Sports | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:07 am

Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing to face challenging conditions early on Leg 7

Strong winds in the Gulf Stream could mean a pounding for Azzam True Blood heartthrob Ryan Kwanten to jump from Azzam at start Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing (ADOR), the emirate’s crew contesting the Volvo Ocean Race (VOR), could have to deal with boat-breaking conditions during the opening 48 hours of...

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Government | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

Social Support Centers Department Reinforces Efforts to Protect Children against Dangers of Family Disputes

Enabling Custodians to See their Children in a Proper EnvironmentThe Social Support Centers Department at Abu Dhabi Police exerted additional efforts aimed at adopting necessary preventive and remediation actions to protect children against the different types of problems, and providing them with...

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Government | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

Abu Dhabi Police Urge Drivers to Reduce Speed and Give Priority to Pedestrians

Run-over Accidents Account for 18% of Total Accidents in 2014According to statistics announced by the Traffic and Patrols Directorate at the Directorate General of Central Operations of the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, the number of run-over accidents during 2014 accounted for 18% of the total number of...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

Successful Dubai Week in China embraced by Beijing

Many of the 15,000 visitors were excited to discover the potential that exists in Dubai across business, tourism, culture and lifestyle, as well as learn about the city’s culture and Bedouin heritage Beijing, China – 16 May 2015: Dubai Week in China has been hailed a resounding success as the...

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Government | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation discusses future of innovation in health sector

As part of ‘UAE Innovation Dialogue’ sessions Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation (MBRCGI) has drawn attention to the importance of developing medical practices through innovation based on the latest medical technology and global best practices in the health sector, one of the ...

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Culture & Education | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center becomes Member of the GCC General Secretariat of the Documentation and Studies Centers

The GCC General Secretariat of the Documentation and Studies Centers, during its 29th meeting held today at the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre of Gulf Studies, welcomed the admission of Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center as a new member of the Secretariat.The move underscores the importance of the...

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Sports | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

N+TC TOUR DUBAI EMPOWERS 1,000 WOMEN THROUGH SPORTS AND MOVEMENT IN AN EPIC TRAINING EXPERIENCE

NIKE’S #BETTERFORIT INITIATIVE SERVES AS A CATALYST FOR WOMEN TO MOTIVATE EACH OTHER AND PUSH IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL On Friday, Nike+ Training Club (N+TC) Tour Dubai brought together 1,000 women in an epic evening full of training, inspiration, and unforgettable moments. With the spectacular Burj...

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Business & Money | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

DIFC welcomes Kazakhstan's Prime Minister

Dubai International Financial Centre welcomes Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister, seeks to boost bilateral synergies between the UAE and Republic of Kazakhstan across key sectors His Excellency Essa Kazim, Governor of Dubai International Financial Centre, welcomed Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Karim...

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Environment & Energy | Sunday 17 May, 2015 12:00 am

International Renewable Energy Agency HQ in Masdar City Named Green Commercial Building of the Year

Emirates Green Building Council Honours IRENA Building Architect and Lead Consultant Woods Bagot, Design and Build Contractor Brookfield MultiplexThe recently completed International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) headquarters, located in Masdar City, where Masdar is building the world’s most...

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Business & Money | Saturday 16 May, 2015 11:59 pm

Emirates International Property Services Awarded ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 Certifications

Emirates International Property Services (EIPS), a subsidiary of leading Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer Bloom Holding, has achieved ISO 14001:2004 and OHSAS 18001:2007 certifications in the management and leasing of real estate and the general maintenance of buildings. ISO 14001:2004 is an...

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