UAE breeds ‘heat-tolerant’ bees
The United Arab Emirates has created a new breed of heat-tolerant bees that can withstand severe climatic conditions, including temperatures as high as 50 degrees Celsius. This is how the UAE is adapting local farming to the weather conditions. Back in the days of the pandemic,
Dubai Sports Excellence Model winners to receive awards
The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has announced that the 9th edition of the Dubai Sports Excellence Model Awards Programme will be held at Al-Jawhara Hall in Madinat Jumeirah on 22 June 2023 to honour the winners who have achieved achievements in 11 competition categories over
UAE successfully tests artificial rain
The United Arab Emirates has conducted a series of successful tests of artificial rain technology in desert conditions. Cloud seeding was carried out using drones. The drones electrocuted the clouds to provoke precipitation in the form of rain. It is noted that the tests were conducted
Al Islami Foods sends food to the ISS
Dubai-based Al Islami Foods has sent food to the International Space Station to please Arab astronauts with homemade flavours. This included a traditional lamb roast with vegetables (saloon) arrived in Earth's orbit. Al Islami Foods specified that the product, which meets the culinary traditions of the
Aman Union holds its 13th Annual meeting
Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE's federal export credit company, is holding its 13th annual general meeting of the Aman Union at the St Regis Hotel in Dubai. The event was opened by H.E. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign
UAE issues clarifications for residents abroad
The United Arab Emirates Federal Authority for Identification and Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has issued clarifications regarding the validity of resident visas for UAE residents staying abroad for more than six months in a year. Residents will be required to explain the reason for
Penelope Cruz becomes Emirates ambassador
Ahead of the 2023 summer season, Emirates announces that Oscar-winning actress and philanthropist Penelope Cruz has become the new face of its latest advertising campaign and brand ambassador. In exclusive behind-the-scenes footage shot aboard the iconic Emirates A380 aircraft, Penelope spoke about her love for