Thursday, December 31, 2020
As it happened: UAE welcomes New Year 2021 with fireworks, laser shows
It was a celebration of togetherness, community remembrance and a powerful tribute to the UAE frontliners as Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower, lit up Dubai skies with an amazing fireworks and laser show to usher in the New Year.
NY 2021 live: UAE says Happy New Year 2021 with 33 fireworks shows
The UAE ended 2020 with a bang. Literally. About 33 fireworks shows lit up the skies simultaneously as the clock struck 12 and ushered in the New Year 2021.
One of them is happening right now as we speak.
Pakistan, UAE working on new economic roadmap
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the UAE are working on a new economic roadmap to boost bilateral trade volume and establish joint ventures between the two nations’ businesses and chambers of commerce.
In new playground Dubai, Israelis find parties, Jewish rites
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — It was a scene that just a few months ago would have been unthinkable. As Emiratis in flowing white robes and headdresses looked on, the Israeli bride and groom were hoisted on the shoulders of skullcap-wearing groomsmen and carried toward the dance floor, where dozens joined the throng swaying and singing in Hebrew.
Chinese Covid vaccine now available at all UAE health centres
The Chinese Sinopharm Covid-19 vaccine is now available at all medical centres in the UAE, the country's health ministry has announced.
Those aged 18 years and older can take the jab. The vaccine is especially important
UAE launches tourist visas for Israelis
DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates launched tourist visas for Israeli citizens on Thursday, official media said, in the latest move following the normalisation of ties between the two countries.
Israelis flock to UAE in thousands
DUBAI: It was a scene that just a few months ago would have been unthinkable. As Emiratis in flowing white robes and headdresses looked on, the Israeli bride and groom were hoisted on the shoulders of skullcap-wearing groomsmen and carried toward the dance floor, where dozens joined the throng swaying and singing in Hebrew, international media reported on Thursday.
UAE: What will the weather be like on January 1, in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the other emirates?
The first day of the year 2021 is expected to have pleasant weather with partly cloudy to cloudy skies. According to a senior official from the UAE's National Center of Meteorology (NCM): "Clouds will be seen especially over Western areas, the sea and the island by noon. Light drizzle is also expected in these areas (western parts of Abu Dhabi)."
Coronavirus in UAE: How children went to school amid the pandemic
Students of Jumeira Baccalaureate School in Dubai return to class with Covid-19 protocols in place on Sunday, August 30. Photo by Neeraj Murali.
7-year-old Mysam Abdal Khaliq, student of grade 2 is helped by
UAE's home ownership should be made accessible to all
As 2020 unfolded, the world witnessed circumstances induced by the COVID-19. A global recession with a 5.2 per cent downturn hit the world. Soon, there were analyses citing 2020 as the worst meltdown since World War II.
New Year 2021 UAE: 8,500kg of fireworks lights up Ras Al Khaimah
The Ras Al Khaimah New Year’s Eve Celebrations dazzled the world with a 10-minute fireworks show that underlined the UAE’s message of hope, peace and achievements.
Lighting up the sky over the Arabian Sea, 8,500kg of fireworks
Watch: Dubai rings in 2021 with fireworks | New Year's Eve celebrations across the world
After perhaps the strangest year in our collective lives, people all across the globe are preparing to celebrate the New Year, hoping that 2021 will bring back some semblance of normality.
We'll begin with fireworks in New Zealand at 12.00 CET
NY 2021 live: UAE says Happy New Year 2021 with 33 fireworks shows
The UAE ended 2020 with a bang. Literally. About 33 fireworks shows lit up the skies simultaneously as the clock struck 12 and ushered in the New Year 2021.
One of them is happening right now as we speak. Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba is hosting a 35-minute fireworks
New Year 2021 celebrations in UAE: Watch fireworks at Dubai’s Burj Khalifa LIVE here, travel advisory inside
With only a few hours left to mark the onset of New Year 2021 celebrations, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has revised the timings of its services from December 31, 2020 till January 2, 2021. The world’s tallest
Dubai New Year's Eve: The most expensive one yet with Dh4,000 dinners and Dh5,000 tables
Dubai: New Year's Eve is the biggest night of the year and Dubai's F&B brands and event creators are hoping for more than a fresh start over the next 24 hours. They want to maximise opportunities in the final hours of this year
NY 2021 live: UAE says Happy New Year 2021 with 33 fireworks shows
The UAE ended 2020 with a bang. Literally. About 33 fireworks shows lit up the skies simultaneously as the clock struck 12 and ushered in the New Year 2021.
One of them is happening right now as we speak. Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba is hosting a 35-minute fireworks show that is set to smash two world records.
NYE in UAE: RAK Police announce closure of fireworks viewing platforms in Al Marjan
The Ras Al Khaimah Police has announced that the NYE fireworks viewing platforms on Al Marjan Island in Al Hamra have been closed for members of the public.
The police has advised members of the public not crowd areas to watch
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in Dubai to see new format under COVID-19 precautions
Dubai: For the first time, the forthcoming annual Emirates Airline Festival of Literature will have a mix of virtual and in-person sessions, fewer seats and multiple locations because of the COVID-19 pandemic, organisers said on Tuesday.
New Year celebrations: UAE urges people to adhere to protocols, warns of fines for violators
The UAE has urged people in the country to adhere to all the precautionary measures during New Year celerbations.
In a special message broadcast on Thursday, Dr. Saif Al Dhaheri, spokesperson for the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management
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