UAE to launch most powerful photography satellite
The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre has announced plans to launch the MBZ-Sat satellite for remote sensing into Earth orbit. The spacecraft is planned to monitor environmental changes, assess water
Marine transport moves to summer schedule
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority is switching sea and water taxis, ferries and passenger boats to a summer schedule. According to the authority, the transport will run in line
Careem to offer free bike hire
Careem bikes will be available for free at any of its 186 docking stations in Dubai, a promotion the transport operator has launched to mark World Environment Day. The promotion
Emirates to use recycled tableware on board
In honour of World Environment Day on June 5, with the theme of fighting plastic (#BeatPlasticPollution), Emirates has announced it will introduce new recycled tableware on board this month. Millions
UAE residents can expect a very long weekend in June
In June 2023, working people in the United Arab Emirates can expect a very long weekend - on the occasion of the Eid Al Adha sacrifice holiday. Eid al-Adha is
Dubai Mall updates name and logo
Dubai Mall, Dubai's largest shopping complex, has updated its name and logo for the first time in 15 years. The new name has already appeared on the facades of the
UAE Central Bank outlines the risks of virtual asset management
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has issued an instruction outlining the risks involved in dealing with virtual assets and virtual service providers (VASPs). The new rules in the
U-Ask platform on the official UAE government portal
The U-Ask platform, a chatbot powered by artificial intelligence technology, is available on the official portal of the United Arab Emirates government. The platform allows users to access information on
Medicine delivery drones introduced in Dubai
Dubai has tested drones capable of delivering medicines to those in need. The project was initiated by Fakeeh University Hospital in Dubai Silicon Oasis to improve the efficiency of logistics
DEF unveils exciting events
Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced the exciting line-up for the annual Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2023 (DEF). DEF will take place from 21-25 June at the