Robots to keep bicycle lanes clean in Dubai
Dubai municipality is automating the process of cleaning bicycle lanes - unmanned electric vehicles will keep them clean on the city's beaches. The eco-friendly type of transport moves at a speed of 40 km/h. Testing has now begun on the bicycle lanes along Jumeirah and Umm
Dubai enters top 25 best cities in the world
Dubai maintains its leading position in the MENA region and is among the top 25 best cities in the world in terms of attracting and retaining skilled professionals, innovative ideas and capital, according to Kearney's Global Cities Report. This year Dubai ranked 23rd on the global
Hiking and climbing season starts in UAE
The United Arab Emirates reminded about fines of 50 thousand dirhams for illegal organisation of group mountain climbing. From 1 November, the hiking and climbing season starts in the UAE, and thousands of residents of the country will rush to the mountains in search of
5G-enabled ambulances introduced in UAE
The United Arab Emirates has unveiled a new generation of ambulances connected to 5G networks. This feature will help reduce the response time of emergency teams and save many lives. The development was demonstrated by Response Plus Medical (RPM), headquartered in Abu Dhabi, and telecoms operator
Dubai seeks solution to traffic jams
Dubai authorities are studying whether telecommuting and flexible work schedules will help solve the problem of traffic congestion. Thus, private sector employees have been invited to take part in a survey. The survey was organised by the Dubai Statistics Centre and the Emirate's Roads and Transport
UAE launches search for Metaverse ‘idol’
A company in the United Arab Emirates has launched a global search for a Metaverse "idol" to participate in a competition to create a superstar from an avatar. The contest has the same concept as the American Idol music competition, except that it will involve virtual
Dubai Run to take place in November
The annual Dubai Run, one of the largest races in the world, is held every year as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge festival. This year's marathon will take place on 26 November, and will be free and open to participants of all ages and