BlogsAugust 8, 2017
Up to Dh10,000 per night: UAE tourists splurge on ‘sportcations’
Tourists in the UAE are embracing "sportcations," with some splurging up to Dh10,000 per night to enjoy the country's exceptional sports facilities and experiences. Visitors often take advantage of the UAE's premier sports offerings, blending leisure with fitness. The trend of sportcations, which combines travel with sports activities, is gaining...
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Icons of Porsche returns to Dubai bigger than ever
Icons of Porsche Icons of Porsche is back for its third edition after a successful outing last year. After seeing more than 15,000 people make their way to the Slab at Dubai Design District in 2022, the coolest car gathering in the region is set to be even bigger and...
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Sheikh Hamdan leads record-breaking Dubai Run 2024
278,000 residents, visitors from diverse backgrounds join celebration of well-being Dubai: A record-breaking 278,000 participants from diverse backgrounds took part in the iconic Dubai Run, transforming Sheikh Zayed Road into the world’s largest running track. The event, held this morning, was a celebration of health and well-being, led by Sheikh...
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Yalla TV launches student internships as part of capabilities upgrade
The upgrades underscore Yalla TV’s unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality content while fostering opportunities for emerging talent and businesses. UAE-based Yalla TV has announced the enhancement of its production facilities. With state-of-the-art studios, cutting-edge recording equipment, and advanced digital infrastructure, Yalla TV aims to elevate the media landscape and provide...
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The UAE arrests 3 Uzbek nationals for the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi
DUBAI — The United Arab Emirates announced on Monday that police have arrested three Uzbek nationals in connection with the killing of an Israeli-Moldovan rabbi, an incident that has raised concerns within the growing Israeli community in the country. The UAE Interior Ministry’s statement did not provide a motive for...
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Sheikh Mohammed tours Emirates’ first Airbus A350
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited Dubai International Airport to inspect Emirates’ latest addition to its fleet, the Airbus A350-900, according to the Dubai Media Office. He was accompanied by Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin...
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Deadly Landslides and Flash Floods Devastate Indonesia’s North Sumatra Province
Severe weather in Indonesia’s North Sumatra province has led to deadly landslides and flash floods, leaving at least 27 people dead and many others missing. Torrential rains began last week, causing widespread destruction in four districts. Authorities warn that extreme weather conditions may persist until the end of the year...
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Namibians await vote results as ruling party seeks to extend 34-year rule
Votes are being counted in Namibia, where the ongoing election could be the most competitive since the country's independence from white-minority rule in South Africa 34 years ago. The election has been marred by logistical issues, with some areas requiring an unscheduled second day of voting on Thursday. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah,...
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Ukraine power grid hit by major Russian drone and missile attack
A major Russian drone and missile attack has left over one million people in Ukraine without power, after a coordinated assault on the country’s energy grid overnight. The attack, which lasted for several hours, involved waves of drones and missiles traveling across Ukraine, marking the second such strike this month....
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