Dubai crowned No.1 global destination in Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards for third consecutive year Dubai has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the top position as the No. 1 global destination in the Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Best of the Best 2024 awards for the third consecutive year, making it the first city to achieve such a […]
Dubai: The Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has announced the launch of a new service for people of determination, enabling them to book regular taxis through the DTC App. The new service specifically caters to individuals with non-motor disabilities, allowing them to book a regular taxi instead of the specialised taxis equipped for wheelchair users. Importantly, […]
Dubai: In an exciting turn of events during the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), an Indian family secured the first of four gold bars offered by Jumbo Electronics. This special win has added a touch of joy to their shopping experience at Jumbo. Jumbo Electronics, a popular consumer electronics retailer in the UAE, is currently running […]
5,222 hours spent on routine and corrective maintenance on Al Maktoum Bridge in 2023 Dubai: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that Al Maktoum Bridge, the oldest bridge in Dubai connecting Deira and Bur Dubai, undergoes comprehensive yearly maintenance to ensure its sustainability and efficiency in managing traffic. As part of RTA’s commitment […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the introduction of new flag fall rates for both regular metered taxis and Hala Taxi service at specific locations and times. The flag fall rate will be set at AED 20 at the locations of main events such as exhibitions and international conventions (World Trade Centre, Expo City, […]
Sharjah: His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, the Ruler of Sharjah, attended the launch of the 20th Sharjah Arabic Poetry Festival at the Cultural Palace. The event, organized by the Department of Culture, featured over 70 poets, critics, and media figures from various Arab countries. The festival, running for seven days until […]
As the interest in Veganuary continues to grow globally, Emirates is responding to a 40% increase in customer demand for plant-based meals. In 2024, the airline plans to introduce a variety of new vegan dishes onboard and in lounges, expanding its existing ‘vegan vault’ containing over 300 curated plant-based recipes. Emirates’ Vegan Culinary Highlights: The […]
Dubai: Dubai real estate market recorded 477 sales realty transactions worth AED1.66 billion, in addition to 129 mortgage deals of AED430.56 million, and 20 gift deals amounting to AED60.74 million on Monday, data released by Dubai’s Land Department (DLD) showed. The sales included 431 villas and apartments worth AED983.33 million, and 46 land plots worth […]
Al Ain Zoo has welcomed an impressive 575 new births between January and November 2023, with a particular focus on ungulates (large mammals with hooves eg. zebra, deer, giraffe, rhinocerous, etc.). These newborns are part of the zoo’s natural breeding programs aimed at preserving endangered species while maintaining high health standards. Mohammad Yousef Al Faqeer, […]
The Dubai Police Women’s Team is all set for the 2024 Emirates Tactical Teams Challenge happening from February 3rd to 7th at the Al Ruwayyah training facility. This follows their success in the previous year’s challenge. During their first appearance in the 2023 UAE SWAT Challenge, the Dubai Police All-women team secured an impressive tenth […]
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has taken a significant step toward achieving Emiratisation goals by initiating efforts to involve more Emiratis in the workforce. This move is focused on over 12,000 private companies in the United Arab Emirates with employee strength ranging from 20 to 49. Emiratisation is a national initiative aimed […]
