Quit bashing Dubai – Says Arab News Article!
It is surprising to see how world reacts at one flaw of Dubai while there are others who make humangous blunders and no one talks as much. The western media is bashing Dubai from every corner they can find this…
Dubai World issues updated statement on debt obligations
Dubai, Dec 1st, 2009 (WAM) — Dubai World (“Dubai World”) and its subsidiaries (the “Group”) would like to update their lenders on recent developments relating to their debt obligations. Following a detailed review of the Group’s liquidity and capital structure,…
The UAE’s First Dedicated Arthouse Cinema Opens At Reel Cinemas
The Picturehouse, the first cinema in the UAE dedicated to arthouse, independent and award-winning classics opened recently at Reel Cinemas in The Dubai Mall. The Picturehouse has lined up five debate-rousing movies between now and the end of January. The…
Schedule of Race To Dubai World Golf Championship
49 challenging tournaments to get to Dubai FromToTournament & VenueWinner/Prize (€) 06 Nov09 NovHSBC Champions Sheshan International GC , Shanghai, ChinaSergio GARCIA 3,900,561 20 Nov23 NovUBS Hong Kong Open Hong Kong GC, Fanling, Hong KongWen-tang LIN 1,996,575 27 Nov30 NovSportsbet…
SCCI to host first India-Sharjah Business and Cultural Forum
Sharjah, 16 Nov. 2009 First India-Sharjah Business and Cultural Forum was launched, Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, the Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry…
Abu Dhabi Tourism Grand Progress
Abu Dhabi’s tourism sector is buoyant following the inaugural Abu Dhabi Formula 1 (F1) Grand Prix, which marked a milestone in the emirate’s development, promoted the capital internationally and gave its hospitality sector a welcome fillip. Visit : http:/www.exoticabudhabi.com for…
World closer to running out of oil Guardian
LONDON, Nov 10 (KUNA) — The world is much closer to running out of oil than official estimates admit, according to a whistleblower at the International Energy Agency (IEA), the Guardian newspaper reported Tuesday. The whistleblower claims the agency has…
FAO to promote climate-smart agriculture
Rome, Nov 06th, 2009: The twin battles to improve food security for a growing world population and contain climate change can be fought on the same front the world’s farmland, Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations said…
Sharjah Water festival to boost tourism
Dubai: Sharjah-based Dana Gas, the Middle East’s first and largest regional private sector natural gas company, will be the main sponsor of the Sharjah Water Festival 2009. The festival — an initiative from the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority…
TV presenter in Saudia covered from head to toe
JEDDAH: A new TV show that discusses issues concerning teenage girls and female university students was recently broadcast with Saudi presenters dressed in black from head to toe. The show — named Asrar Al-Banat (The Secrets of Girls) — is…
Emirates Palace hosts F1 vintage cars exhibition
Abu Dhabi, Oct 31st, 2009: As momentum in the UAE capital is building up in the lead-up to the UAE’s first F1 Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit on Sunday 1st November, the Emirates Palace is playing host to an…
Official emblem of the National Day celebrations approved
Dubai, Oct 31st, 2009: The Higher Committee for the UAE’s National Day celebrations headed by HE Abdul Rahman bin Mohammed Al Oweis, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development has approved the official emblem of the celebrations for 2009 and…
E-books set to gain critical mass among public
E-book manufacturer Boeye Technology sees rapidly growing mainstream appeal for its products and is looking to collaborate with media and education companies in the region. The China-based company is aiming for a commercial launch of its affordable, super-slim e-reader E510…
Sharjah Plane Crash Brave pilot saved lives on ground
Eyewitnesses at the scene of a devastating plane crash in Sharjah have described what they viewed as a heroic effort by the pilot to avoid populated areas on the ground. The dead pilot was named as captain Mohammad Ali, a…
InterContinental Abu Dhabi Receives 5 Star Rating
Abu Dhabi, 7 Oct. 2009 (WAM) – InterContinental Abu Dhabi received the official hotel 5 star classification ratings from Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority. Simon Stamper – Area General Manager of InterContinental Abu Dhabi and Al Ain said: “Everyone at InterContinental…
