AJMAN/RAK: In response to UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed’s call for rain prayers, rulers, imams, and worshippers across the nation gathered on Saturday to perform Salat Al Istisqa. This traditional prayer seeks Allah’s mercy and blessings for rainfall. Leading the prayers were H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member […]
Dubai’s 6,500 km walkway network will feature scenic routes, pedestrian bridges, and smart app integration, boosting urban mobility by 2040. DUBAI: Dubai is set to become a pedestrian-friendly city with the launch of the ambitious Dubai Walk Master Plan. Approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the plan aims to develop a […]
ABU DHABI: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque welcomed 82,053 visitors during the 53rd Eid Al Etihad holiday, recording a 7% increase from last year. The peak day was December 1, 2024, with 23,932 visitors. A top cultural and tourist destination, the mosque offered an engaging Eid experience. Visitors explored “Souq Al Jami” and outdoor kiosks, […]
DUBAI: A captivating look at Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s visionary leadership and nation-building journey in the authorised biography, To Be the First. A man whose legendary drive and singularity of purpose has built not only Dubai and its many icons and sensational achievements, but transformed his entire nation to rise from the barren sands to […]
DUBAI: The UAE has emerged as a leader in the Arab world in the TIMSS 2023 International Report, which evaluates student progress in grades 4 and 8 in science and mathematics. Conducted every four years, the study saw participation from over 64 countries globally. The report was unveiled on December 4 at Dubai’s Museum of […]
Goumbook launches the Mangroves United campaign at Sports Impact Summit 2024 Dubai: The sports industry has an opportunity, as every industry holds—to decarbonize, support nature-based solutions, drive sustainable practices and contribute to climate action. As climate change threatens both natural landscapes and the facilities where sports thrive, impacting the health & wellbeing of athletes; the […]
ABU DHABI: The 16th edition of the Etihad Airways Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marked the end of Lewis Hamilton’s 12-year journey with Mercedes, closing a chapter that saw the British driver participate in 245 races and secure 84 victories across Grand Prix and Sprint events. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, has announced a surprising […]
Chasing Dreams, the captivating new song released by the non-profit Team AngelWolf, celebrates differences and the spirit of inclusion. Dubai: Team AngelWolf, a Dubai-based CDA-licensed foundation, continues to inspire with its powerful message of inclusion and harmony. The organisation, known for uniting individuals with and without disabilities, has brought this vision to life through their […]
An epic opening weekend brimming with only-in-Dubai experiences, brand-new DSF additions, and ever-popular signature events will kick-off a non-stop programme of day-in-day-out, fun-filled moments for everyone, every day, in every corner of the city. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 06 December 2024: The iconic annual Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) takes citywide celebrations to dazzling new heights […]
ABU DHABI: Zayed International Airport (AUH) has been named World’s Most Beautiful Airport at the prestigious Prix Versailles awards, recognising its exceptional architectural design in the Airports category. The announcement, made at UNESCO’s Headquarters in Paris, coincided with AUH’s first anniversary and the UAE’s 53rd Eid Al Etihad celebrations. In just a year of operation, […]
SHARJAH: The 8th edition of the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Festival (SEF) is set to take place on February 1-2, 2025, at the Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SRTIP). Organised by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa), the two-day event will host keynote speeches, workshops, and activities across 10 themed zones and five stages. With the theme […]
