “This Ramadan, we thank the people of the United Arab Emirates for their generosity, kindness and hospitality …
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Draft law on assisted reproduction approved in the UAE
Gulf News File. Moreover, the proposed legislation will lead to … For its long-term impact, the proposed legislation will help strengthen UAE’s healthcare system, which will have a positive impact on public health and thus further improve development …
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Dubai cheaper for millennials goods than London or New York
Dubai: Dubai is among the cheaper cities compared to London … in terms of their consumption of delivery mechanisms are concerned. Millennials transact business with their principal bank 52 times a year via internet banking, compared to 42 times a year …
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Dubai wins bid to host 12th World Chambers Congress in 2021
Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber, expressed his deepest gratitude to Shaikh Mohammad for his continued support to the Chamber and the business community in Dubai. He said that the government’s forward-looking vision and strategy focused on …
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UAE cohort of Young Global Leaders to tackle pressing issues
Dubai: Three UAE residents chosen as Young Global Leaders (YGLs … and Tamer Makary (American), founder of Ethica Partners. Speaking to Gulf News following her selection, Moopen cautioned there are new threats on the horizon that must be dealt with …
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Ramadan in Abu Dhabi: For some, sports is the mantra
Abu Dhabi: After a day of fasting, residents in Abu Dhabi like to enjoy their Ramadan evenings visiting cafes, outdoor parks and shopping malls with friends and family. “Ramadan is about spending time with friends and family,” said Hadif Al Mansouri …
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UAE, Canada discuss increasing direct flights between two countries
He noted that increasing the number of direct flights will shorten geographical distances and achieve better communication between the business community and investors, and increase the volume of trade and tourism. The UAE minister also highlighted that …
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Fake copies of branded jewellery seized in Abu Dhabi, Ajman
Abu Dhabi Police and Ajman Police raided retail outlets in the … Ignacio Giacchi from the Bayt Al Hekhma Consulting that represents both brands told Gulf News. “After raiding all the target outlets in the capital, the Abu Dhabi Police, who were very …
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Abu Dhabi Ports Launches Blockchain Technology For Trade Community
Maqta Gateway, an Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, is the first Abu Dhabi entity to develop and launch its own blockchain technology, named Silsal. It will combine blockchain technology and unique digital user identities to provide a seamless and secure link …
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UAE and Canada explore increasing direct flights at ministerial meeting
The UAE and Canada are exploring the possibility of increasing the number of direct flights between the two countries in a bid to further strengthen the existing business ties between them. Economy Minister Sultan Al Mansouri has met with the Canadian …
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Business Bay parallel road opens on June 8
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, announced the opening of Phase II of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project at the Business Bay on Friday, June 8.
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Putin signs deal with Abu Dhabi as Russia and OPEC signal they want to put brakes on recent oil price rises
Russia and Abu Dhabi have signed a deal to stabilise energy markets amid as oil prices continue to rise. The OPEC cartel of oil producers – including the United Arab Emirates – and Russia reached an unprecedented deal at end of 2016 deal to cut production …
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UAE, Russia forge strategic partnership
Moscow: The UAE and Russia signed on Friday a Declaration of Strategic Partnership to cooperate in various sectors such as politics, security, economy and culture, along with cooperation in the humanitarian, scientific, technological and tourist domains.
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Russia, Abu Dhabi agree to help balance energy market
Russia and Abu Dhabi on Friday signed a cooperation agreement to stabilise energy markets amid a rising trend in oil prices, the Kremlin said. The deal, signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed Al-Nahyan …
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