Dubai: e&, the global technology group, announced that it has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest banner flown whilst in freefall skydiving. As part of its efforts to bring its new brand positioning, “Go For More” to life, e&, in collaboration with Skydive Dubai, facilitated the freefall. Five skydivers jumped from an […]
Dubai: There’s still time to experience all the very best that the city has to offer without spending a single Dirham as the iconic annual Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) enters its final few weeks. Celebrating DSF’s monumental 30th anniversary season with the biggest, best, and most memorable edition ever, organisers Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment […]
DUBAI: Dubai International (DXB) is on track to welcome 4.3 million guests in the first 15 days of the year, setting the stage for its busiest January yet. Daily traffic is projected to peak on 3rd January, with over 311,000 guests expected. With an average of 287,000 guests passing through daily during this period—8% higher […]
GENEVA: The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) is deeply alarmed by the devastating impact of winter rains and freezing temperatures on displaced Palestinians in Gaza, adding to the unparalleled humanitarian catastrophe. “Vulnerable people, including at least seven infants, have died from hypothermia, and these tragic deaths underscore the urgent need for shelter and other help […]
DUBAI: Dubai welcomed 16.79 million international tourists during the first 11 months 2024 between January and November, an increase of 9% compared to the same period last year when the number of international tourists reached 15.37 million. According to Dubai Tourism Sector 2024 Performance Report from January to November which was released by the Dubai […]
DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, launched the ‘Thank You Sheikha Hind’ campaign, which expresses gratitude to Her Highness Sheikha Hind bint Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. The campaign celebrates H.H. […]
NEW YORK: António Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations, pledges to reaffirm the commitment of UN to supporting efforts for peace and a more stable, and equitable world. In his official message marking the end of 2024 and welcoming the new year, Guterres highlighted the opportunity for 2025 to be a fresh start, one […]
BERLIN: The global population has surged to an estimated 8.156 billion in 2024, marking an increase of around 82 million people compared to last year’s figure of 8.083 billion, according to the German Foundation for World Population. This marks a steady rise since the world’s population surpassed 8 billion in November 2022. The United Nations […]
The Smart Rental Index covers all residential areas in Dubai, including key districts, special development zones, and free zones, ensuring standardised valuation and pricing criteria. Dubai: Dubai Land Department launches the Smart Rental Index 2025, marking a transformative milestone in regulating and developing Dubai’s real estate sector. This index represents a comprehensive system that integrates […]
DUBAI: Shoppers, get ready for an incredible deal! The Dubai Jewellery Flash Sale is happening this weekend, January 4 and 5, 2025, as part of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). Organised by the Dubai Jewellery Group (DJG), this special event promises jaw-dropping discounts and exciting prizes. During the flash sale, shoppers can enjoy massive savings […]
SINGAPORE: Researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Peking University have uncovered a promising method for pain relief using deuterated water modulation. Their breakthrough highlights the ability of deuterated water (D₂O) to influence the TRPV1 ion channel, a critical player in pain detection, effectively suppressing pain signals without disrupting neurological functions. The research, […]
