DUBAI: The curtain rose on Dubai Airshow 2021, the first major in-person global aviation event to be held since the onset of the pandemic. Featuring 1,200 exhibitors, including 371 new exhibitors, the 17th edition of the mega-industry event is the largest in Airshow’s history. Following the cancellation of several major international trade shows in the […]
ABU DHABI: The stations of the National Seismic Network of the National Centre of Meteorology (NMC) recorded an earthquake of magnitude 6.2 on the Richter scale in southern Iran yesterday. There were reports felt in several emirates, measuring 2.3 on the Richter scale. WAM
SHARJAH: Air Arabia, the Middle East, and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator will showcase its latest A321neo-LR alongside the latest innovation, technologies, and cabin configuration at Dubai Airshow 2021 from November 14 to 18. The carrier also unveiled a special livery on its Airbus A320 and A321 neo-LR aircraft to commemorate […]
DUBAI: Speaking to all genders, faiths, and backgrounds, and creating opportunities for people of determination and marginalised communities are among the aims of Expo 2020 Dubai’s Tolerance & Inclusivity Week as it seeks to create a society for all. Running from November 14 to 20 and held in association with the UAE Ministry of Tolerance and […]
DUBAI: Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai can explore the innate human desire to accept and embrace different cultures and faiths through the ages as part of the Breadth of Humanity journey – just one of many curated tours available at the site. A great introduction to some of the participants playing a role in Expo’s […]
DUBAI: Ground-breaking performances from Arab singing sensations Nancy Ajram and Ragheb Alama, and a family-run with sporting legend Usain Bolt, will light up a crowded calendar at Expo 2020 Dubai this month – among a multitude of the reasons to visit during November. The unmissable entertainment line-up includes music, dance, and sport, featuring illustrious talent from […]
DUBAI: The India Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has emerged as one of the most-visited pavilions at Expo 2020 Dubai with the number of visitors crossing 300 thousand (3 lakh) in just 43 days on November 12. The pavilion was inaugurated on October 1 by Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs & Food & […]
DUBAI: Dubai Airshow 2021 will welcome members of the general public, including families and children to witness the daily flying display between November 14 to 18 from the purpose-built Skyview Grandstand, at Dubai World Central, Al Maktoum International Airport. Timothy Hawes, Managing Director at Tarsus Middle East said, “We are looking forward to welcoming members […]
ABU DHABI: The Abu Dhabi National Exhibitions Company (ADNEC) announced its pledge to Net Zero Carbon Events, a promising to produce a net-zero carbon footprint events by 2050 as it creates and supports a greener future for the MICE industry. This pledge is part of a global new initiative, which arises from the work of […]
ABU DHABI: The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) has officially announced that the UAE will host the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) in 2023. The UNFCCC confirmation followed unanimous endorsement by the Asia Pacific Group of nations during COP26, where nearly 200 countries have gathered to take concerted action to cap global […]
Growing up in an underdeveloped zone of Sebokeng, south of Johannesburg, South Africa, Musa Motha says his surroundings weren’t exactly idyllic. But he did have a dusty, make-shift soccer pitch directly across the street from his home. And for Motha, it was “paradise,” he said. That field brings back both good and bad memories for […]
