LONDON: A delegation from the UAE visited young Emirati patients at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) in London, bringing smiles and Ramadan gifts to children undergoing treatment. The visit, led by Dr. Maha Barakat, Assistant Minister of Medical Affairs and Life Sciences at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, aimed to uplift the spirits of the […]
ABU DHABI: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has commended the efforts of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, in advancing human values and promoting Quranic education worldwide. His remarks followed Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s recognition as the first-ever recipient of […]
DUBAI: The UAE Food Bank has launched the ‘United in Giving’ initiative, aiming to provide seven million meals to those in need during Ramadan. The initiative, led by H.H. Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, is part of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, promoting sustainable food management and reducing waste. […]
RIYADH: Mandarin has entered Saudi Arabia’s public schools, marking another step in the kingdom’s deepening ties with China. As part of a broader push to diversify its economy and global alliances, Saudi Arabia has made Mandarin a compulsory second foreign language in select schools. Students like Shaalan, who now learn Arabic, English, and Mandarin, see […]
SHARJAH: In a significant breakthrough for environmental research, the Environment and Protected Areas Authority (EPAA) in Sharjah has recorded three plant species in the UAE for the first time. The discovery, made by researchers from the Sharjah Seed Bank and Herbarium, highlights the emirate’s leadership in biodiversity conservation. The newly recorded species include Dactyloctenium australe […]
Aster Sanad Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Medcare Hospital in Sharjah, UAE are new entrants this year. Aster Hospital Mankhool has moved up to No.4 in UAE. This hospital, alongside Aster Hospital Al Qusais and Medcare Hospital Al Safa, has been consistently featured in Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospitals – UAE list over the last […]
DUBAI: Dubai Police has detailed the traffic violations detected by AI-enabled radars, highlighting fines, vehicle impoundments, and black points to improve road safety and reduce accidents. At a press conference at the Dubai Police Headquarters’ Research and Development Centre, senior officers, including Brigadier Issam Ibrahim Al Awar and Brigadier Engineer Mohammad Ali Karam, outlined how […]
Dubai: The city has transformed into a joyful season of wonderful moments for Ramadan in Dubai, bringing friends, families, and loved ones together until 30 March. Residents and visitors can create treasured memories with unique citywide experiences that are unlike anywhere else in the world, organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government […]
DUBAI: Dubai Municipality, in partnership with the Community Development Authority (CDA), has launched the ‘Safe Water for a Healthy Community’ initiative to enhance water system safety in senior citizens’ homes and villas. This effort aligns with the UAE’s ‘Year of the Community 2025,’ reinforcing a sustainable and supportive society. The initiative aims to improve public […]
In Dubai’s residential property market 243,000 new units in pipeline, rental yields stay strong, mortgage transactions soar, off-plan dominates Dubai: Dubai’s residential property market soared to new heights in 2024, with a record-breaking 169,000 sales – an increase of 42% on 2023, says leading real estate advisory and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. Prices saw sustained […]
UAE: India’s Champions Trophy final ticket rush: Tickets sold out within 40 minutes of opening window. With a waiting list of over 125,000, most people were disappointed. Tickets available at 1000% higher prices on resale websites As soon as the Champions Trophy final ticket sale started on the official website at 10 pm on Tuesday, […]
