Sultan Al Neyadi returns to Earth on 1 September
The historic expedition of UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi comes to an end this week. His stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) lasted six months, with Dr Al Neyadi and his American and Russian colleagues scheduled to return on 1 September. It is worth noting that Sultan Al Neyadi
Mother Teresa Award goes to UAE philanthropist
This year's Mother Teresa International Awards 2023 recognised the achievements of 18 outstanding individuals from around the world. UAE resident philanthropist Ahmed Al Falasi won first place for his contribution to social action. The winner was recognised for his humanitarian assistance in establishing state-of-the-art dialysis centres in the city
Transport links between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah improved
The United Arab Emirates has made life easier for drivers travelling from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai with the opening of a new section of the E611 intercity highway. The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure said the main purpose of the road project is to simplify the route of
UAE health workers create giant floral carpet
Health workers from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the northern emirates have created a giant floral carpet to celebrate India's harvest festival Onam. It required 750kg of flowers and 15 hours of work. More than 1,000 people of 30 nationalities took part in the creation. The main objectives of
Luxury car number plates to be auctioned in Dubai
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority is auctioning 90 premium car number plates. It is specified that the auction will begin on 2 September, Saturday. Traditionally, collectors and investors take part in them. At the 113th auction they will be offered elite two-, three-, four- and five-digit numbers, including: AA70,
Ecosculptures by UAE students to decorate Yas Island
Four students from Dubai and Sharjah have won an environmental art competition Yas Design Contest. The impressive works will soon grace Yas Island. Miral, in partnership with Aldar and Creative Lab under the guidance of Creative Media Authority, organised the Yas Design Contest. The main objective of the project was
Smart Farm on roof of the house
A UAE resident named Maha Al Muhairi has turned the roof of her house into a smart farm. The talented inventor grows organic vegetables and herbs all year round without having an engineering degree or agricultural experience. Ms Al Muhairi started her green experiments by entering a science competition while