The Dubai Municipality has issued a warning against the consumption of 11 slimming health supplements as they contain ingredients that are banned internationally. The advisory was shared by Dubai Municipality on their official Instagram handle. According …
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UAE Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News
Among her amenities is a spa therapy room, an outdoor sundeck cinema, two Jacuzzis and a 21m/69ft water slide to entertain up to 32 guests. The expansive main salon is a vibrant and contemporary space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxation …
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Brit who faced year in Dubai jail when caught on holiday with fake Scottish £20 is reunited with his partner and looking forward to ‘good food’ now he is back home
A father who faced being jailed in Dubai over an alleged counterfeit £20 said he was looking forward to ‘good food’ after landing back in Britain. William Barclay, known as Billy, was stopped on his return to Dubai International Airport in September …
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Dubai Future Accelerators Launch Cohort 3
DUBAI, Oct. 5, 2017 /CNW/ – Forty-six (46) companies from around the world, nine of which are from the UAE, will be taking part in the third edition of the Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA) program. The number of participating companies has almost doubled …
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Fake banknote man on flight home from Dubai – BBC News
An Edinburgh man who was held in a jail in Dubai for three days over a forged banknote has begun his flight home. William Barclay had been accused of trying to exchange a fake £20 note during a family holiday. Although the incident happened last …
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Dubai Police urge public to report reckless drivers
Dubai: Dubai Police have called on members of the public who witness traffic law violations to use the ‘We are All Police’ programme to report them instead of ignoring the incidents. This will help in identifying violators and keeping roads safe, an …
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Have you spotted these banned diet pills in Dubai?
Dubai: Diet pills may seem like a quick way to help shed off the weight. But did you know that by taking these 11 dietary supplements ones, it can lead to unwanted side effects and drastically raise your blood pressure. Dubai Municipality on Thursday …
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Ten new millionaires in Abu Dhabi Big Ticket draw
Abu Dhabi: Ten people became millionaires in Thursday’s Big Ticket draw for the Big 10 Millionaires series, which was held at the Abu Dhabi International Airport’s arrival hall. All ten people won Dh1 million each. Filipino expatriate Leilani Quijano Del …
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Abu Dhabi’s Al Maqta bridge to be partially closed
On Thursday, the Traffic and Patrols Directorate in Abu Dhabi Police announced that the two fast lanes on Al Maqta Bridge will be partially closed for maintenance. According to police, the bridge will be partially closed from October 5 at 11pm until …
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Dubai to introduce new green building ratings system next year
Dubai plans to change its green building ratings system in early 2018, according to the UAE state news agency WAM. Dubai Municipality’s Buildings Department issued Circular No. 222 regarding the new rating system – known as “Al Saafat”, or palm …
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Dubai roads get clogged with morning rush hour
Dubai: Motorists faced heavy traffic on Thursday as an accident and the morning rush hour affected a number of vital roads in Dubai. An accident on Al Ittihad Road brought traffic to a halt from the Sharjah direction, with tailbacks that reached after …
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Man held for robbing staff of three petrol stations in Sharjah
Sharjah: An Arab man has been arrested by Sharjah Police for allegedly assaulting and robbing a number of petrol station attendants in Sharjah, police said on Tuesday. Colonel Ebrahim Al Ajel, director-general of Criminal and Investigation Department at …
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There’s only 10 days left for Dubai’s new speed limit
In September, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police announced the decision to reduce the speed limit on busy highways following a spate of accidents over the last two years. Gulf News earlier reported that RTA officials expect the drop …
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Dubai’s reputation ranked: what survey reveals
Dubai: Whether people are looking to make investments, holiday plans or a new place to call home, the reputation of a city is quite important. And it should come as no surprise that Dubai has made the list. The Boston-based Reputation Institute has …
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Abu Dhabi Ports announces purchase of three new tug boats
Abu Dhabi Ports, the master developer, operator and manager of commercial and community ports within the emirate of Abu Dhabi, as well as Fujairah Terminals and Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (KIZAD), announced the purchase of three new tug boats during …
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Abu Dhabi Ports Inaugurates Trade Digitalization Platform
Maqta Gateway, Abu Dhabi Ports’ digital platform which aims to digitalize trade and streamline the exchange of information, was officially inaugurated in Abu Dhabi on October 3. The platform offers ports, exporters, importers, shipping lines …
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Scot’s fake banknote ordeal ‘almost over’ in United Arab Emirates
These are external links and will open in a new window A charity representing an Edinburgh man detained in Dubai over a forged banknote has said he is due to have his passport returned later. William Barclay was facing up to a year in jail after being …
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