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Dubai’s oldest wooden vessels get a smart, green upgrade

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the enhanced new generation of traditional wooden ‘Abras’ (or ferries) replicating the same design of the existing Abras while conforming to the highest security, safety and environmental standards. The traditional Abras are one of the most important and the eldest marine transport services in Dubai. The new, […]

Getting a Pfizer jab in Dubai? Here’s all you need to know

Dubai launched its “extensive” and “free-of-charge” vaccine campaign Wednesday after the first batch of Pfizer BioNTech shipment landed in the emirate. Over the past 24 hours, several citizens have lined up from the jab including staff and officials from Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Dubai Police, as well as a senior Emirati citizen. As per […]

First to get Pfizer jabs in UAE share thoughts

The Pfizer BioNTech vaccine began its roll-out in the emirates earlier this week in an extensive campaign kicked off by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) The first to receive the jabs included a senior Emirati citizen, a DHA nurse, a paramedic, a staff member from Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) and a Dubai Police […]

Purrs and Grr’s! Scenes from the Dubai Pet Festival 2020

Paws and claws of all sizes tumbled amok the grounds of Al Warsan Birds & Pets Market last week as Dubai’s annual Pet Festival made its bounding return. The free-entry family-fun event is designed to raise awareness on animal welfare and educate the masses on a range of topics like pet health, food, fashion, and training […]

Dubai flies in first Pfizer vaccine batch, kicks off ‘free of charge’ campaign

Dubai received its first shipment of the Pfizer-Biontech vaccine against coronavirus early Wednesday, authorised by the Ministry of Health and Prevention for “extensive and free-of-charge” inoculations. The decision comes in response to a request by Pfizer to approve its emergency registration so that concerned health authorities can import the vaccine after fulfilling all international criteria […]

RTA unveils shiny Expo metro line: ‘Route 2020’

Route 2020, the extension of the Dubai Metro line from Jabal Ali Station to Expo 2020 station, is set to run from the first day of the new year. “The initial operation phase would cover four stations, namely: Jebel Ali, The Gardens, Discovery Gardens, and Al Furjan Stations, and the other remaining three stations would […]

Dubai Shopping Festival 2020 roars in on a festive high

The ‘world’s biggest’ shop fest is back in town as the annual DSF’s 26th run kicked off Thursday to a grand opening of wowing sales, thriving markets, live concerts, and all-around family entertainment. Set to dash into the new year, from December 17 to January 30, the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will usher in an […]

Robo-DJ spins some wild beats at GITEX 2020

Hands in the air, get those feet pumping — this DJ is wiring up a bop! Catch Robot DJ YuMi’s Unforgettable Performance at Gitex 2020, where Advanced Robotics Meets the Art of DJing. Witness as this Pioneering Robot Captivates the Crowd with its Masterful Beat Mixing and Rhythmic Dance Moves, Defining a New Era in […]

Global Village infuses true ‘spirit of the union’ with UAE49 celebrations

Today, the Global Village in the UAE celebrated its 49th National Day with a host of vibrant festivities, drawing in an international crowd. CEO Bader Anwahi expressed pride in these events, which showcased the park’s rich cultural offerings. Highlights included the inauguration of the “Spectacular Fireworks Button” to honor distinguished guests, and various art installations […]

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