World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiators failed to break a deadlock on major reforms on Friday despite talks extending deep into overtime in Abu Dhabi, in what some delegates said was a triumph of …
Andrey Rublev disqualified from Dubai Championships semifinals for yelling in face of line judge
Andrey Rublev defaulted from his semifinal during the Dubai Championships on Friday for yelling in the face of a line judge. Alexander Bublik advances to Saturday’s final against Ugo Humbert of France …
Dubai millionaire’s wife shares ‘rules’ set by her husband that she has to follow
But this woman claims she has a very unusual set of ‘orders’ to follow from her husband, which would probably make the majority of women pass out. Sofia Kralow loves to share snippets of her affluent …
What’s the state of play in WTO negotiations in Abu Dhabi?
World Trade Organization (WTO) negotiators released new draft deals on Friday showing that all-night talks in Abu Dhabi had failed to produce a breakthrough on key issues, leading to a third extension …
Etihad Rail conducts Abu Dhabi to Dubai passenger train journey
Etihad Rail has conducted a passenger train journey from Abu Dhabi to Dubai.
UAE: Barakah Nuclear Plant To Generate Almost 25% Of Electricity Needs With Unit 4 Start-Up
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has moved closer to generating 25 per cent of UAE’s electricity needs with the start-up of the fourth unit. The Emirates Nuclear Energy …
UAE astronauts Matrooshi, Mulla to graduate from Nasa training programme on March 5
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) on Friday announced that astronauts Nora Al Matrooshi and Mohammad Al Mulla, from the second batch of the UAE Astronaut Programme, will graduate from the …
Dubai bans the use of electric scooters on Metro trains and trams
The RTA said on the X, “To ensure your safety and that of others, the use of E-scooters inside #DubaiMetro and #DubaiTram will be prohibited, starting Friday, March 1, 2024. #YourSafetyOurPriority” …
Microsoft’s Move in Telecom – 5G Partnership with Etisalat and AI Innovations Reshape Industry
Microsoft enters telecom equipment market with 5G deal with Etisalat in UAE, powered by Azure cloud. Also investing in AI-powered humanoid robots.
MWC 2024: Technology, business building blocks emerge for 5G Advanced
Hatt noted that GSMA data had shown 5G currently has a 20% global penetration, a level reached twice as fast as 4G/LTE networks. Drivers for this … the first to take on board the Huawei technology.
Talkers: Dubai jetpack race & global day of unplugging
Today we’re celebrating a Global Day of Unplugging. Organizers are urging people to step away from screens and enjoy other offline activities. We’re also talking about a unique race in Dubai. A group …
Masdar acquires 49% stake in 3GW UK Dogger Bank South projects
German utility RWE will retain a 51% share and manage the development, construction and operation of the wind farms.
UAE records lowest temperature of 2.4°C, chilly breeze to continue
00am UAE local time. Active northwesterly winds blow at 40 km/h, while the sea was rough in the Arabian Gulf with waves reaching as high as seven feet offshore. According to the National Centre of …
UAE: Suspension of e-commerce tariffs extended by 2 more years at WTO
M embers of the World Trade Organization have agreed to extend a moratorium on tariffs on electronic commerce for another two years at a high level meeting, according to a documen …
Abboud: Delighted to release special camera holding Sharjah’s name
Sharjah24: Asaad Abboud, the Regional Manager of Leica (Middle East), revealed the release of a special monochrome camera holding the name and logo of Sharjah at the International Photography Festival …
Startup is shipping 100,000-year-old Arctic ice from Greenland to chill cocktails in Dubai
A Greenland start-up is being accused of doing titanic damage to the environment by shipping ice from glaciers over 100,000 years old to be used in cocktails served at high-priced bars in Dubai.
UAE’s leadership in Soft Power Index a reflection of its track record of achievements: AGDA
The Anwar Gargash Diplomatic Academy (AGDA) emphasised that the UAE’s ranking first regionally and tenth place globally in Brand Finance Soft Power Index 2024 is a reflection of its track record of …