Provides the latest RSS feeds for UAE News. For more headlines on Breaking, National, Business, Finance, Sports and World News, visit our home page Arab Herald.com http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/cat/e3942fd745a4fbc9/ en-us Mon, 20 May 2013 02:58:17 -0400 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:58:17 -0400 30 Yemeni President Abd Rabbuh Mansur Hadi has praised his country's relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The president said it in a statement on the occasion of the swearing-in of Ahmed Ali Abdullah Saleh as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Yemen to the UAE. He said that the position holds particular importance due to the unique and important relationship between his ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623254/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:20:01 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623254/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Algeria have held talks to explore new ways of enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas like industry, investment and small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The discussions were held Sunday between UAE's economy minister Sultan bin Saeed Al Mansouri and the visiting Algerian Minister for Industry, SMEs and Investment Promotion, Cherif Rahmani. Both sides also ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622711/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 23:30:01 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622711/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // The former Nakheel employee, Marcus Lee, was acquitted of all charges in a Dubai court today. Two other men, Matthew Joyce and Angus Reed, were sentenced to 10 years in jail and jointly fined Dh44 million and ordered to repay the same amount. Both will be deported after their jail terms. Mr Lee is one of two ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624804/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:15:43 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624804/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A man in California prepares to clear out his mother's home of belongings after her death. She was a compulsive hoarder - such a person may be mentally ill or just eccentric. Sandy Huffaker / ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625000/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:15:39 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625000/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The airline said in a statement that deal will "accelerate and consolidate the development of in-flight catering services, ground handling and cargo operations at Abu Dhabi International ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625001/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:04:01 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625001/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Work on wing modifications to Emirate Airlines' fleet of Airbus A380s is two months behind schedule due to the delay in the delivery of new replacement ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624626/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:04:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624626/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange Dubai's benchmark stock index rose to its highest closing level in almost four years while the Abu Dhabi market general index surged to its highest level since October 2008 on Sunday on the back of a rally in real estate and banking shares.Upbeat investors lapped up attractively valued stocks on the two bourses as downside risks abated on improved global risk ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624809/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:03:50 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624809/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, CEO of Masdar, Abu Dhabi's renewable energy company, yesterday addressed the Brookings Institution, the Washington, D.C.-based non-profit organisation, which is considered one of the world's leading think ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625016/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:03:47 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625016/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Innovators from the world of sound and light will be looking to make the most of the resurgent hotel and leisure industry across the Gulf when they head to Dubai at the end of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625015/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 02:03:47 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214625015/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Egyptian Ambassador to the UAE, Tamer Mansour, met with a group of Egyptian detainees for the second time this year, reported the state news agency Wam. The ambassador first met the group, who are involved in a security case, in March. Mr Mansour used the meeting to ensure the group had adequate accommodation and health care. The ambassador also met with UAE officials from the office of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624436/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 01:23:36 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624436/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A car is reportedly ablaze on Sharjah Ring Road this [Monday] morning, with traffic coming to a complete standstill as civil defence is working to put out the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624443/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 01:14:25 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624443/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Selena Gomez speaks on stage at the Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (AP) Selena Gomez arrives at the Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (AP) Madonna poses in the press room with the Top Touring Artist Award during the 2013 Billboard Music Awards at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. (AFP) Casper Smart, left, and Jennifer Lopez arrive at the Billboard ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624442/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 01:14:25 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624442/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A fire that broke out in a residential building near Jamal Abdul Naser Street in Sharjah in the early hours of Sunday has also damaged three cars. According to eye-witness accounts, the blaze that erupted on the seventh floor of the building, which was occupied by an Asian and two African women, was douzed before it proved fatal. However, three cars were severely damaged as burnt debrsi fell ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624193/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 01:13:04 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214624193/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Emirates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, one of the fastest growing international airlines, has cemented its position as a leading global player in air cargo industry by winning the 'Best Air Cargo Carrier Middle East' award for the 18th consecutive year at the annual Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623899/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:58:49 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623899/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 ABU DHABI // Emiratis should not be forced to pay minimum wages set by maids' home countries, an FNC member will argue this week. The UAE sets no minimum wage for maids but many countries do, and refuse to allow their citizens to be hired for less. More than 100 UAE recruitment agencies signed an agreement with the Philippine Association of Manpower Agencies in November, agreeing to a ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623772/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:31:59 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623772/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon May 20, 2013 12:24am EDT (Repeats story originally issued on Sunday with no changes to text) * Arabtec is UAE's largest publicly listed building firm * Labour strikes rare in Gulf, especially among migrant contractors * Strike began on Saturday, spread on Sunday By Praveen Menon DUBAI, May 19 (Reuters) - Thousands of workers employed by Dubai's largest construction firm, Arabtec, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623916/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:24:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623916/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The 2013 Chinese World Drift Series (WDS) Round One is opening at the Olympic Stadium in Tianjin on Sunday. Many teams and drifters have arrived and are busily practicing for the competition. More than 70 drifters from 13 teams from home and abroad have confirmed their participation at this year's event, according to the organizers. The competition has attracted many world-known ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623787/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:22:37 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623787/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, with Amir Muhammad Al Falahi, who suffers from Thalassemia. Amir wanted to become a Captain in the police force and perform the work and duties of an officer. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623788/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:21:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623788/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The UAE economy ministry has said several 2013 models of Nissan's Pathfinder and Infinity's JX are to be recalled due to a faulty brake torque member, Emirates 24-7 has reported. The decision was taken jointly by Nissan Middle East FZE and the Consumer Protection Department, although authorised distributors in Dubai said they were not aware of any such recall, the report said. "A ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623789/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:20:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623789/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 According to figures by the Abu Dhabi Statistics Centre (Scad), the population of Abu Dhabi city is increasing by one person every two minutes and 48 seconds, Gulf News has reported. The total population of the capital has reached around 2.5 million people, said the Scad. "Three initiatives have been launched to show an estimate of the capital's current population, such as the Abu Dhabi ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623773/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:20:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623773/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The American University in Dubai (AUD) has approved Dhs30m ($8.16m) in scholarships in its 2013-2014 annual budget, Gulf News has reported. The grants will be provided to outstanding students and those with financial difficulties. Priority will be given to those who apply before the deadline of June ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623790/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:19:59 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623790/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai: - Dubai students did better than their Indian counterparts in both Class 10 and Class 12 exams of the Council of Indian Certificate for Secondary Education ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623532/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Mon, 20 May 2013 00:12:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623532/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Eviction notices have been served on properties in breach of an occupancy law implemented last year. Owners and tenants also face fines of up to Dh100,000. Silvia Razgova / The ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623189/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 23:40:25 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214623189/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 In its latest campaign, the Sharjah Interior Ministry has nabbed 170 people for violating residency law. They included 100 illegal street vendors; 53 people who violated the law of entry and residence of foreigners and 17 others charged with being employed illegally. The ministry campaign was conducted in cooperation with Sharjah Police, the Municipality and the Bureau of Labour and Eonomic ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622995/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 23:28:45 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622995/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The companies, which handle in-flight catering services, ground handling and cargo operations, are being incorporated, subject to regulatory approvals, into Etihad Airport Services, a unit of Etihad Airways. It comes as Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac) is predicting a 15 per cent increase in the number of flights over the peak summer period, between May to August, compared with last ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622300/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 22:48:03 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622300/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Get set for the drift as hot-rod cars will burn up the track at Meydan on May 24 to coincide with the release of one of the biggest Hollywood film franchises; the next installment set for a Mideast ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622490/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 22:34:44 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622490/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 In the first of its meeting in years, the Dubai Land Department (DLD) answered queries of developers to even assuring them that "escrow accounts cannot be attached by any ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622491/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 22:34:43 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622491/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 New York: The board of Yahoo! has agreed to a deal to purchase the popular blogging platform Tumblr for $1.1 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported Sunday.Yahoo! did not immediately return AFP's calls for confirmation, but CEO Marissa Mayer has scheduled a news conference in New York Monday at which the company said it will unveil "something special."Reports last week said ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622608/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 22:26:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622608/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) DUBAI - Three months should barely make up for 38 years, but for Mohammed Omar Disombo, who has been searching for his family for nearly four decades, it is as though no time has passed at all."I found them and went there and got my family, my final journey, I got my family in my hands," he said.The 64-year-old Tanzanian national, who has spent almost 40 years ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622217/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 21:48:20 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214622217/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN) Dubai Aviation City Corporation's COO, Rashed Bu Qara'a, stated that once opened for passenger services, Al Maktoum International Airport would increase private business jet traffic in Dubai to nearly 20,000 annual movements by the end of the decade, from the current 10,000, reported Arabian Business.Qara'a added that by the first quarter of 2015, the facility would ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621694/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:08 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621694/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) A gang of thieves has stolen more than 600 metres of power cables, said Western Region Police.Two Asian men have been arrested while the police are still looking for other suspects, after two separate incidents in Liwa during which low and high voltage electric cables were stolen.Western Region Police Directorate Director Colonel Ojeil Al Junaibi said the gang members ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621696/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621696/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) The RAK Criminal Court, presided over by Judge Yusuf Rajab, has ordered a young Emirati man, identified as B.N., to serve four years in jail over charges of consuming and possessing narcotics.As per the court records, not only traces of hashish were found in the druggie's urine, but tramadol pills were extracted from his pockets as well. Earlier, the mother of the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621695/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621695/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) A jobless man, who had a driving licence issued to him in his brother's name using the latter's passport, has been charged with forgery and the use of forged documents in the Court of First Instance.According to prosecution records, the 31-year-old Yemeni defendant produced the fake licence when he was stopped by police officers. It turned out that he had ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621697/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:05 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621697/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN) Deloitte stated that the UAE topped the GCC construction market last year, reported Arabian Business.The value of construction contracts awarded in the country stood at USD16.2 billion, which is 4 percent higher than Saudi Arabia.For the first time since 2008, Saudi Arabia came second on the list.It's worth mentioning that Qatar was number three on the list with USD10.4 billion, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621699/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:04 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621699/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Arab Times) 4 million students enrol every year in basic education in region. A report issued by KFH-Research noted that the volume of education market in the GCC is 45 billion of total volume of the MENA region that is 75 billion. It added that the region spends 3.8 percent of total GDP on education. In addition, the report mentioned that there are five main factors that affect demand ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621698/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:57:04 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621698/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) The Emirates Foundation for Youth Development, on Saturday, announced that 15 exceptional students from Zayed University have been selected as winners of the fourth round of the Shaikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan Higher Education Grant.Launched in May 2011, the grant programme aims to further enhance the Abu Dhabi Government's efforts to build a knowledge-based ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621700/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:45:41 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621700/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 (MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Supply Chain and Logistics Group, or SCLG, plans to strengthen its position in supply chain and logistics industry and aims to target over 100 countries by year 2020, its top official said.SCLG, a non-profit business group working under the patronage of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, is confident about the growth in the sector and vows to play a significant ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621701/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:45:37 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621701/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Al Ain: General Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, yesterday attended a lunch banquet hosted in his honour by Mudafar Mohammad Khmousha Al Amiri at his residence in Al ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621472/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 20:44:02 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214621472/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai's largest construction firm, Arabtec has confirmed thousands of its workers have stayed away from work on Sunday demanding better wages, Reuters has reported. Two Arabtec employees who asked not to be identified told the news service several thousand workers engaged on various projects did not report for duty on Sunday and stayed in their accommodation. "We are working to resolve ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214619046/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 17:31:44 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214619046/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 During a visit to the DHA headquarters, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was briefed on the Authority’s expansion projects, WAM reported yesterday.Shaikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Shaikh Maktoum Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, were ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618561/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 16:35:20 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618561/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM SHARJAH, May 19th, 2013 (WAM) -- H. H. Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah has issued an administrative decision No. 5 of 2013 pertaining to the restructuring the Board of Directors of the Sharjah Charity Association. In accordance with the decision, the Board will be restructured under the chairmanship of Esam bin Saqr Al Qasimi and other ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618796/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 16:21:05 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618796/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 ABU DHABI // Ten categories have been added to the third Abu Dhabi Awards for Excellence in Government Performance, which will bestow 24 titles, from best customer service to best new employee. New categories for departments include Emiratisation, sustainability, strategic transformation, administration, two covering customer service, cross entities, most dedicated long-term employee, best new ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618476/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 16:04:24 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618476/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The visa deal was announced after a meeting yesterday between Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, the Foreign Minister, and the Australian foreign minister Bob Carr. Delores Johnson/ The ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618477/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 16:04:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618477/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 England cricketer Adam Hollioake, shown here lifting weights in 2003, will make his return to the UAE this weekend for a good cause. Matt Dunham / ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617818/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617818/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // Four Sri Lankan refugees sheltered in the UAE for seven months have been granted asylum in the United States, Sweden and Finland. They were among 45 Tamils who fled their home last October to seek asylum in Australia. But when their boat ran into trouble they had to be rescued by the Singaporean ship Pinnacle Bliss, which was on its way to Dubai. "We received new updates of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618055/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:17 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618055/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // The next children's cartoon blockbuster could be created in the UAE, if an ambitious team of animators has its way. Blink Studios see no reason why the next SpongeBob SquarePants or Ben 10 cannot come from the Middle East. The team has created, written and produced animated cartoons since being launched in 2005. They hope to appeal to young audiences not only in the UAE, but ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618054/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:16 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618054/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 This is the first President's Cup final that a club has bought all the seats, and free transport will be provided for Al Ahli fans. Lee Hoagland / The ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618056/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:12 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618056/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // A doctor was defamed by two colleagues who emailed 3,000 patients and claimed she caused a baby's death, a court was told yesterday. JK, 67, from Sweden, learnt from a patient that staff at her former workplace, a medical centre in Jumeirah, contacted people and blamed her for the death. It was claimed she caused the death by failing to prescribe a vital antibiotic to a pregnant ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617819/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:07 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617819/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // Stories about abandoned dogs are all too common in the UAE, but the latest pets to be dumped on Sheikh Zayed Road were quite unusual. Four terrapins were left outside Dubai Garden Centre and made their way into an extension containing plants, where staff found them. "Sometimes people buy them when they're babies thinking they're going to be cute," said Bodhi ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617820/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617820/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 International trade in three shark species will be restricted following the adoption of new global rules. The sale of smooth, great or scalloped hammerhead sharks will require government-issued permits under restrictions by the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species (Cites). The UAE in March became one of 178 signatories to sign up to the rules, which also govern oceanic ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618057/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 15:12:02 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618057/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 It is the Turkish leading hospitality operator’s first property, located in one ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618065/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:58:35 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618065/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai , UAE – May 19, 2013: Key industry professionals, government officials and academics will gather this week to discuss the existing and emerging skills gaps within the UAE's tourism and hospitality industry. The discussion, facilitated by Dubai International Academic City (DIAC), will see participants debate the findings of a Workforce Planning Study that ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618066/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:58:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214618066/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI// The UAE needs to develop new and more integrated laws to deter potential cybercriminals, a leading expert has warned. The rapid growth of computer technology used by individuals, businesses and the Government that is helping to power the economy is also attracting opportunistic criminals. "Cybercriminals look for weak points in countries that perhaps don't have the regulations ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617308/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:19:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617308/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // The employer of a fitness trainer who died after falling from a balcony has offered to pay to repatriate his body to Britain. Elwood McIlwraith, 29, from Hull, fell from a building at Jumeirah Lakes Towers on May 4. His family had set up a Facebook page to help raise money to bring him home, until his employer stepped in. Alison Ramsay, a manager at Smart Fitness, said the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617309/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:19:18 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617309/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 ABU DHABI // The UAE today condemned Iranian threats to Bahrain as unIslamic and urged Tehran to reconsider its approach to Arabian Gulf countries. The Foreign Minister, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, criticised comments by the Iranian deputy foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian. The Iranian had warned the Bahraini leadership "not to pass the red line of the Muslim community". ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617500/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:19:12 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617500/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai: A group of 100 municipality workers on Sunday left for the holy city of Makkah to perform Umrah, under the patronage of Shaikha Hind Bint Maktoum Bin Juma Al Maktoum, wife of His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister and Ruler of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617311/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 14:00:03 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214617311/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The United Arab Emirates on Sunday called for political action to stop what it called "the repressive machine" in Damascus, ahead of an international conference aimed at resolving the Syrian conflict. "We call on all concerned parties to take decisive political action to stop the repressive machine in Damascus," UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahayan said ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616964/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 13:10:58 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616964/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Police said the lecturer, who taught here and who finished his term at a private university in Academic City in Dubai a year ago, has his contract terminated without reason. Dubai courts acted in his favour and he received his end-of-service- ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616769/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 13:09:16 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616769/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 during the coming summer months. A week later, the grim reality proves us wrong. Rents in Downtown Dubai are falling faster than expected due to freshly released tremendous supply of new spacious units in tall and well equipped centrally located ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616770/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 13:04:52 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616770/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM Abu Dhabi, 19th May 2013 (WAM) -- The UAE Foreign Minister, H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, today strongly criticised a statement issued yesterday by Iran's foreign ministry on sisterly Bahrain. ''Our Iranian neighbours have a real problem in understanding and identifying the way in which they deal with their neighbours,'' Sheikh Abdullah told a press ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616594/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:55:01 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616594/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM Abu Dhabi, 19th May 2013 (WAM) -- Foreign Minister H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan received today the visiting UN Under-Secretary-General for Political Affairs, Jeffrey Feltman. Sheikh Abdullah and the UN representative discussed a variety of issues of mutual interest, including the latest security and political situation in the Middle East. Latest developments in Syria also ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616948/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:55:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616948/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 ABU DHABI // Emiratis should not be forced to pay minimum wages set by maids' home countries, an FNC member will argue this week. The UAE sets no minimum wage for maids but many countries do, and refuse to allow their citizens to be hired for less. More than 100 UAE recruitment agencies signed an agreement with the Philippine Association of Manpower Agencies in November, agreeing to a ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616424/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:37:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616424/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dhawan and Patel come out to the middle as Sunrisers chase target of 131 to qualify for the play-offs. A belligerent unbeaten 49 from Yusuf Pathan helped Kolkata Knight Riders reach 130-7 after opting to bat first. Kolkata struggled against some disciplined bowling from Hyderabad. Gambhir was run out after a mix-up with Kallis laboured to 24 off 29 balls before falling to Steyn. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616440/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:28:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616440/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac) today announced that airlines from around the globe will be increasing their weekly number of flight departures and arrivals at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the coming months. This summer, Abu Dhabi International Airport expects to receive 1,065 flights a week, a 15 per cent increase compared to the 956 weekly flights during the summer months of 2012. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616238/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:27:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616238/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Visitors to Mamzar Beach in Sharjah are urging the municipality not to fine them for barbecuing in prohibited areas of the beach without prior warning, according the ‘Al Ittihad’ newspaper. Sharjah Municipality recently launched a campaign against barbecuing in prohibited areas by fining violators Dh500 which beachgoers say is high. However, some residents of the area urged the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616245/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:27:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616245/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 * Oil sector, Dubai revival help lift growth in 2012 * Growth in real estate doubles * Capital formation quickest since 2008 * GDP growth seen slowing in 2013 (Adds details, analysts comments, background) By Martin Dokoupil DUBAI, May 19 (Reuters) - Economic growth in the United Arab Emirates accelerated to 4.4 percent in inflation-adjusted terms in 2012, the fastest clip since ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616441/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:20:46 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616441/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM DUBAI, 18th May, 2013 (WAM) -- The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry's "ENGAGE Dubai" initiative, managed by its Centre for Responsible Business, spearheaded the Give '&' Gain Day Dubai on May 16th. The largest and most prestigious employee volunteering programme in Dubai joined thousands of global employees to lend a helping hand in promoting youth, which ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616246/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:04:28 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616246/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM ABU DHABI, 19th May 2013 (WAM) -- Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) today announced that airlines from around the globe will be increasing their weekly number of flight departures and arrivals at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the coming months. This summer, Abu Dhabi International Airport expects to receive 1,065 flights a week, a 15% increase compared to the 956 weekly flights ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616426/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:04:28 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616426/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM AJMAN, 19th May, 2013 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council member and Ruler of Ajman, has offered a bonus of AED 3 million to Ajman Culture and Sports Club for winning the Etisalat Emirates Cup 2012 - 2013. Sheikh Humaid today welcomed the Chairman and members of the club's board, its technical and administrative bodies and the first team to congratulate ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616247/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 12:04:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214616247/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Rising Dubai land values helped the Kuwaiti resort developer IFA Hotels & Resorts almost double the value of its investment portfolio during the first quarter of the year. The company, which owns the recently opened Fairmont on the trunk of the Palm and the under- construction Kingdom of Sheba hotel on the crescent, said the value of the resorts it owns increased from 30.5 million Kuwaiti ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615477/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:47:08 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615477/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // Emirates Road was partially closed today after a six-wheel lorry caught fire. Dubai Police said that the road, previously known as the Dubai-bypass road, towards Abu Dhabi, was closed at around 1pm, shortly after the lorry caught fire near to Al Qudra interchange. A police spokesman said the fire was due to an "electrical failure" in the vehicle, but would not elaborate ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615708/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:46:58 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615708/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // American University in Dubai will be dolling out scholarships to the tune of Dh30 million this year, its governing board has announced. At the bi-annual meeting to discuss future plans and expansions of the university, the board said it was their aim to reward excellence by enrolling top high school students from around the world. Students have been invited to apply for the Sheikh ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615709/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:46:57 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615709/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Las Vegas and Dubai. From the Bellagio fountain, bright lights and top-notch hotels, Vegas is a top destination for not only pleasure, but business as well, playing host to some of the biggest conferences and conventions in the world. As well as having thematic parallels, the cities overlap economically. The Nevada city's economy was hit hard by the recession and it lost out to cheaper ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615515/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:46:57 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615515/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 ABU DHABI // The UAE today condemned Iranian threats to Bahrain, calling them unIslamic and urging Iran to reconsider its approach to the Arabian Gulf region. Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, said that the comments made by the Iranian deputy foreign minister, Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, on Saturday warning the Bahraini leadership "not to pass the redline of the Muslim ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615857/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:46:56 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615857/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Etihad Airways has acquired the three main ground handling companies of Abu Dhabi International Airport. The companies, which handle in-flight catering services, ground handling and cargo operations, are being incorporated, subject to regulatory approvals, into Etihad Airport Services, a unit of Etihad Airways. It comes as Abu Dhabi Airports Company ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615381/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:46:56 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615381/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), one of the leading banks in the UAE, has become the first bank in the Middle East and North Africa region to implement Misys’ trade finance system on Software as a Service (SaaS) model. Notably, CBD’s initiative will be the first deployment of a trade finance solution on the SaaS model for a major bank in the region. CBD plans to extend its leadership ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615711/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:35:44 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615711/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 I took a Top Loan from HSBC in January of 2007, which gave me 72 months to repay it. The last payment date should have been January 1, 2013, but I took a three-month loan suppression, which is why my tenure was extended for an additional three months. My last payment was made on March 9, but the bank has taken more than my monthly payment of Dh2,746. Instead they took Dh7,150.88. I had visited ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615717/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 11:27:44 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615717/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 UAE markets continued their strong performance in April with Abu Dhabi 8 per cent higher and Dubai up 17 per cent. According to World Equity Index Rankings by Bloomberg, as of the end of last month, Dubai - 32 per cent higher - is ranked second and Abu Dhabi - 24 per cent higher - is ranked fifth among primary world indexes by United States dollar adjusted year-to-date performance. Average value ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614939/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:56:30 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614939/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Why would the world's third- largest port operator set up a seed accelerator programme to encourage entrepreneurship around the world? Because last month, Dubai's DP World did just that. There are two reasons for the creation of the Turn8 programme, according to Yousif Al Mutawa, DP World's chief information officer. First, while the ports business hasn't really evolved much ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615171/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:56:29 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615171/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 During the first quarter of 2013, Dubai Metro achieved a significant increase in the number of commuters carried compared to the same period last year, as the use of both Red and Green lines has increased with over 33 million passengers from January to March 2013. Adnan Al Hammadi, Chief Executive Officer of the Rail Agency, Road and Transport Authority, stated that this year has seen growth ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615172/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:45:48 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615172/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The UAE Interior Ministry has arrested 170 people in Sharjah for violating the country’s residency rules. 100 people were held for hawking on the street, 53 for entering the country illegally and 17 for working for employers other than their sponsors. Brigadier Dr Abdullah Ali bin Sahoo, Director of Residency and Foreigners Affairs in Sharjah, said the arrests were made during a ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615173/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:45:47 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615173/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 For all of these businesses and homes there is an open area at the rear of the centre for parking. However, the daily chaos in the area makes it extremely difficult to drive here and thus accidents are very common. I also work in this building and experience a great deal of frustration when trying to park, as no traffic rules are followed; only the ‘might is right’ rule seems to ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615176/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:37:40 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615176/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 During the first quarter of 2013, Dubai Metro managed to achieve a significant increase in the number of commuters carried compared to the same period last year, as the use of both Red and Green lines has increased with over 33 million passengers from January to March ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615177/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:33:24 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615177/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM ABU DHABI, 19th May, 2013 (WAM) -- His Highness General Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, in his capacity as Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has issued a resolution assigning Saif Badr Al Qubaisi to take on the responsibilities of the Director of the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615313/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:22:24 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214615313/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM DUBAI, 19th May 2013 (WAM) -- Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today received insight into the four-pronged strategy of the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), which builds on Sheikh Mohammed's long-term sustainable development vision for promoting Dubai as a favourite destination for health tourism in the Gulf, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614979/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 10:22:22 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614979/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sharjah: An Asian man has reportedly committed suicide at his accommodation in Sharjah, an official at the Sharjah Police told Gulf News ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614879/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:47:42 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614879/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Commenting on the new scholarship budget, Dr Stephen Franklin, chairman of the AUD Governing Board, stated: "As for providing Dh30 million in scholarships for this academic year, it is yet another testimony to AUD's commitment to cultivate and reward excellence by enrolling top high school students from around the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614878/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:47:41 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614878/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries of Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, registered an average growth of 5.8% in 2012. Growth is projected to moderate to 3.8% in 2013, due to flattening crude oil production. Growth of nonhydrocarbon sector, more representative of economic activity, is forecast to stay robust at around 5% this year, said the Institute of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614500/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:03:14 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614500/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 MAF Dalkia, a regional specialist in providing multi-technical and energy management services, has been selected by Tourism Development Investment Company (TDIC) to support Abu Dhabi's exclusive mixed-use development - the prestigious Eastern ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614502/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:03:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614502/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Video: The importance of inbound investment from the UAE into the Seychelles is significant with both Emirates Airline and JA Resorts opening hotels on the islands. Phil Blizzard spoke to Alain St.Ange, Minister of Tourism & Culture, Republic of Seychelles about their development strategy as well as some of their key tourist attractions and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614503/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:03:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614503/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Dubai Government Workshop has selected Arabian Automobiles to service their fleet of approximately 3500 Nissan vehicles at the Arabian Automobiles exclusive 24/7 fleet service center in Al Aweer. The ‘Business and Technical Cooperation Agreement’ was signed between Workshop Executive Manager, Humaid Sultan Al Mutaiwei, and Arabian Automobiles CEO, Michel Ayat at a ceremony held ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614504/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:36 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614504/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Hotels in Ajman, Fujairah and the delayed resort in Abu Dhabi will open alongside new projects in Riyadh and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614505/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:35 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614505/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A view from Dubai Creek. Dubai Economic Department's latest business confidence survey reveals that UAE businesses are confident of achieving continued 2013 growth as they head into the second quarter. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614506/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614506/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 "Although there's still a great difference between the overall markets in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the capital is still pretty much in a downturn, even if it is starting to improve, whereas Dubai has seen 12-18 months of growth. Properties in both emirates have performed ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614507/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614507/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Wyndham Worldwide Corporation has announced plans to enter the United Arab Emirates with its first property in Dubai. The hotel group signed an agreement with Sigma III Limited, a subsidiary of British developer The First Group, to manage the 33-story Wyndham Dubai Marina, according to a company ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614508/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 09:02:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614508/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 In public schools, the G6-G9 examinations will begin on June 9 and end on June 16, while G10 and G11 Art and Science stream students will sit for exams from June 9 to June 17, Adec ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614388/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:56:05 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614388/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM Dubai, 19 May 2013 (WAM): Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) and The Protocol School of Washington (PSOW) today signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with a view to establishing programs that support and develop the vocational skills of women leaders, helping them to hone their capabilities and achieve greater personal and professional development. In line with Dubai Women ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614389/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:41:02 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614389/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM ABU DHABI, May 19th, 2013 -- Some 150 financial advisers from the UK are in Abu Dhabi this week as part of a major incentive by Openwork - Britain's largest multi-tie mortgage and financial advice network, Abu Dhabi Tourism '&' Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi) has announced. The four day incentive, which comes to the UAE capital with support from the Advantage Abu Dhabi ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614175/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:41:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614175/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM ABU DHABI: The heads of Corporate Social Responsibility from Etisalat's operations in Afghanistan, Benin, Gabon, Egypt, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Togo and the UAE are travelling to Dubai to present their projects and engage with stakeholders to form new partnerships at IIR Middle East's 10th annual CSR Summit to take place in Dubai, Etisalat (Emirates ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614390/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:41:00 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614390/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sharjah's ruler Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has launched the second phase of the $108.9m (AED: 400m) Khor Fakkan - Shes - Dafta Road project. According ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614009/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:14:45 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614009/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A fire broke out in a residential building in Sharjah on Sunday morning. An eye-witness informed that the incident occurred around 3.30am on the seventh floor of a building near Jamal Abdul Naser Street. "Flat on fire in front of my building, #Majaz 2 area #Sharjah," tweeted resident Mohamed Elweheshy. "#Sharjah police was very fast to response, and they saved many people and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614011/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:13:56 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614011/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Ali and Sons Co. LLC, importers of Porsche, Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda vehicles in Abu Dhabi, and EMA Lubricants, a joint venture between ExxonMobil and Gibca group in the UAE, have announced an agreement in which Mobil-branded lubricants will be exclusively used in all Porsche, Volkswagen, Audi and Skoda cars serviced in Ali and Sons workshops in Abu ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614119/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:12:47 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614119/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Conext RL inverter - The Conext RL is a flexible and efficient residential single-phase transformer-less solar inverter available in 3, 4 and 5 kW power..." ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614120/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:12:46 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614120/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Dubai-based international developer has partnered with Hanoi-based Sovico Holdings to develop the project, which includes homes, retail facilities and a hotel, all overlooking the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay on Vietnam's north-east coast.The agreement was signed in Ho Chi Minh City by Ibrahim Al Fardan, Managing Director of Limitless and Mr Chu Viet Cuong, CEO of Sovico ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614121/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:12:45 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614121/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The FTSE NASDAQ Dubai UAE 20 Index closed at 2633.210 today, up 54.500, or 2.11%, from the previous close. DP World added 0.38% to close at %15.68. Earlier in the day, NASDAQ Dubai welcomed Emirates Islamic Financial Brokerage (EIFB) as a member. "EIFB will focus on opportunities for trading Shari'a compliant shares listed on NASDAQ Dubai, as well as other Shari'a securities that ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614122/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:12:45 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614122/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI, May 19 (Reuters) - The United Arab Emirates' real gross domestic product grew 4.4 percent in 2012, up from a revised 3.9 percent in the previous year, the OPEC member's statistics office said on Sunday. The world's No. 3 oil exporter originally reported a 4.2 percent GDP growth for 2011. (Reporting by Martin Dokoupil; Editing by Sami ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614123/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:07:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614123/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Philippine Volcanoes' 24-8 win against the United Arab Emirates at the Rizal Memorial Stadium on Saturday led to the home team staying in the Asian 5 Nations Top 5, but it also meant that the Emiratis would slide down to Division I. "We’re disappointed to be relegated for the first time since 2009, but fair play to the Philippines. They did well," said UAE coach Duncan ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614124/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 08:07:25 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214614124/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai hotelier Jumeirah Group has announced that it will sponsor luxury sports car manufacturer Aston Martin at the upcoming 41 Nurburgring 24-hour ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613861/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:58:10 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613861/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Jaws dropped at Michael Cinco's recent show, where the Dubai-based designer displayed his technical virtuosity and immaculate couture. We witnessed all the action on and off Cinco's ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613682/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:33:40 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613682/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Goldfinger DB5 Beautiful, deadly and legendary, the most famous four-wheeled movie star of all time would make for an ideal police car. Bulletproof screen, tyre-shredding wheel spinners, primitive sat-nav and a very useful passenger ejector seat – James Bond’s Aston Martin DB5 from Goldfinger and Thunderball had it all and would make a far more practical alternative to the One-77 ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613516/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:33:37 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613516/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // A new Dh105 million power substation for the Dubai Marina area has gone online, the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) says. The new station will increase capacity, enhance the electricity transmission network output and meet the growing demand for services. "The new project aims to strengthen the capacity of our networks to provide electricity in the Dubai Marina ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613683/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:33:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613683/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // Deira City Centre Metro Station recorded the highest passenger numbers for the first three months of this year with 1,643,115 commuters passing through its gates. The Mall of the Emirates station, which was the busiest station when the Red Line first opened, has dropped down to only the third most-popular station, according the RTA, with 1,437,421 commuters. The second most popular ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613684/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:33:31 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613684/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Armani Hotel at Burj Khalifa in Dubai will be the venue for the launch of what Chinese manufacturer Huawei claims to be the world’s biggest smartphone. Official invites sent out for tonight’s event claimed that the 6.1 inch Huawei Ascend Mate to be the world’s largest smartphone. The claim only holds good if the Chinese manufacturer is making it based on the smartphones ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613685/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:23:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613685/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Digital Arts Network (DAN), the digital arm of integrated communications leaders, TBWARAAD, has made a new senior hire to advance its' digital and creative offering. Noah Khan takes the role of Head of TBWARAAD's DAN and will lead the award-winning team from its Dubai ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613785/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:22:14 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613785/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Together with the Marriott International, Inc. 2013 first quarter results, which reported a 31% increase compared to first quarter 2012, the company has announced an 11.2% increase in RevPAR figures across the Middle East and Africa for first quarter compared to the same period in ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613786/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:22:14 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613786/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 This latest innovation by NAFFCO will facilitate high voltage lines maintenance without interrupting electricity supply. The Live Line Maintenance unit is an advanced version of NAFFCO's Aerial Insulated Access Platform unit but with a much higher capability. A prodigy of its kind it has the capacity to reach up to 215 feet (65 meters) in height whilst allowing maintenance works to carry out ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613788/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:22:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613788/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Barclays announced the appointment of Haidar Hammoud as Head of Wealth and Investment Management for the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. In this role, Haidar will be responsible for driving the Abu Dhabi business and will work closely with office heads in Singapore, Geneva, London and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613776/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:22:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613776/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Newgen Software, a leading global provider of Business Process Management (BPM), Enterprise Content Management (ECM), and Customer Communication Management (CCM) solutions announced today that it will be holding its annual EMEA Conclave on the 8th of May, 2013 at the Grand Hyatt - ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613787/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:22:13 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613787/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 A former Deutsche Bank, Citibank, Standard Chartered and BNP Paribas executive, Hammoud will be responsible for driving the Abu Dhabi business and will work closely with office heads in Singapore, Geneva, London and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613510/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 07:08:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613510/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM AJMAN, May 19th, 2013 (WAM) -- H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, last night attended a ceremony hosted by Sheikh Saeed bin Abdul Aziz Al Nuaimi, on the occasion of the wedding of his son, Abdul Aziz, to the daughter of Sheikh Saeed bin Rashid Al Nuaimi. The ceremony was attended by H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613691/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:59:49 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613691/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM RAS AL KHAIMAH, May 19th, 2013 (WAM) -- Winning schools in the Red Crescent Authority RAK Branch contest for student learning, held under the banner "Achieve the Dream of an Orphan" have been honoured at a ceremony at the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Community Development in Ras Al Khaimah. During the ceremony, which was attended by principals and school students, Dr. Mohammed ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613690/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:59:48 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613690/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // A father convicted of torturing and killing his eight-year-old daughter has blamed the girl's injuries on his ex-wife. HS, 29, an Emirati, was providing his final submission to the Appeals Court, where he and his girlfriend are fighting convictions for torturing his two daughters, Wadeema and Mira, 7, as well as killing Wadeema. The father is appealing a death sentence, his ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613452/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:43:20 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613452/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // A man was found with 60 fake immigration stamps, a court heard today. The Criminal Court heard that two Uzbeks were arrested in February last year while trying to use the stamps and when arrested led police to RK, 30, from Uzbekistan. Officers found forgery paraphernalia and some passports in his apartment. They were then led to another man's apartment, where they found more fake ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613360/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:43:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613360/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI // Courses from some of the world's top universities, including Stanford and Duke, will soon be available for free in Arabic thanks to a new initiative involving hundreds of UAE volunteers. Coursera, an online eduction company launched in the US last year by two Stanford professors, offers courses in English from dozens of leading institutions. Now it has teamed up the volunteer ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613453/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:43:18 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613453/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Emirates Standardisation and Metrology Authority (Esma) is to roll out the halal regulation package, guaranteeing that halal food, cosmetics and fashion items are really ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613466/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:34:01 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613466/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai World Central (DWC), the world’s first purpose-built aerotropolis, has today announced new developments at DWC’s Logistics District, including the start of construction on the fourth complex of agent warehouses. Covering a total area of almost 8,700 square meters, with 5,443 sqm for warehouses and 1,373 sqm for office area, the new agent warehouses will be open for leasing in ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613363/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:32:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613363/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has finalised the agreement to acquire three airport services companies which will accelerate and consolidate the development of in-flight catering services, ground handling and cargo operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport. Formerly part of Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac), the three companies, Abu Dhabi Airport Services ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613365/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:32:31 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613365/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Manama, May 19 (BNA) -- A study released by the Bahrain Centre for Strategic and International Studies and Energy (BCSISE), prepared by Dr. Bashir Zine El Abidine titled ' the Arabian Gulf and the Dimensions of the Naming ', that the Iranian stance in regard to naming ' Arabian Gulf ', raises strong controversies in the media, and that this stance insists on stamping the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613259/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:32:16 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613259/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Zimbabwe's state-owned mining firm is seeking an agreement to distribute diamonds directly to Dubai without breaking rules against the sale of gems from its Marange fields, it has been ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613257/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:29 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613257/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Real estate services firm Hamptons said it saw a 41 percent rise in its number of property transactions in Dubai for the first quarter of the year, compared to the same period in ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613369/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613369/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Gulf region's highest quality projects have been revealed at the recently concluded 2013 MEED Quality Awards for Projects, in association with Ernst & Young, the only GCC-wide awards programme that recognises completed ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613467/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613467/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Abu Dhabi Airports Company (ADAC) announced that airlines from around the globe will be increasing their weekly number of flights departing from and arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport during the coming summer ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613454/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:19 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613454/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 UK companies with innovative design and unique products are back in this year's prestigious Index exhibition taking place in Dubai from 20-23 May 2013 at Dubai World Trade Centre. This is the 23rd year of Index and UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) is working closely with British Contract Furnishing & Design Association (BCFA) to promote British companies to Gulf-based architects, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613468/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:18 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613468/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Al Nabooda Automobiles has introduced the Volkswagen Middle East recommended retail prices for genuine parts and accessories in Dubai and the Northern Emirates. The recommended retail prices for the brand are defined on a regional level in order to maintain consistently fair prices and high value for money across all GCC ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613469/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 06:31:18 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613469/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Shop owners in Abu Dhabi must conform to a new standard of sign starting on July 1 - but Arabic still vies with English for attention. Sammy Dallal / The ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613109/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 05:51:32 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214613109/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 As of July 8, the Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel & Towers will start a revamp which includes all guest rooms, the Vivaldi restaurant and other facilities in the hotel. The hotel will not be operational for 8-10 months and will be closed to the public, a statement said. The extensive renovation of The Sheraton Dubai Creek hotel will include a complete redesign of the public spaces and all 262 ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612973/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 05:41:59 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612973/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Businesses in Dubai foresee rising demand and higher profits in Q2 2013 Businesses in Dubai are confident of growth trends continuing to the second quarter of 2013, shows the quarterly business confidence survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development (DED). ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612975/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 05:28:06 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612975/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Leading health and biomedical research attorney, Clint Hermes, has been appointed General Counsel at Sidra Medical and Research Center, a pioneering new facility in Qatar with a focus primarily on women's and children's ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612767/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 04:48:34 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612767/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 SHUAA has started the year well, reporting the best bottom line result since June 2011. The financial impact of the turnaround programme is evident in the consistently improving bottom line. Revenues were Dhs36.2m down from Dhs55.0m on the same period in 2012, reflecting lower investment returns on SHUAA managed funds and the expected drop in fees and commissions following the decision to cease ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612768/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 04:48:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612768/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Standard Chartered has launched, in partnership with VISA, the Standard Chartered VISA Infinite Credit Card, the UAE's most exclusive credit card, offering a wide array of luxury lifestyle privileges and unparalleled convenience to ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612766/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 04:48:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612766/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Sharjah Children's Reading Festival has a lot to offer the discerning teacher. Regular workshops on a variety of subjects benefit not only the children, but also provide guidance to teachers, acquainting them with modern methods of imparting skills to ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612769/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 04:48:33 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612769/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Luxury smartphone accessoriser Givori today launched its most opulent, sensual and anticipated product yet. The company announced a new partnership agreement with Damas Jewellery to sell products at select Damas Les Exclusives boutiques across the GCC market. The Charlotte Spring/Summer 2013 Collection comprises an iPhone5 (64GB) customised with 19-karat rose gold, the finest grade ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612265/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:59:37 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612265/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 "The man is believed to be of Asian origin. He attacked and over-powered the salesman and took away gold jewellery weighting 4.5kg," said a source familiar with the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612266/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:59:36 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612266/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi has recently agreed to support the nominee from the Irish Community in Abu Dhabi to take part in 'The Rose of Tralee', one of the largest and longest running International Festivals, celebrating 54 years this ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612449/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:58:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612449/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Brother International (Gulf) FZE, one of the leading global manufacturers of laser and Inkjet printing devices, has announced that it will continue to focus on increasing MIF (Machines In Field) and expanding its market stronghold in the UAE as the company kicked off its Brother Premium Partner Program 2013 during a ceremony at the Jumeirah Creekside Hotel in Dubai. ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612463/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:58:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612463/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 More than 50 ICT and consumer electronics (CE) vendors have received official nominations for the 'Middle East Retail Academy (MERA): 2013 Awards', which take place at the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi on May 22nd in conjunction with DISTREE Middle East 2013 - the region's leading annual retail channel ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612465/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:58:26 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612465/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 In Recognition of the distinctive success in implementing an innovative vision to ensure its continues financial growth, Sheikh Nahayan bin Mubarak Al Nahayan, the UAE Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, honored Etihad Etisalat 'Mobily' during the event which took place in The Ritz Carlton Hotel in Abu Dhabi last ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612464/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:58:26 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612464/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DUBAI - Financial crime that was detected in Dubai topped Dh200 million during last year and the first quarter of this year, according to Dubai ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612072/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:40:07 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214612072/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The code requiring all tall buildings in Dubai to withstand earthquakes up to a magnitude on the Richter scale of 5.9 could produce significant delays and increases in construction costs, industry experts have relayed to the media. The code is effective immediately for buildings currently under construction to over 10 storeys. "These new rules will be of great concern to all those people ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611790/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:08:52 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611790/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai Holding and Emaar Properties, Dubai's largest developer, will jointly develop ‘The Lagoons’ project on Dubai Creek with construction work likely to restart soon, according to a media ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611793/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:08:04 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611793/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai's second telecommunications company, Du, has warned its internet customers they may experience slower connections on Sunday and Monday as it carries out maintenance on the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611579/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:07:02 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611579/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 DTDC Global Express PTE LTD., a global courier and cargo company headquartered in Singapore with strong operations in India formed a joint venture with Eurostar Express, a Dubai-based diversified conglomerate, has recently kick-started door-to-door courier service in the ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611989/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:56 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611989/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 As consumers continue to demand more from financial institutions than ever before-instantaneous service, enhanced convenience and more control of their money-Diebold, Incorporated, a global leader in providing integrated self-service solutions, is meeting these demands with emerging technology that is transforming the self-service channel and the way consumers ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611990/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:56 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611990/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Gulf Education Conference & Exhibition announced today that the Alhambra-US Chamber, an NGO based in Austin, Texas, USA, will be one of the Conference sponsors for ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611993/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:55 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611993/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Notions Group, one of fastest growing food manufacturers and distributors in the region and makers of the guilt-free Chocodate brand, announced they will be exporting their star product to an additional five markets; the Netherlands, Japan, France, Turkmenistan and Russia, thus expanding the global distribution network to 40 ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611992/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:55 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611992/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Abu Dhabi, May 19 (IANS/WAM) The announcement of the UAE's Ministry of Education about the School Leadership Project to raise standards in the country's education sector is an important initiative which needs to be highly commended, a UAE daily has ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611997/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:27 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611997/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The UAE’s Ministry of Education has announcement that it will the raise standards of education in the country through its School Leadership Project. ';It is an important initiative which needs to be highly commended,'; a UAE daily has said. ';Over the next five years, 700 education professionals in public schools ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611996/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:26 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611996/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The Philippine Rubgy team put on a show for the home crowd on Saturday at the Rizal Memorial Stadium, defeating the United Arab Emirates 24-8, to remain in the top-flight of rugby in Asia and avoid relegation from the Asian 5 Nations. Both sides had entered this game with identical 0-3 records after ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611995/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611995/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 I suppose what I'm hearing here is that it's unjust to jail someone for not being able to fulfil their commitment, if it is unintentional or their financial situation has changed. That's one scenario. Another is that you knew all along ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611998/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 03:06:21 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611998/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 WAM SHARJAH: The Sharjah Museums Department (SMD) commenced its International Museum Day (IMD) celebrations yesterday with a variety of events including artistic shows, theatrical performances, and poetry and traditional costume design competitions being held from 17th-19th May, at the Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization. The celebration began with a speech by Aisha Deemas, Director of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611794/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:45:31 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611794/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Travellers at Terminal 3 of Dubai Airport this morning were in for a treat with not one, but two Oscar winners jetting through the shiny halls of the Emirates boarding gates. Australian actor Russell Crowe gave a shout out to his fans on twitter, posting a picture of the departures board in Arabic and asking his followers to guess the city he was temporarily stationed in. He followed up his ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611318/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:18:42 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611318/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Evolving partnerships between airlines in Europe and the Middle East are delivering significant new options for international air travellers, including reconnecting markets no longer served by European carriers, the President and Chief Executive Officer of Etihad Airways, Mr James Hogan, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611523/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:17:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611523/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Culture, Youth and Community, today inaugurated DNA Health - the regional headquarters of US healthcare company, DNA Health Corp - on Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611536/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:17:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611536/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 In the context of recent earthquakes in Iran and Pakistan which slightly affected some countries in the gulf region, and to raise the efficiency and safety of buildings in the Emirate of Dubai, Building Department of Dubai Municipality issued a new circular to all consulting offices and contractors operating in the Emirate to amend some of the requirements of structural design related to wind and ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611537/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:17:23 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611537/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The announcement was made during a press conference held by the Ajman Public Transport Corporation, and was attended by Ahmad Al Fourah, member of the corporation's board of ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611321/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:10:40 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611321/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Dubai: Visiting Lebanon Island on The World islands just got easier as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in association with the Royal Island Beach Club, is launching daily ferry trips from Al Ghubaiba ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611159/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 02:10:39 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611159/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Zayed University graduates to pursue master's and PhD programmes at home and abroad. Students were picked for their academic performance and for the relevance of their subjects to the country's development. Priority was given to students in education, social sciences, tourism, science, museum studies, health care, public administration, engineering and architecture. "This batch ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611108/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 01:38:36 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214611108/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The UAE economy growth is expected to lower to 3.9 percent in 2012 after a solid 2011, when the GDP expanded 5.2 percent led by high oil prices and a 10.2 percent increase in oil production, according to a review of the UAE economy by Global Investment House. Even as growth in oil sector is expected to slow down in 2012, the nonoil sector has continued its resurgence witnessing a 3.5 percent ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610770/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 01:27:12 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610770/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Clark has played a major role in the development of Emirates, joining the airline in the year it was formed, 1985. Earlier this month, Emirates posted a 52 percent increase in profits, ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610771/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 01:27:12 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610771/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The UAE overtook Saudi Arabia as the region's largest construction market last year, the first time since 2008, according to a new report by ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610810/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 01:27:10 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610810/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 The 'Beauty and the Beat' hitmaker's pet Mally was seized at German customs in March and has since been held at an animal shelter in Munich - but it is set for a permanent move to either a zoo or ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610883/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sun, 19 May 2013 01:27:09 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610883/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Emirates Airline to push back by two months work to fix potential wing cracks on its existing fleet of superjumbos. Wing modification work on Emirates' fleet of A380s should have started in March, but has only begun this month because of late arrival of new aircraft, according to Tim Clark, the president and chief executive of Emirates. "We need to receive the new aircraft to backfill ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214609756/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sat, 18 May 2013 23:56:11 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214609756/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Motorists in the Western Region are being urged to take extra precautions because of haze, the National Centre of Meteorology and Seismology warned yesterday, although road conditions and visibility had improved last night. Winds made seas rough and those conditions will remain until tonight. Offshore waves reached 3.65 metres yesterday and winds hit 60kph. Sailors are advised to check ... http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610118/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9 Sat, 18 May 2013 23:56:09 -0400 http://www.arabherald.com/index.php/sid/214610118/scat/e3942fd745a4fbc9