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Palestine will remain in everyone’s conscience, and the UAE will steadfastly support its cause. That is according to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, who took to social media platform X to express his views. “The Palestinian issue will remain in our conscience, in the conscience of every Arab and Muslim and in the conscience of every human being who possesses true moral standards,” he wrote. Showing his support for the Palestinians, the Vice-President wrote: “The UAE will remain supportive of the cause and seek to bring…
The UAE’s broad economic prospects remain bullish, looking set for two more years of strong growth driven by its export-oriented non-oil sectors, analysts at a leading global bank said. The UAE is expected to retain its growth momentum, led by trade, transport, and tourism, with the broader service sector performing well as the population continues to expand, Ehsan Khoman, MUFG Head of Research – Commodities, and Ramya RS, analyst, wrote in the bank’s Middle East 2024 Outlook. “We are upbeat on the outlook for the UAE, where we expect non-oil activity to remain strong. The economy’s well-established infrastructure does not…
The prestigious tournament moved from its traditional home at the Emirates Golf Club to ‘showcase the skyline and city of Dubai to the world’ By Nick Tarratt, Khaleej Times Guest Golf Writer Perhaps not too many Dubai and UAE residents will recall the days when the then-named Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club hosted the Dubai Desert Classic in 1999 and 2000 on the DP World Tour. A directive by Mohammed Alabbar, the then Chairman of the UAE Golf Association, the organisers of the tournament along with the Dubai World Trade Centre, meant the host venue moved from its traditional…
Don’t sleep on Starz. While it may not get the recognition of other premium cable networks like HBO and Showtime, Starz continues to air quality movies and TV shows on its various networks. Because of its deal with Lionsgate, Starz is home to well-known franchises, such as John Wick and The Hunger Games. Starz also features a variety of great TV shows, from comedies and period pieces to dramas and crime thrillers. Below, you’ll find three great TV shows to watch on Starz in January 2024, including Outlander, the time-jumping love story based on a popular novel series; Party Down, a beloved sitcom…
Land custom centres in the emirate of Abu Dhabi will soon see an increase in efficiency and security with the introduction of new technology, including artificial intelligence (AI). The General Administration of Abu Dhabi Customs has completed a project to provide its centres in Al Ain city with advanced inspection devices, supported by AI and rapid non-stop scanning technology. The Khatm Al Shiklah and Mezyad customs centres, which are located on the border between UAE and Oman, have been equipped with seven state-of-the-art X-ray scanning devices (among the most advanced globally), as well as two central control and operation rooms…
Former US president Donald Trump filed an appeal on Tuesday against a ruling by the top election official in Maine that would keep him off the presidential primary ballot in the northeastern state. Maine last week joined Colorado in barring Trump from appearing on the primary ballot because of his role in the January 6, 2021 assault on the US Capitol by his supporters. Trump’s attorneys urged the Maine Superior Court to toss out the ruling by Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, a Democrat, calling her a “biased decisionmaker” who “acted in an arbitrary and capricious manner.” The Colorado…
Arabian Tea House Cafe Immerse yourself in the cultural charm of Old Dubai by visiting Arabian Tea House Café, a cool tea house located in the historic Al Fahidi district in Bur Dubai. The spacious courtyard offers ample seating, attracting art enthusiasts, locals, and tourists alike. Despite being renowned for its extensive tea selection with over 100 varieties, the tea house also boasts a substantial breakfast menu. Head to Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood in Bur Dubai to enjoy the cultural ambiance and diverse offerings of Arabian Tea House Café. Bebek Restaurant Indulge in a delectable Turkish breakfast at Bebek Restaurant,…
South Africa closed an extraordinary see-saw first day of the second and final Test against India at Newlands on 62 for three in their second innings, trailing the tourists by 36 runs after 23 wickets and several records fell on Wednesday. Aiden Markram (36 not out) and David Bedingham (7 not out) will hope to bat on and set India a challenging target on the second day. Seamer Mohammed Siraj took a career-best 6-15 as the visitors skittled their hosts for 55 in the first innings after the latter elected to bat on a wicket offering plenty of assistance to…
Tonight will see the peak of the Quadrantid meteor shower, one of the lesser-known meteor showers of the year. It won’t be as big or bright as some of the more famous showers like the Geminids or the Leonids, but it’s still a great excuse to head out and do some stargazing to celebrate the new year. If you’d like to check out this event, we have advice on how to watch the shower in person — or a livestream option for those who fancy seeing the sights without venturing out into the cold. What is the Quadrantid meteor shower?…
The Dubai Police confirmed that they received a total of 14,148 calls to the Command and Control Centre emergency hotline (999) and the Call Centre (901) for non-emergency cases from 6pm on December 31 until 6am on January 1 during the New Year’s Eve celebrations of 2024. In detail, Colonel Muhammad Abdullah Al Muhairi, Director of the Command and Control Centre in the General Department of Operations at Dubai Police, explained that the calls were distributed between 13,078 calls to the Command and Control Centre (999) and 1,070 calls to the 901 Call Centre for non-emergency cases. Al Muhairi commended…