Emirates plane in crash landing at Dubai Airport
Photos and videos of an Emirates aircraft billowing smoke at Dubai International Airport began circulating on social media Wednesday afternoon. Emirates Fire!!! pic.twitter.com/MmFQa8eY9r — Amna husna...
View ArticleEmirati businessman launches MENA’s largest tech fund
Emirati businessman Mohamed Alabbar is set to launch a new technology fund in the Middle East and North Africa, aimed at growing the Arab tech-entrepreneurship scene, according to Al Arabiya. #UAE...
View ArticleDubai’s Sheikh Mohammed salutes fallen firefighter
“As sad as we are for the loss of Jassim, we are proud of our youth and their sacrifices while performing their duties in protecting lives and saving people,” said Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin...
View ArticleTop 5 things to do on Palm Jumeirah that don’t include Atlantis
When we think of Palm Jumeirah in Dubai, we immediately think of the Atlantis hotel and the water park. But there is more to this modern architectural masterpiece than walking the corridors of the...
View Article4 first world problems we complain about in Dubai
Dubai spoils us with constant sunshine, great work opportunities and fantastic services to the extent that we become really picky after living in this emirate for too long. It’s Dubai’s fault really,...
View Article11 tweets by car-owners in Dubai that are too true
Owning a car in the futuristic utopia that is Dubai is a rather special situation, especially in the summer. You’re buzzing through swirling highways in smoldering heat not fit for human life, and it...
View Article4 guiltless laban dips to impress your friends
If you are hosting a dinner party, or just treating yourself to a homemade meal, then why not make your own healthy and delicious dip to impress your friends… and yourself? Arabs love their laban (aka...
View ArticleHere’s why #DubaiSafari should be on every person’s bucket list
When visiting the United Arab Emirates, there is one thing every person just has to try. The desert safari. Dubai is home to some of the most beautiful sand dunes and the most exciting safari tours...
View Article9 hotels you want to visit in the Middle East
Spa treatment, ongoing activities, five star service and food galore are what anyone looks for when booking a hotel. The Middle East is famous for its impeccable hospitality and great services. Be it a...
View Article7 reasons why #Rio2016 has been epic for Arabs
Arabs may not be winning gold medals at the Olympics this year, but they are winning hearts. From occupied peoples, to refugees, to women, the Arabs had a better show of the normally under-represented...
View Article6 things to get you through Dubai in August
The summer heat in Dubai is keeping you holed up indoors, basking in AC. You’re likely scrolling through your friends’ holiday photos on Instagram and you just can’t stop. It really doesn’t feel great,...
View ArticleEmirati wins first Rio Olympic medal for Arab country
The Arab World has won its first 2016 Olympic medal. Four days after the Rio 2016 Olympic Games officially kicked off, the United Arab Emirates’ Moldovan-born judo competitor Sergiu Toma registered the...
View ArticleUAE refuses entry to trans model Gigi Gorgeous
Canadian trans model Gigi Gorgeous, a close friend of Kylie Jenner, was denied entry to the United Arab Emirates. Source: Instagram/gigigorgeous According to Gorgeous, she was detained at the Dubai...
View ArticleSultan Al-Qassemi wants to show you the #ArchitectureOfSharjah
Sharjah is often overshadowed by its larger, world-famous neighbor Dubai – but art enthusiast and columnist Sultan Al-Qassemi is helping change that. I'm launching a new series (upon availability of...
View ArticleFirst Arab smart theme park opens its doors in October
Need a rush of adrenaline? The countdown to Dubai Parks and Resorts has begun. The resort is set to open its doors Oct 31. Save the date and get ready to be Amazed! The doors to #DubaiParksAndResorts...
View ArticleUAE tackles aid to Yemen in cartoon
The United Arab Emirates has released an animated video highlighting the 4.3 billion AED ($403.7 million) in foreign aid the country has contributed to war-torn Yemen between April 2015 and July 2016....
View Article12 ways to pass as a local in UAE
It is not easy to fit in as a local in a country where 180 different nationalities live together. But we are here to help! Here’s our guide to talk, eat, drive and behave like a local in UAE (and by...
View Article8 Middle Eastern bookstores for the bookworm in you
There’s nothing better than heading to a local bookshop and spending the entire day there, especially if the place is also known for having some of the most delicious snacks and meals. Luckily for all...
View ArticleImage Nation poised to jumpstart Saudi film industry
Abu Dhabi’s film and TV production company Image Nation is looking to help Saudi Arabia build its TV and film industry with officials negotiating plans to do so, in line with the kingdom’s Vision 2030....
View ArticleCrocodiles set to invade Dubai real soon
If you thought Dubai was done impressing you, you were wrong. The emirate is set to open a crocodile park towards the end of 2016! #Dubai Municipality accomplishes 75% of Dubai Crocodile Park, which is...
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