The United Arab Emirates is known to many for its wealth and its architectural achievements – most notably the Burj Khalifa – standing at an astounding 2,722 feet, making it the tallest building in …
UAE: Yahsat pays $55.85mln dividends for H1-24
Abu Dhabi – The shareholders of Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) approved interim cash dividends of AED 204.94 million for the first half (H1) of 2024. Yahsat disbursed a dividend of 8 …
WETEX 2024 supports future readiness of digital infrastructure worldwide
The 26th Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX) 2024 will host numerous global companies specialising in digital transfo …
5G data-only plans become more wallet-friendly across the GCC
Furthermore, the series leverages Arab Advisor Group’s extensive past data on 5G services in the region to investigate patterns, trends and shifts in 5G pricing between 2020 and 2024.
Dubai Police adds new Chery TIGGO 8 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle to its traffic patrol fleet
Major General Al Mazrouei emphasised that the new car will play a crucial role in managing traffic and enhancing the security presence of police officers in tourist areas and other key locations acros …
NASA Launches SpaceX Mission to Rescue Astronauts Stuck in Space
SpaceX launched a two-person crew to the International Space Station, the start of a mission to bring home two NASA astronauts stuck in orbit after flying on Boeing Co.’s Starliner spacecraft.
Electronic gaming market in UAE: Promising industry with global aspirations
A report by ‘’Statista’s Insights”, highlighted remarkable growth in the UAE’s electronic gaming market, with expectations of a significant increase in the number of players and market revenue, …
Dubai: New Salik Toll Gate Now Up To Be Operational In November
The 10th Salik gate in Dubai – located in Al Safa South – is now up but not yet operational. Located between Al Meydan Street and Umm Al Sheif Street, toll gates have been put up on both sides of …
Meet Joby: The 200 mph electric aircraft that will redefine commuting
Joby Aviation, a California-based startup, is developing an all-electric air taxi that could soon be seen above cities worldwide. The company recently showcased their aircraft at The Grove in Los …
AI technology uncovers ancient secrets hidden in the Arabian Desert
Researchers are finding creative ways to use artificial intelligence (AI) in archaeology, especially in challenging environments like deserts. A recent example comes from a team at Khalifa University …
Navigating the future of Satellite Communications: Nitin Prasad’s role in the YAHSAT program
One of the most critical aspects of Nitin’s work on the YAHSAT program was his responsibility for providing technical solutions that met the complex requirements of the project.
Earth set to obtain ‘second moon’ tonight that won’t be seen again until 2055
Our planet is set to gain a second, ‘mini-moon’ tonight (29 September), which will stick around for a couple of months. It is part of the Arjuna asteroid belt, which is not too far from Earth by space …
Iranian general died in Israeli strike that killed Hezbollah leader, reports say
In this photo provided by Fars News Agency, Iranian Revolutionary Guard Gen. Abbas Nilforushan addresses a meeting in Tehran, Iran, Feb. 5, 2024. Nilforushan died in an Israeli airstrike that killed …
US Declares UAE a Major Defense Partner
President Joe Biden has officially declared the United Arab Emirates (UAE) a “Major Defense Partner.” This move strengthens the long-standing strategic relationship between the two countries. The …
UAE: Earth to get new ‘mini moon’ today; will residents be able to see it?
The space rock is about the size of a bus and will orbit 4.5 million km away from Earth, unlike the Moon, which is 396,000 km away …
Alleged human trafficking victim thankful for UAE’s amnesty program
A 33-year-old single mother from Pampanga, who ended up overstaying for six years after falling victim to alleged human trafficking activities, is grateful for the amnesty program of the United Arab …
SpaceX launches rescue mission for NASA astronauts stuck in space
The pair expected to be gone a week when their Boeing capsule launched in June. Now, they won’t be able to come home until next year.