UAE mobile networks change name to honour Emirati astronaut Hazzaa AlMansoori UAE’s telecom companies on Thursday changed their network names to ‘UAEAstro’ to welcome the arrival of first Emirati astronaut Hazzaa AlMansoori from International Space Station (ISS). AlMansoori will be returning on the Soyuz MS-12 spacecraft along with Nasa astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksey Ovchinin. […]
Residents will get immersed in stories of courage and pride during the National Day celebrations this year. Legacy of our Ancestors, a monumental theatrical masterpiece, will showcase stories from the past that reflect the country’s values long-embedded in its heritage and culture. The event will take place at the Zayed Sport City Stadium in Abu […]
Etisalat, the UAE’s largest telecom operator, has again changed their network name to ‘UAE Election’ to mark the Federal National Council (FNC) election that will take place on October 5. Some 495 Emiratis are competing for 20 seats for the FNC, with the remaining 20 places on the legislative council appointed by ruling sheikhs from […]
Fuel prices in the UAE for month of October were announced on Sunday. Super 98 petrol will now cost Dh2.24 per litre, down from Dh2.28 a litre in September, while Special 95 will cost Dh2.12, down from Dh2.16 a litre the previous month. Diesel will be charged at Dh2.41 a litre, it was announced, up […]
Mollywood star Dulquer Salmaan has started the shooting of his upcoming Malayalam film ‘Kurup’ directed by Srinath Rajendran. Former Femina Miss India and Bollywood actress Sobhita Dhulipala will play the female lead in the movie. According to reports, the actress has joined the team for the shooting. Sobhita played a lead role in Nivin Pauly-starrer […]
Music director and singer Jassie Gift is now Dr Jassie Gift. He completed PhD in philosophy from Kannur university. Dr Ramakrishnan, professor in Kannur University was his guide. Taking a break from the film industry, he dedicated five years for the research. Jassie Gift made his debut as a music director with the movie ‘Saphalam’ […]
The maximum temperature during the day is expected to hover around 41 – 46 °C. The relative humidity is expected to hit 95 per cent today, with temperatures reaching up to 46 °C, according to the National Center of Meteorology. Temperatures will range: 41 to 46°C – interior regions 37 to 42°C – along the […]
UAE police warning for drivers on the fast lane The Abu Dhabi Police on Tuesday shared videos of dangerous driving in the emirate, urging motorists to use the right lane of the road if they are driving at slow speed. In a video posted on Twitter account, the Traffic and Patrols Department of Abu Dhabi Police […]
Did you know? Dubai is named as one of the most Instagrammed cities in 2019 Dubai received 79 million hashtags this summer alone… We already know that Dubai is a very Instagrammable city with stunning architecture, natural desert habitats, incredible food and beverage offerings, the list goes on. And now there’s official proof too. According to […]
Dubai Police issue warning to beachgoers taking photos The Dubai Police issued the reminder to ensure residents and visitors remain on the right side of the law… While it might not be beach weather for most of us, tourists and residents who do hit the beach have been issued with a stark reminder from Dubai […]