Another one for UAE! The UAE has officially set a new Guinness World Record for the world’s longest handshake. A total of 1,817 people from different segments of the community came together to set the new record at Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday. The previous record was held by a number […]
Although the rain is expected to subside, sandstorms will continue across the UAE on Monday, as strong winds blow dust and reduce visibility. The National Centre of Meteorology forecasts cloud over much of the country, especially in northern and eastern areas. Temperatures could reach 21°C in Abu Dhabi and 23°C in Dubai, it said. Wind […]
New radars in UAE from today, pay Dh400 fine for this offence A new smart system has been set up on Abu Dhabi roads to avoid tailgating and fixed radars from today, traffic authorities have said in a statement announced earlier this month. The Abu Dhabi Police said that it will begin the automated control […]
The selfie-Kingdom (TSK) has officially launched. This newly opened museum has 15 rooms with a variety of backdrops suited for the selfie-taker or gram lover.This spot could also welcome Expo 2020 visitors to enjoy their photo-taking since its location is in proximity to the Expo site. TSK was created so that people of all ages […]
Fireworks to ring in New Year 2020 at Dubai’s Burj Khalifa are likely to begin at 11.57pm, and should last for five minutes. This was revealed at a press conference organised by the Dubai Police and the Roads and Transport Authority on Sunday. Also, a section of Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road will be closed starting […]
Let’s Save trees.. Save Paper. The Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (Dewa) has confirmed regarding the cutting down of paper receipts to begin from January 1, 2020. “As part of our ongoing efforts to preserve the environment and our commitment to smart transformation in all our services, the issuance of paper payment receipts will be […]
The UAE has issued an alert regarding rough conditions in the Oman Sea. Met department wrote in a tweet that waves are expected to reach heights of 7 feet. The alert is applicable until Thursday, October 31 at 12:00. According to the National Centre of Meteorology’s weather bulletin, fair weather is expected today with humid […]
To prevent accidents on UAE roads, the Traffic and Patrols Directorate at the Abu Dhabi Police has reminded the public about traffic rules through their social media platforms as a part of their awareness programmes and safety initiatives. In order to raise awareness, the Abu Dhabi Police has released a video clip to educate commuters on […]
Today 10th October is World Mental Health Day! To go more in detail, start from “what is World Mental Health Day” It is a day for: – global mental health education – awareness – advocacy against social stigma. The whole objective being, celebrating this annual awareness program by bringing mental illness and its major effects on peoples’ life to attention worldwide. […]
New tax on Dec 1! New selective tax on smoking devices & sweetened beverages from Dec 1! UAE announced on Monday that the new selective tax on electronic smoking devices and tools and sweetened beverages will come into effect from this year. The Federal Tax Authority announced that the new selective tax on the e-smoking […]