Blockchain Life 2024 thunderstruck in Dubai
The 12th edition of the Blockchain Life Forum, known as the leading gathering for global cryptocurrency leaders, concluded with an impressive turnout of 10,162 attendees despite the unprecedented storm that happened in Dubai. Representatives of the crypto industry have always stood apart, largely due to their unique character and the
Quiet weddings gain popularity in UAE
Many couples getting married in Dubai are now increasingly opting for more intimate and personalised weddings and inviting just 50-100 guests, according to a spokesperson from Dubai's Department of Economic and Tourism (DET). "Weddings with meaning" and the use of new technology have also become a trend. "There is a
Green charging stations in Dubai to grow by 150 per cent
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) will increase the number of green charging stations from 390 to 1,000 by 2025. The programme will be implemented as part of Dubai's Zero Carbon and Clean Energy strategies. Thus, the network of public fast and ultra-fast charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) will
Dubai Prince posts video of ‘bathing’ elephants
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, posted a video on social media showing elephants rejoicing in the rain. The video has gone viral. The short video shows five African elephants grazing in the desert against the backdrop of Dubai's skyline and an overcast sky.
UAE held 136 search and rescue operations in 24 hours
The United Arab Emirates National Guard's Search and Rescue Centre, in conjunction with the Ministry of Interior and strategic partners, conducted 136 search and rescue and evacuation operations over the past 24 hours amid the flooding and heavy rains that hit the country on Tuesday. These operations included 65 medical
Emirati astronaut to take part in Mars mission
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has revealed the identity of an Emirati astronaut who will take part in the next phase of a key Nasa simulation aimed at replicating the conditions of a mission to Mars. According to a statement from MBRSC, Sharif Al Romaiti, a pilot with
Global Village postpones closing date
Global Village Multicultural Park, a popular family attraction in Dubai, is wrapping up another season of operations. The park was originally scheduled to close on Sunday, 28 April, but that date has been postponed until Sunday, 5 May. Global Village began operating this year on 18 October, a week earlier