ABU DHABI, UAE - In the first seven months of the year, hotel establishments in the UAE generated revenues of US$7 billion (AED 26 billion), said Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Head of the Emirates Tourism Council. The hotels witnessed a growth of up to 24...
Saudi plane hit by gunfire in Sudan unrest, says airline
A passenger plane preparing to take off from Sudan for Saudi Arabia came under fire as deadly fighting rocked Khartoum, the kingdom's flag carrier said. The Airbus A330 bound for Saudi Arabia "was exposed to gunfire damage... with guests and crew on board" ahead of its scheduled departure to Riyadh,...
UAE to ease Covid curbs, allow bigger home gatherings
Owing to the decline in the transmission of coronavirus in the country, the United Arab Emirates has decided to relax the restrictions and permit citizens to take part in weddings and gatherings at home.
Emiratis in 18-24 age group 61 percent of Expo 2020 volunteers
The Expo Volunteers Program is an opportunity to gain lifelong skills and build connections, say Expo statement.
