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Topic: Abu Dhabi

Western Region seeks ways to fly you in

Apr 18, 2013

The Western Region of Abu Dhabi is hoping to open up a network of air routes in an attempt to attract investors and residents to the remote Al Gharbia area.  Read Article Western Region seeks ways to fly you in

Success story in brokerage gloom

Fathi Ben Grira started his career at a major US law firm in Paris, working 18-hour days.

Apr 05, 2013

Fathi Ben Grira is proud of the job he has made of transforming the struggling brokerage Wafa into Mena Corp, a regional power house. But he is also thankful of his heritage ¿ growing up in France and appreciating the Arab values of tolerance and kindness. Read Article Success story in brokerage gloom

Beach life: The best spots on the sand in Abu Dhabi

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Mar 22, 2013

With new beaches complementing established ones in Abu Dhabi, swimmers and sun worshippers are being spoilt for choice. With map. Read Article Beach life: The best spots on the sand in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi's Ferrari World turns a glitzier shade of red

Red will feature acrobats, gymnasts, BMX bikers, a clown and the legendary 250 California. Sammy Dallal / The National

Nov 14, 2012

As it hits its second birthday, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has a fresh attraction - an acrobatic stage show called Red. Here's a sneak preview  Read Article Abu Dhabi's Ferrari World turns a glitzier shade of red

 

On The Market: an apartment in Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi

The master bedroom in a three-bedroom apartment in Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi. Courtesy Better Homes

Nov 02, 2012

The pros and cons of a three-bedroom apartment in Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi.  Read Article On The Market: an apartment in Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi

 

Ask Ali: On conserving water and urban planning

May 04, 2012

Ali Al Saloom offers advice and suggestions for living and working in the UAE. Read Article Ask Ali: On conserving water and urban planning

 

Workshop becomes living room

A boy clears away broken glass before he and his friends start a new game on the streets of Mussaffah. Ravindranath K / The National

Apr 28, 2012

Cheaper rents are only one of the reasons driving rapid increase in residential population Read Article Workshop becomes living room

 

Seychelles partnership on the map

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Oct 19, 2011

Abu Dhabi urban planners will help map out a design for the capital city of Seychelles, the latest collaboration between the two governments.  Read Article Seychelles partnership on the map

 

Authorities train for nuclear emergency

Jun 16, 2011

Officials trained this week to respond to a potential nuclear disaster. Read Article Authorities train for nuclear emergency

 

British school expanding facilities for next school year

Jun 08, 2011

The British International School in the capital will add 200 students to its capacity from the next school year to meet increasing demand, officials say. Read Article British school expanding facilities for next school year

 

Farming water from air, power from sun

May 23, 2011

A programme launched yesterday in Abu Dhabi will help farmers save water and energy. Read Article Farming water from air, power from sun

 

Abu Dhabi anti-terror expo to help find security solutions

May 16, 2011

Exhibition is coming to Abu Dhabi in October. Read Article Abu Dhabi anti-terror expo to help find security solutions

 

Collaboration is key to Big Bang secrets

Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, welcomes the launch of Ankabut, a new internet network for Universities in UAE at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi.

May 16, 2011

Researchers have developed a newer, faster way of connecting their work across nations and institutions. Read Article Collaboration is key to Big Bang secrets

 

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UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

JJ Fanucci of Dubai Exiles during the Jebel Ali Sevens Rugby at the Jebel Ali Centre of Excellence, Jebel Ali on the 16th November 2012. Credit: Jake Badger for The National

Freshly relegated, no better time for a youth movement than the present, writes Paul Radley.  UAE rugby hope the kids are all right

Global shift in North American sport

A Nintendo DS Lite portable game system is displayed at Safeco Field in Seattle, Friday, June 29, 2007, prior to an MLB baseball game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Seattle Mariners. Nintento is making a pitch to use its portable DS Lite to allow fans to order food and drinks, watch the live television feed of the game, access stats and scores and play trivia, from their seats during the game. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

In 1992, Major League Baseball commissioner Fay Vincent initially opposed an effort by a Japanese mogul to purchase the Seattle Mariners. Expect more to come.  Global shift in North American sport

In pictures: UAE war games

The Emirates Castle 2013 military exercise was conducted by the UAE land, air and naval forces in the Western Region.

The Emirates Castle 2013 military exercise was conducted by the UAE land, air and naval forces in the Western Region.  In pictures: UAE war games

Flying cars roar into reality

The Terrafugia Transition lets you fly over traffic and point-to-point between more than 5,000 community airports around the United States. Courtesy Terrafugia

The flying car concept took a while to become reality but in America a company is on the verge of offering a version to the public. While the cost may be high, so is confidence that there is a viable market.  Flying cars roar into reality

Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

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With Muslim families, you must say "mashallah" with every compliment lest someone think you are jealous and have the evil eye.  Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

Region in Focus - May 23

National View blog looks at the best images from the last seven days from around the Gulf and across the Middle East.  Region in Focus - May 23

Sound & Vision

Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes

Video: Talking Shehhi – a dialect from RAK's mountain tribes(Video)

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Video: Tracing UAE families through genealogy

Video: tracing UAE families through genealogy(Video)

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In pictures: Swarovski studded tub

The Swarovski Crystal Saracen bath from Catchpole & Rye.(Photos)

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In pictures: Maldives a piece of heaven on earth

Maldives a piece of heaven on earth(Photos)

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In pictures: Sir Bu Nair Island

Sir Bu Nair Island in charge of Sharjah government. One of the UAE’s untouched, natural islands is to be partially developed under new plans by Sharjah to promote eco-tourism.(Photos)

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