The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, which began construction in February 2019, announced today the close of construction and complete readiness for the landmark World Expo – the …
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UAE Condemns “Heinous” Killing Of Iranian Nuclear Scientist
The United Arab Emirates on Sunday condemned the “heinous” killing of a top Iranian nuclear scientist that Tehran has blamed on Israel, urging all parties to exercise restraint.
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Where to watch the fireworks in Abu Dhabi for National Day 2020
Abu Dhabi will be doing its part to celebrate the 49th National Day – along with a five-day holiday across the country, you can expect fireworks galore. Of course, things will be a little bit …
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Abu Dhabi worker demands Dh500,000 after falling from worksite
A paint worker has demanded Dh500,000 in compensation after suffering 40 per cent body disability falling from a worksite.The 23-year-old Asian man filed a lawsuit against his employer – a paint …
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Christmas in Abu Dhabi 2020: The best places to go for brunch and dinner
Christmas is almost here, and in Abu Dhabi there are plenty of places to celebrate the big day. If you want to head out for brunch or dinner on December 25, take your pic from the options below. Feast …
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UAE to set up new courts to hear money laundering cases
In addition, the establishment of specialised courts to examine money laundering crimes enhances the state’s efforts and effectiveness in facing money laundering crimes, Wam added. Earlier this month, …
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As Abu Dhabi ups its game, will the attempt to lure Indian tourists work?
Abu Dhabi plans to leverage the opportunity when the world’s largest global trade exhibition is hosted in Dubai next October …
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Dubai cuts fuel surcharge to bring down customer power, water bills
Dubai will reduce a fuel surcharge on customer electricity and water bills from Dec. 1, citing savings made by including renewable sources in its energy mix, Dubai media office said on Sunday.
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Water, electricity to cost less in Dubai: How it impacts Dewa bills
Fuel surcharge for water will be 0.4 fils for Imperial Gallon (IG) instead of the current 0.6 fils, Dewa said in a statement on Sunday. Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) has announced a …
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Photos: Sheikh Sultan opens Sharjah’s largest pasture
Khalifa Musabah Al Tunaiji, Chairman of Sharjah Municipalities and Agriculture Affairs Department, told Sheikh Sultan that the pasture is the largest in Sharjah. About 80 farms are being housed in the …
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Abu Dhabi Fund for Development finances US$ 70 million housing project in Albania
This grant supporting the Albanian urban reconstruction program is being provided under the direction of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin …
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Abu Dhabi Energy Services and SEHA Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Promote Energy Conservation
Abu Dhabi Energy Services (ADES), a TAQA Group subsidiary, to explore retrofitting Abu Dhabi Health Services Company’s (SEHA) facilities to reduce power and water consumption …
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UAE’s frontline heroes to attend closed-door Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Covid-19 frontline heroes in the UAE have been invited to attend this year’s Formula-1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2020. The event will take place on December 11-13 at Yas Island. The race …
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Asian gang robs Dubai couple of jewellery, phones and over Dhs15,000
A gang of three Asians, were arrested and referred to criminal court, along with two other runaway accomplices, for mugging over Dhs15,000 from a couple in one of Dubai’s residential buildings. The …
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Sharjah Customs achieved 2,521 seizures of drugs in 10 months
Sharjah Customs recently seized an illegal shipment of crystal methamphetamine, weighing 123kg, being smuggled into the UAE …
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21 things to do in Abu Dhabi over the National Day holidays
There’s a very on-brand, pop-up art gallery at The Edition Abu Dhabi for the long weekend. It features a diverse range of exciting artworks from local UAE, talent including this (above) one courtesy …
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UAE Cabinet Approves New Cybersecurity Body, Climate Change Envoy
The United Arab Emirates on Sunday approved the establishment of a new national cybersecurity council, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Prime Minister and Vice-President and ruler of Dubai, …
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