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UAE: Hans Zimmer To Perform Live Concert On May 31

Multiple Academy Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer will return to Dubai for a live concert on May 31, 2024, at the Coca-Cola Arena. Zimmer’s show at the arena last year was met with overwhelming success, drawing a diverse audience to experience his unforgettable musical journey. With a remarkable legacy, including original scores for globally acclaimed films like The Lion King, Gladiator, Top Gun Maverick, and Pirates of the Caribbean, Zimmer has made cinema history with his iconic music. “I am immensely grateful for the warm embrace Dubai gave to my music during our first performance in the city,” said Zimmer. “I firmly believe that music has the power to transcend language and resonate with the deepest emotions within us. Each composition is a journey, and I am privileged to share these musical stories with audiences around the world.” The upcoming concert will showcase Zimmer and his world-class band, joined by special guests like Lisa Gerard, Lebo M, and Loire, who voiced productions in Zimmer’s scores. “Experiencing the profound impact and emotional delight brought by Hans Zimmer Live during its inaugural performance in Dubai was truly extraordinary. Naturally, we felt compelled to invite him back for an encore performance, with new enhancements […]

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Video: Dubai Issues First Licence for Construction Using 3D Printing Technology for Buildings

The Planning and Development Department – Trakhees, the regulatory body of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), announced the issuance of the first license for construction using 3D printing technology for buildings in Dubai. The license was granted to Nakheel for the Al Furjan Hills project in December 2023. The celebration marking the completion of the printing process for the initial project occurred only 20 days after the start of construction operations. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, said: “At the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation, we are committed to implementing Decree No. (24) of 2021, issued by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which regulates the use of 3D printing in the construction sector in Dubai. Driving growth “Through the implementation of this Decree, our objective is to drive economic growth, promote environmental sustainability and enhance urban development in Dubai by embracing innovative solutions. We also aim to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global centre for construction, building and urban development through our collaborations with real estate developers, such as Nakheel.” Bin Sulayem highlighted the […]

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UAE Schools to Go on Three-Week Spring Break From March 25

The three-week spring break for schools begins on March 25, according to the UAE school calendar approved for the current academic year. The break which will coincide with Ramadan and Eid Al Fitr will last till April 14. The schools will reopen on April 15. The second semester, which kicked off on January 2, lasted for 59 days. Earlier, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) had also intimated students of Dubai private schools on its webbsite that classes will resume on April 15. The regulator also said the academic year will not end before June 28. Ramadan, this year, is likely to fall on March 11 or 12, with the Eid Al Fitr holidays probably beginning on April 8 or 9. The official dates will be confirmed closer to the holidays following the sighting of the moon. KHDA will declare these dates once they are announced by the UAE authorities.

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UAE: Rare Nest of Green Turtles Spotted for First Time in Abu Dhabi

A nest of green turtles, classified as an endangered species, has been spotted for the first time in the Capital, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) announced. During its annual turtle survey and as part of the marine assessment and conservation programme, the EAD recorded the rare sighting at one of the core hawksbill turtle nesting sites in the Al Dhafra region. Although green turtles are found extensively in Abu Dhabi’s waters, nesting activity has never been reported before. Ahmed Al Hashmi, executive director of the terrestrial and marine biodiversity sector at EAD, noted the nest was found during one of the nocturnal turtle surveys. “Abu Dhabi offshore islands are known hawksbill turtle nesting sites, however, this discovery is considered an aberration and will be added to the sporadic records of green turtle nesting behaviour in the UAE and in countries along the Arabian Gulf,” Al Hashmi said. In Abu Dhabi, most hawksbill and green turtles have been spotted in the waters of the Al Dhafra region between the islands of Abu Al Abyadh and Bu Tinah, as well as in the waters bordering the islands of Al Yasat and Muhayimat. These areas offer extensive seagrass beds, marine algae, […]

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Emirates Air Hostess Tries Apple Vision Pro During Flight, Airline Reacts

The Apple Vision Pro, a virtual reality headset, hit the markets earlier this month, generating a wave of excitement among tech enthusiasts. Ever since its launch, several people have been documenting their experience of using Apple’s newest breakthrough. Recently, an Emirates air hostess was seen trying out Apple Vision Pro during a flight, and her reaction has gone viral on social media. The video was shared by Italian content creator Otto Climan. The clip starts with Mr. Climan offering the device to the air hostess for a try after she expresses her curiosity and excitement about seeing the gadget for the first time. Initially hesitant, she eventually agrees to try it. “You’re the first person I’ve seen with this,” she says and goes on to wear it, exclaiming, ”This is crazy.” She quipped that she didn’t expect it all to be so vivid and clear. After using it for a few seconds, the flight attendant handed back the device to the influencer and thanked him for the wonderful opportunity. ”Everyone loves the vision pro!” Mr Climan wrote while sharing the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Otto Climan (@otto.climan) Emirates also dropped a comment on the video and wrote, […]

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Dubai International Airport Had 86.9 Million Passengers Last Year In A Post-Pandemic Surge

The number of passengers flying through Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest for international travel, surged last year beyond its total for 2019 — just before the coronavirus pandemic grounded global aviation. While still shy of its all-time high in 2018, the figures for 2023 showed just how far the airport, known as DXB, has bounced back from the pandemic. The number of passengers passing through its cavernous, air-conditioned terminals that are home to the long-haul carrier Emirates in Dubai, has served as a barometer for the aviation industry worldwide and the wider economic health of this city-state. Overall in 2023, the airport had 86.9 million passengers. Its 2019’s annual traffic was 86.3 million passengers. The airport had 89.1 million passengers in 2018 — its busiest-ever year before the pandemic, while 66 million passengers passed through in 2022. “I think our performance post-pandemic has been quite exceptional and a tribute to the investment we’ve made in the technology to smooth things along and also, in our people who’ve performed absolutely magnificently,” Paul Griffiths, the CEO of Dubai Airports. Passenger traffic largely has been driven by the airport’s standard travel destinations — India, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom and Pakistan. Russia […]

2 years ago

UAE Postpones Implementation of Heavy Vehicle Weight and Dimension Regulations

The UAE deferred the move to regulate the weights and dimensions of heavy vehicles in the county, with the country’s cabinet deciding on Sunday to postpone the implementation of the resolution regarding it. The cabinet also directed the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure to conduct an extensive study on decision rationales. The cabinet also directed the Ministry of Economy to cooperate with all economic entities to study and execute vital measures to prevent any unjustified increase in the prices of any goods and commodities.

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Dubai Metro Blue Line to Commence This Year

The Dubai Metro Blue Line project will commence this year and will encompass 14 stations, including three interchange stations, connecting key areas of Dubai, the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said on Sunday. “The year 2024 is set to mark the commencement of the Dubai Metro Blue Line project, which will stretch over a total of 30 km, with 15.5 km running underground and 14.5 km above ground,” Mattar Al Tayer, Director General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, RTA, said. He made this statement while revealing the 2023 figures of public transport and shared mobility and taxi ridership at 702 million riders, 62 per cent of whom were Dubai Metro and public bus commuters. Al Tayer said the Dubai Metro Blue Line project has been planned to cope with the projected demographic growth of surrounding areas to one million people as per the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040. “It also integrates with the Red and Green lines of the Metro, offering a direct link between Dubai International Airport and nine principal areas situated along its route. The journey time between these destinations is expected to vary from 10 to 25 minutes,” he added. 13 per cent increase in […]

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Dubai’s Double-skyscraper Set To Be The Longest Cantilevered Building On Earth

One Za’abeel, a double-skyscraper that adorns Dubai’s busy skyline, is set to take the title of the world’s longest cantilever building. In layman’s terms, a cantilever is a structure that sticks out horizontally beyond its vertical support, creating an overhanging section without the need for columns or supports, appearing as if it’s defying gravity. One Za’abeel consists of two towers: a commercial tower measuring 300 meters (984 feet) tall with 68 stories and an adjacent residential tower measuring 235 meters (770 feet) tall with 59 stories. Its defining feature is a 230-meter (754-foot) long structure linking the two towers, suspended horizontally at 100 meters (328 feet) above ground level. According to the building’s website, the structure is “currently attempting to break the record for the Guinness World Records title for ‘Longest Cantilevered Building’ in the world.” As per Guinness World Records, the tallest cantilevered building is New York’s Central Park Tower, a 472-meter (1,550-foot) residential skyscraper with a cantilevered section that extends 8.5 meters (228 feet). While the total height of One Za’abeel is shorter, its cantilevered section is significantly longer, sticking out for a whopping 66 meters (216 feet). Altogether, One Za’abeel contains 26,000 square meters (279,861 square feet) […]

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