DUBAI, UAE (SEPTEMBER 25, 2017) (REUTERS) – Dubai on Monday (September 25) showcased a flight for what it said would soon be the world’s first drone taxi service under an ambitious plan by the United Arab Emirates city to lead the Arab world in innovation.
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Another Dubai tower catches fire in three days – media
DUBAI, UAE (AUGUST 6, 2017) (REUTERS) – Another tower in Dubai caught fire on Sunday morning (August 6), the second in three days, but the fire was extinguished soon, emergency services told national media. Continue reading
Huge fire engulfs Dubai residential skyscraper
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (AUGUST 4, 2017) (ANDRE VAN NIEKERK) – A massive blaze was engulfing one of the world’s tallest residential buildings in Dubai early on Friday (August 4), residents said, but authorities said the tower had been evacuated and no injuries were reported. Continue reading
Diners in Dubai dangle 50 metres above ground in “Dinner in the Sky” event
Dinner in the Sky hosts its guests 50 meters above the ground in a unique dining experience.
Dubai announces multi-million dollar fund to help world’s poor
The ruler of Dubai unveils a multi-million dollar initiative to help fund development and humanitarian projects around the world, with a particular focus on the Middle East.
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Dubai launches beach Wi-Fi portals
Dubai beachgoers can now connect to the internet, as Dubai launches Smart Palm a device that provides a Wi-Fi connection as well as phone-charging docks at the beach.
World’s tallest residential building left charred after fire
The Dubai Torch – one of the world’s tallest residential buildings – is left charred after a fire swept through it, forcing the evacuation of hundreds of people.