UAE commemorates World Humanitarian Day by highlighting key global aid efforts supporting millions. ABU DHABI: The UAE will mark World Humanitarian Day by reaffirming its vital role in global aid, supporting vulnerable communities worldwide. By mid-2024, the country’s total foreign assistance surpassed AED368 billion, benefiting more than one billion people—a clear reflection of its long-standing […]
MBRHE and Dubai Police kick off a “Back to School” drive, sharing school kits and fun activities. Back to school initiative DUBAI: The Mohammed bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBRHE), in partnership with Dubai Police, has launched a heart-warming back to school initiative in the Muhaisnah area to celebrate the start of the new academic year. […]
Dubai Police foiled a $25 million pink diamond heist within eight hours, arresting suspects before they fled. DUBAI: In a daring operation named ‘Pink Diamond’, Dubai Police successfully prevented the theft of a rare 21.25-carat pink diamond, valued at $25 million, within just eight hours of the crime being reported. The rare gemstone was recovered […]
The UAE offers a vibrant, secure summer tourism season with record events, family experiences, and smart infrastructure. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates is experiencing one of its most dynamic UAE summer tourism season to date, marked by a wave of cultural festivals, family-focused events, and heritage celebrations across its seven emirates. With its hallmark […]
Dubai’s Supreme Committee for Hatta Development has unveiled 14 free retail spaces for Emiratis at Hatta’s major tourism site. DUBAI: In line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Supreme Committee for the Development of Hatta has announced 14 new investment and commercial opportunities for citizens at the Hatta […]
The UAE praised the Trump-Putin Alaska summit, calling it a key move for peace and international security. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the summit held in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing the meeting as a positive step toward global peace and trust-building in Europe. The […]
China launched its Shiyan-28B satellite aboard a Long March-4C rocket to explore space environments and test new technologies. SICHUAN: China has successfully launched a new experimental satellite, Shiyan-28B 02, into orbit as part of ongoing efforts in space technology development. The satellite lifted off from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre in the country’s southwestern Sichuan […]
Dubai’s RTA has deployed the AI-powered ARIIS robot to inspect metro lines, enhancing operational efficiency and cutting downtime. DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out an advanced AI-driven inspection system for Dubai Metro that significantly boosts maintenance efficiency and safety. Called the Automated Railway Infrastructure Inspection System (ARIIS), this innovation represents a […]
SpaceX is close to striking a deal with Saudia to bring Starlink WiFi to its planes, making streaming and browsing in the skies a breeze. RIYADH: Long flights on Saudia could soon get a lot more connected. SpaceX, the company run by Elon Musk, is reportedly in advanced talks with Saudi Arabia’s national airline to […]
Dubai Police have caught and extradited a top Chinese fugitive accused of running a massive illegal online gambling network. DUBAI: A months-long global manhunt for one of China’s most wanted fugitives has ended in Dubai, where police arrested and extradited a man accused of running a multi-million-dollar illegal online gambling empire. The arrest was made […]
Aramco has sealed an $11bn leaseback deal for Jafurah gas facilities with a BlackRock-led consortium to boost Saudi gas output. RIYADH: Saudi Aramco has signed an $11 billion lease and leaseback agreement for key gas facilities at the Kingdom’s Jafurah field with a global investor group led by funds managed by Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), […]
