Zaya Nurai Island closed in the UAE
Abu Dhabi's most luxurious hotel, located on Zaya Nurai Island, will close its doors from 1 April 2024. There is no word on the reopening date of the resort, but it has been clarified that a major renovation is still awaiting. The resort, which occupies its
Phone boxes for free international calls installed in Dubai metro
In Dubai, phone boxes have been installed at metro stations, from which passengers can make free international calls. Thus, during the holy month of Ramadan, public transport users can contact family and friends living abroad. The initiative is being implemented by the Dubai Roads and Transport
Online super sale kicks off this weekend in Dubai
The dates for Dubai's second online super sale have been announced. From 29 to 31 March, shoppers can expect discounts of up to 95 per cent on online shopping from well-known brands and major retailers. As part of the sale, organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail
WO-RK: Dubai Metro’s first co-working space
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with Co-Spaces, is launching the first co-working space called WO-RK, which will operate at Burjuman Metro station. Scheduled to open on 1 April, the testing period will run until 30 June. The co-working centre will be able to
Sheikh Mohammed establishes Environmental Protection Authority
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the establishment of the Emirate's Environmental Protection and Climate Change Authority. Ahmed Mohammed bin Thani has been appointed director general. The new authority will be
Louvre Abu Dhabi expands list of applicants for Richard Mille Art Prize
The Louvre Abu Dhabi has announced the expansion of the selection criteria for the Richard Mille Art Prize. The US$ 60,000 prize, launched four years ago in the capital, has until now been open only to artists from the six Gulf Cooperation Council countries -
Experts give advice on eating during Ramadan
Medical professionals in the United Arab Emirates have issued a dietary recommendation for the holy month of Ramadan, during which Muslims fast. According to them, the health benefits of religious fasting include detoxification, colon cleansing, lowering blood pressure and cholesterol levels, and improving immunity. According to experts,