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Topic: Fujairah

Teen in UAE accused of killing mother after argument

May 21, 2013

The 17-year-old is said to have struck his mother with a bladed weapon.  Read Article Teen in UAE accused of killing mother after argument

Petrochemicals sector given lively reception at hotels in Fujairah

The number of hotel rooms in Fujairah is expected to double to 1,600 this year. Above, the Hotel JAL Fujairah Resort and Spa. Randi Sokoloff / The National

May 19, 2013

Fujairah hotels are experiencing an uptick in meetings business boosted by the developing petrochemicals sector. Read Article Petrochemicals sector given lively reception at hotels in Fujairah

Staff shortages delay opening of Fujairah health centres

May 13, 2013

The centres, built by the Ministry of Works in Rahib, Al Khalibiya and Akamiya in Dibba Al Fujairah, between them need a staff of 165 doctors, specialists, nurses, technicians and admininistrators. Read Article Staff shortages delay opening of Fujairah health centres

Research centre for freshwater resources being built at Fujairah wadi

Apr 23, 2013

A research centre focusing on freshwater resources is to be built near the Wadi Wurayah protected area in Fujairah. Read Article Research centre for freshwater resources being built at Fujairah wadi

 

Cities not countries will once again be key to world order

The roads that link the different emirates have fused the country into an urban corridor and source of strength. Razan Alzayani / The National

Mar 26, 2013

Cities not countries will once again be pivotal to world order. And Abu Dhabi has the tools to lead the way. Read Article Cities not countries will once again be key to world order

 

National Bank of Fujairah on the fast track

Business in Fujairah is expected to be bolstered by the completion last year of the Abu Dhabi Crude Oil Pipeline. Above, an oil terminal in the emirate. Courtesy IPIC

Mar 15, 2013

National Bank of Fujairah expects a busy year ahead as the bank seeks to tap into booming investment in the emirate's energy infrastructure. Read Article National Bank of Fujairah on the fast track

 

Fujairah established as fuel storage fulcrum

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Mar 14, 2013

The emirate's key location on the Gulf of Oman, about 160km from the Strait of Hormuz, enhances its appeal to international traders and tank operators. Read Article Fujairah established as fuel storage fulcrum

 

Shell in talks to secure crude oil storage in Fujairah

Fujairah plans to add two shipping berths dedicated to handling very large crude carriers. Kamran Jebreili / AP Photo

Mar 11, 2013

Royal Dutch Shell is in talks to secure as much as 1 million cubic metres of crude oil storage in Fujairah, in what would be the region's first such crude-tank deal with foreign companies. Read Article Shell in talks to secure crude oil storage in Fujairah

 

Fujairah the focus for oil companies eyeing swift access to Asia

Mar 11, 2013

The world's biggest oil companies are setting their sights on crude storage in Fujairah to maintain swift access to Asian markets. Read Article Fujairah the focus for oil companies eyeing swift access to Asia

 

Rulers send messages of goodwill to UAE

Dec 02, 2012

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, sent celebratory text messages to thousands of people yesterday in anticipation of today's 41st National Day celebrations. Read Article Rulers send messages of goodwill to UAE

 

UAE lifeguard rules should be unified, says public safety head

UAE - Dubai - Feb 28 - 2012: A lifeguard watch the beach goers at JBR beach. ( Jaime Puebla - The National Newspaper )

Nov 21, 2012

A single system to certify and regulate lifeguard training would help to improve standards and save lives across the country, according to the head of public safety at Dubai Municipality . Read Article UAE lifeguard rules should be unified, says public safety head

 

Fujairah students train for life outside classroom

Fujairah, United Arab Emirates - November 8th 2012 - Sherry Farzami, Project Manager at the British Council, lectures at a skills employability workshop for young women at Fujairah Women's College. Most of the women that were at the workshop were in their early twenties and in their last year of university. (Razan Alzayani / The National)

Nov 13, 2012

The British Council has been roped in to prepare students at the Fujairah Women's College for the workplace and beyond, imparting skills for life such as teamwork and stress management. Read Article Fujairah students train for life outside classroom

 

Fujairah power plant keeps the UAE's lights on

The tanks are kept full with 10 days worth of fuel, a fallback in case natural gas supplies from Qatar are interrupted. The expanding demand for power is requiring projects of a scale never before seen in the region. Christopher Pike / The National

Oct 27, 2012

The Fujairah power plant is capable of generating enough electricity to the meet the needs of 2 million people. Read Article Fujairah power plant keeps the UAE's lights on

 

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Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

The stunning dome designed by Jean Nouvel will be the first thing visitors to the Louvre Abu Dhabi will see when they arrive at the museum in 2015. Courtesy Tourism Development & Investment Company

The Louvre Abu Dhabi will open its doors to visitors in 2015, but one of the most crucial phases of construction is well under way.   Louvre Abu Dhabi is a modern marvel in the making

Design like a pro with our expert tips

Pull together as many interior design magazines as possible and collate images that reflect what you would like your home to look like. Pawan Singh / The National

Your budget may not allow for the services of an interior designer but these tips will help you create a home that looks like its been put together by a pro.   Design like a pro with our expert tips

The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

Dome of the Rock Mosque in Jerusalem, 1844, by Joseph-Philibert Girault de Prangey. Courtesy of Louvre Abu Dhabi Agence photo F

A discussion at Manarat Al Saadiyat will examine the art and photography of European artists travelling 'through the lights and images' of this region, writes Nick Leech   The Orient, expressed in Abu Dhabi

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: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up. Words by Martin Croucher. Photos by Christopher Pike / The National

Companies tasked with making scale models to announce developments in Dubai report business is picking up.  In pictures: Business picks up for UAE property model makers

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