Author: Trainee Reporter

Dubai: Emirati sailor Mr. Issa Muhammad Al Falasi, 63, has received honors from Dubai Police for his heroic rescue of eight fishermen and the recovery of two bodies following a boat capsizing during a fishing trip. Major General Ahmed Mohammed Rafie, Assistant Commander-in-Chief for Community Happiness and Logistics Affairs, presented the recognition upon the directives from Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, the Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police. During a fishing trip, Mr. Al Falasi observed a person battling against the waves. Immediately springing into action, he provided initial medical aid after rescuing the individual. It was only then he discovered…

Abu Dhabi: The 13th edition of the Ataya Charity Exhibition was launched to support the ‘Tarahum – for Gaza’ campaign. The exhibition was organized by Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) at the Marina Hall at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). The six-day event is arranged in partnership with the Presidential Court and the Ruler’s Representative Court – Al Dhafrah Region. The event is sponsored by Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB). The annual exhibition showcases various aspects of humanity as it travels to different places. The latest edition will feature over 140 exhibitors from various nations, including a notable number…

Dubai: UAE has ensured its participation in the 4th Winter Youth Olympic Games. The event will be held in South Korea between 19 January 2024 to 01 February 2024. The fourth edition of the event will witness the participation of 1,900 athletes in the age group 15-18 from 80 National Olympic Committees representing different nations around the world. The competitions will be held in facilities across four different cities of the host province, Gangwon in South Korea. The UAE team for the event comprises of Snowboarder, Amina AlMehairi, in the snowboard slopestyle Alpine skier, Alex Stringer, in alpine skiing. The…

Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) has obtained three ISO certificates. The certification is awarded for its dedication to upholding the highest international standards and optimal global management practices in quality, environmental sustainability, and occupational health. The certifications include; ISO certificate for quality management systems (ISO 9001:2015), ISO certificate for environmental management systems (ISO 14001:2015), and ISO certificate for occupational health management systems (ISO 45001:2018) The recognition is only given after successfully passing all requirements and conditions for external auditing. Mr. Ahmed Khalifa Al Qubaisi, Chief Executive Officer of the Abu Dhabi Chamber, said that,…

Dubai: ‘Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert’ festival has been in the spotlight with the visit of Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of the Dubai Council. Dubai Culture organizes the event at Al Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve. The festival is a key highlight of the Dubai Destinations winter campaign. It seeks to empower the local cinema industry and encourage creative talents by supporting filmmakers, enabling them to showcase their works and share their visions, experiences, and knowledge with audiences.  The third edition of the festival will…

Doha: India has started the AFC Asian Cup with a 2-0 defeat to Australia.  Currently placed 102nd in the FIFA rankings and not even among the top 10 sides in Asia, the country faces a challenging road to success in the tournament.  Australia defeated rank outsiders India in the second match of the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 at the Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium. The first half witnessed all-out play from the members of Team Australia. They had been trying their best to hit a goal.   Beginning from the kick-off, it was evident that the Australians would be dominant as the…

Abu Dhabi: Al Ain Zoo has celebrated welcoming 10 million visitors. The milestone was celebrated with a welcome from Ms. Noura Abdul Razzaq AlKhemeiri, Unit Head, VIP Services. The welcome includes a gift package with a complimentary annual membership for the visitor and her family. The gift package also gave the opportunity for a tour around the premises through Al Maha Royal Service, Al Ain Safari, and the Sheikh Zayed Desert Learning Centre. Mr. Ghanim Mubarak Al Hajeri, Director General of Al Ain Zoo, thanked the visitor, whose presence represented the culmination of the zoo’s achievements and efforts in nature…

Abu Dhabi: “Rising Star Arabia: The Revolution,” the second edition of the RSA series has started with international boxing action at Yas Links Golf Course in Abu Dhabi. The organisation AAM Seddiqi Sports promotes the series. The Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) will sponsor the event. The latest edition will feature a constellation of the best Arab and global boxers. Mr. Moussa Gholam (20-1, 12 KOs) from Morroco  will take on Mr. Lunga Sitemela (15-1, 9 KOs) South Africa in the first match of the event.  The 28-year-old Mr. Gholam is a former World Boxing…

Sharjah: Al Qasimia University’s (also called as AQU) Sharjah Centre for Islamic Economics (SCIE), under the patronage of Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, had organized a ceremony to honor the winners of the Al Qasimia University Award for Islamic Economics Research. The ceremony happened at the University Theatre.  President of the University, members of the Board of Trustees, the University Rector, deans of colleges, and members of the Academic and administrative bodies and students were present at the event.   Prof. Jamal Salem Al Tarifi, President of Al Qasimia University, honored the…

Dubai: The Dubai Sports Council has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Gov Games. Both will work in partnership for the fifth edition of the games. It marks an extension of continuous association over the years.   Gov Games will take place from 29 February 2024 to 03 March 2024. The latest edition of the games will happen under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai.  However, the initiative has become one of the major team sports events in Dubai. The first…