Committee to study non-Muslim religious activities established
The United Arab Emirates establishes a committee to study and classify non-Muslim religious activities, rituals and customs existing in the country. The idea is contained in a draft federal law
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
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
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
UAE to land probe on asteroid between Mars and Jupiter
The United Arab Emirates Space Agency plans to launch the MBR Explorer unmanned interplanetary probe in March 2028 to the main asteroid belt located between the orbits of Mars and
Beach lengths to increase fivefold in Dubai
Dubai's beach lengths will expand by 400% by 2040, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President, Prime Minister and Ruler of the Emirate. While today Dubai has
Nakheel launches new superyacht marina
Dubai-based developer Nakheel has announced the opening of a new marina that can accommodate 13 superyachts and 248 boats and launches up to 47m in length. Nakheel Marinas is located
Digital DEWA wins GovTech Innovation Award
Digital DEWA has been recognised as the winner of the GovTech Innovation Award for the title of Best Accelerator of the Year in Innovation and Sustainable Future. The award was presented
Dubai auctions 350 high-end number plates
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has auctioned off 350 high-end number plates that are sure to be of interest to collectors. These include two-digit number plates for classic cars
Global Village starts registering new tenants
Multicultural park Global Village, Dubai's popular family attraction, has started registering business owners to rent retail space for the 2023-24 season. In its 27th season, which ended in April, the park