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RTA Marine Agency ferries 10 million passengers in eight months

Statistics compiled by Marine Agency at Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed that 10,884,007 passengers have been lifted in 621,082 trips made by marine...

Construction market in UAE expected to exhibit most favourable growth prospects,...

The construction market in UAE is expected to exhibit the most favourable growth prospects in the near term besides Saudi Arabia and Qatar. A key...

H1N1 vaccines explained

The H1N1 virus is a pandemic but at the moment it is still less deadly than the normal seasonal flu. The fear though is...

DED honours Dubai team involved in ‘Doing Business 2010’ report

His Excellency Mr Sami Al Qamzi, Director General of the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED), honoured the Dubai team involved in fulfilling...

The Spa at The Address Dubai Mall offers a luxurious...

The Spa at The Address Dubai Mall has nine elegant treatment rooms including an Oriental Massage room, Hydrotherapy and Rasul chambers

Ajman Sheikh offers to buy Christian Lacroix

Sheikh Hassan Ben Ali al-Naimi made a formal offer Thursday to take over Christian Lacroix, four months after the French couture house filed...

CDA organizes awareness day for students on importance of respect for...

Building on a special campaign, “My Parents…My Blessing”, to mark the International Day for the Elderly, the Community Development Authority in Dubai (CDA)...

The Address Hotels + Resorts further strengthens UAE portfolio

1. Assumes management of The Montgomerie Dubai clubhouse 2. Now called The Address Montgomerie Dubai 3. Troon Golf to continue to manage golf facility The Address...

Ministry of Economy focused on global cooperation, Al Shihhi

His Excellency Mohammed Ahmed Bin Abdul Aziz Al Shihhi, Director General of the Ministry of Economy, said the UAE Government is focused on...

MFNCA organises workshop on human resources to support Sheikh Khalifa Excellence...

The Ministry of State for Federal National Council Affairs (MSFNCA) organised a workshop on human resources as part of its strategy to support...

The Dubai Mall Medical Centre showcases advanced diagnostics and modern consulting...

1. 60,000 sq ft facility leverages medical expertise of US-based Methodist International 2. Conveniently located in second floor of The Dubai Mall 3. Highlights Emaar’s focus...

VASCO Data Security present at GITEX on the FVC booth

VASCO Data Security Inc. (Nasdaq: VDSI; www.vasco.com), a leading software security company specializing in authentication products today announced that it will be present at...

Giothon to raise funds for flood victims in the Philippines

‘Hakbang Buhay’, Walk for Life to take place on Friday October 9 at Safa Park, Dubai In the wake of typhoon Ketsana ( Ondoy ),...

Deyaar to hand over six projects in 2010

1. Projects scheduled for delivery include five projects in Business Bay and one in ...

Telecom Egypt safeguards corporate network with TippingPoint IPS

New solution helps to increase bandwidth availability by 40-70 percent Telecom Egypt, the largest provider of fixed line services in the Middle East and Africa...

DIFF chief, French Ambassador discuss national cinema tribute

Special DIFF 2009 segment strengthens relations with French studios and filmmakers, celebrates Franco-Arab cinematic ties Cinema fans across the UAE will enjoy the best of...

The Dubai Mall crosses landmark 30 million visitors

1. Over 1,000 retail outlets including debuts of global brands already open 2. New leisure attractions enhance visitor ...

Malcolm Wall Morris appointed Chief Executive Officer of DMCC

1. DGCX CEO takes over DMCC; draws upon professional background and expertise in commodities sector 2. Outgoing DMCC CEO Dr. David Rutledge retires following more...