Topic: State Grid

Masdar's plan for smart power

AD201010708219960AR-In order to benefit from renewable energies, science must make

Aug 22, 2010

Researching smart power grids will definitely contribute to Abu Dhabi's sustainability goals. It is an important piece of the renewable energy puzzle, one that we are proud to be working on. Read Article Masdar's plan for smart power

Iraqis' power cut protests powered by grass-roots anger

AD201010706249884AR-Iraqis protest power cuts in Nasiriyah, about 320 kilometres south-east

Jun 25, 2010

Marches against government organised by tribes, mosques and independents, not rival political parties, say protesters. Read Article Iraqis' power cut protests powered by grass-roots anger

GCC summit strengthens regional ties

AD200910712159842AR-Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed, President of the UAE and Ruler

Dec 16, 2009

Gulf leaders agree to establish a joint rapid response force because of the recent clashes between Saudi Arabia and Yemeni rebels. Read Article GCC summit strengthens regional ties

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Clumsy SNC needs to prove it is made of the right stuff

Analysis: Something of a miracle will be needed for the coveted unity and effectiveness of the Syrian opposition to materialise. Clumsy SNC needs to prove it is made of the right stuff

Umbria and Tuscany: Italy's rustic but refined heart

The hilltop village of Montone was once the domain of Braccio Montone, a powerful medieval knight. Many of the surrounding settlements, like Umbertide, have Etruscan origins, which date from before the Roman era. Rosemary Behan / The National

The many medieval towns and villages of Umbria and Tuscany are a joy to visit, especially by bike, finds Rosemary Behan Umbria and Tuscany: Italy's rustic but refined heart

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

Terrafugia Transition: 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. Terrafugia Transition: flying cars roar into reality