UAE may become global fashion centre
In the next 1-2 years, experts predict an acceleration in the growth rate of the fashion industry. This is due to the fact that many well-known international brands are planning
McDonald’s opens restaurant of the future in UAE
McDonald's UAE has joined forces with Schneider Electric to upgrade its flagship restaurant in Dubai. The introduction of energy-saving technologies and solutions will save up to 20 per cent of
Sultan Al Neyadi returns to Earth on 1 September
The historic expedition of UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi comes to an end this week. His stay aboard the International Space Station (ISS) lasted six months, with Dr Al Neyadi
Mother Teresa Award goes to UAE philanthropist
This year's Mother Teresa International Awards 2023 recognised the achievements of 18 outstanding individuals from around the world. UAE resident philanthropist Ahmed Al Falasi won first place for his contribution
UAE health workers create giant floral carpet
Health workers from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the northern emirates have created a giant floral carpet to celebrate India's harvest festival Onam. It required 750kg of flowers and 15
Ecosculptures by UAE students to decorate Yas Island
Four students from Dubai and Sharjah have won an environmental art competition Yas Design Contest. The impressive works will soon grace Yas Island. Miral, in partnership with Aldar and Creative Lab
Smart Farm on roof of the house
A UAE resident named Maha Al Muhairi has turned the roof of her house into a smart farm. The talented inventor grows organic vegetables and herbs all year round without
Rove Hotels to plant 28,000 trees
Representatives of Rove Hotels have pledged to plant one tree for every hotel room booked in Dubai between 30 November and 12 December 2023. The initiative by Rove Hotels will
UAE government keeps fighting poverty
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, reaffirmed on World Humanitarian Day that the United Arab Emirates will
Armin van Buuren sets two records at Burj Khalifa
Legendary DJ Armin van Buuren set two world records with a 41-minute show on the world's tallest building, the Burj Khalifa skyscraper in Dubai. The performance took place on the