Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, has received Saud Hassan Ali Al-Nusuf, Consul General of the Kingdom of Bahrain in Dubai.
During the meeting, Lt. Gen. Al Marri emphasized the keenness of Dubai Police to provide all the requirements and needs for all communities and nationalities in Dubai. He also discussed a number of topics of mutual interest with Al-Nusuf, including ways of fostering and boosting mutual relations between both entities.
The Bahrain Consul General lauded Dubai Police’s smart and innovative initiatives that contribute to enhancing Dubai’s levels of safety and security, and to ensuring the happiness of the emirate’s citizens, residents, and visitors. He also lauded the force’s efforts towards ensuring the safety and security of Expo 2020 and the happiness of its visitors.
H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of Ajman Executive Council, affirmed that heritage is an essential part of the Emirati national identity and one of the community’s valuable strengths.
Sheikh Ammar was briefed by the museum curators about the latest audio-visual display techniques introduced in the museum (located at the heart of Heritage District) which was inaugurated by the late founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan in 1991.
The Museum is part of a massive project to enrich the heritage content in the emirates which includes three main museums : Ajman Museum, Masfout Museum and Manama Museum and other under-planning museums. As perfect example of traditional Emirati architecture, the 18th-century fort served as the ruler’s residence until 1970, before it was converted into a museum a decade later.
The new identity of the museum seeks to heighten awareness about the importance of safeguarding the emirate’s cultural heritage and delivering the museum’s message.
The Ajman Tourism Development Department has launched an app for the museum with an interactive map and a tour guide.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum the Ruler of Dubai and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi met each other on April 25 at Al Marmoon in Dubai.
During the meeting, Their Highnesses discussed Expo 2020 Dubai’s success in bringing together nations and institutions from across the world to share innovative ideas and solutions to address key challenges facing the global community and providing a platform for showcasing economic opportunities and diverse cultures from across the world. The two leaders also discussed the UAE’s ability to achieve high rankings in various global indices despite the worldwide repercussions of the pandemic over the last two years.
Furthermore, Their Highnesses discussed various facets of the UAE’s development journey and economic initiatives that form part of the ‘Projects of the 50’. They also discussed the preparations for the next 50-year phase of the nation’s growth. In addition, they reviewed the progress of the UAE’s strategic development plans and mega projects aimed at enhancing growth and social welfare, as well as the government’s efforts to provide the highest quality of life to both citizens and residents.
The UAE has strongly condemned the two terror attacks in Afghanistan, one of which targeted a mosque in Mazar-e-Sharif, in which a number of civilians were killed and injured.
In a statement on Friday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC) affirmed that, “the UAE expresses its strong condemnation of these criminal acts and its permanent rejection of all forms of violence and terrorism that aim to destabilise security and stability in contravention of all humanitarian values and principles.” MoFAIC expressed its sincere condolences and sympathy to the people of Afghanistan, the families of the victims of this heinous crime, and its wishes for a speedy recovery for all of the injured.
In conjunction with the World Creativity and Innovation Day, Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has organised a series of virtual and physical activities to stimulate the innovation environment at DEWA and in society.
DEWA held a ‘Day with DEWA’s Innovators’ at the Innovation Tent at its headquarters, with more than 60 employees and 25 female students from the Zayed Educational Complex, Al Barsha, Dubai, participating in the event, which highlighted the students’ innovations and their development with the help of the DEWA’s innovators, in addition to closely examining the innovators’ projects and learning about their techniques and tools.
DEWA also organised virtual sessions to raise awareness among its employees about shaping the future, as well as I-Talk sessions entitled ‘Optimal Use of Data, Achievements Closer Than You Can Imagine, Future Foresight Culture, and a Journey to the Future’.
The hilarious and witty comedian Jo Koy, whose comedy has been enjoyed around the world, will soon be on local shores as he brings all new material in his highly anticipated Funny Is Funny World Tour on the 14th of May at the Coca-Cola Arena. Jo Koy will be one of the featured headliners for the much-anticipated Dubai Comedy Festival.
“I am looking forward to returning to Dubai, it’s been almost 3 years since I was last there, and I can’t wait to be back on-stage at the Coca-Cola Arena,” he shares.
Inspired by his Filipino-American culture, the uniquely relatable comic pulls inspiration from his life experiences and from his colorful family. Funny Is Funny is guaranteed to deliver a hilarious night of entertainment.
As one of today’s premiere stand-up comics whose comedy has reached all kinds of people across the globe, Jo Koy has come a long way from his modest beginning of performing at a Las Vegas coffee house to now selling out the world’s most prestigious venues including Radio City Music Hall (New York), Chase Center (San Francisco), The Forum (Los Angeles), Mall of Asia Arena (Manila, PH), Coca-Cola Arena (Dubai) and ICC Theatre (Sydney, Au).
The event is presented by Blu Blood. Tickets from AED 180 are limited and are available from jokoy.com, www.coca-cola-arena.com, Dubai Calendar, PlatinumList, BookMyShow. All tickets that were purchased for the original December 2021 show, will remain valid for the new date.
Patrons must continue to wear a mask in the venue but proof of vaccination is not required for this event. Blu Blood will ensure that all health and safety guidelines, as laid out by the Dubai government, are carefully implemented and followed.
The Dubai Food Festival (DFF) will take place from May 2nd to May 15th, 2022, and will highlight Dubai’s most interesting culinary offerings.
This year’s festival, currently in its ninth year, will take guests on an interactive journey of a city home to more than 200 nationalities and recognized for its rich gastronomic diversity.
DFF will include the greatest original indigenous cuisine and concepts produced by Dubai’s local food heroes, as well as world-renowned fine dining restaurants, experiences, and seminars by prominent chefs, all with views of Dubai’s famous locales.
Seek and Foodie Experiences, will once again headline DFF with exclusive dining experiences.
Vietnamese Foodies’ fifth location is set to open in Dubai Hills Mall this August
“Dubai Hills residents, and indeed all residents in and around the surrounding areas will soon be able to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese Foodies’ experience in their very own neighbourhood,” – Founder & Executive Chef, Lily Hoa Nguyen
New location to also offer Vietnamese coffee and ice cream to-go through new takeaway counter
Vietnamese Foodies, the award-winning foodies’ choice for fresh, healthy authentic Vietnamese cuisine is announcing that it will soon be open in Dubai Hills Mall. Opening in August, 2022 the new location will be the family-owned restaurants’ fifth in Dubai, and it’s first in and around the Dubai Hills area.
With seating for 60 people, the new Vietnamese Foodies will feature a menu of the foodie favourites that the restaurant has become known for, including 14-hour Pho, traditional Banh Mi as well as a variety of fresh, healthy and authentic southern Vietnamese stir-fry, rice and noodle dishes. The new location will also be the first branch to serve up Vietnamese Coffee Affogato and the first to have a dedicated take-away window so that mall customers can easily pick up a Vietnamese Coffee or Ice-Cream while shopping.
According to Owner & Executive Chef, Lily Hoa Nguyen, the new location is bringing her one step closer to realising her vision of offering fresh, delicious Vietnamese food UAE wide: “Dubai Hills residents, and indeed all residents in and around the surrounding areas will soon be able to enjoy an authentic Vietnamese Foodies’ experience in their very own neighbourhood though our dine-in or through faster and more widely available delivery.”
The new Dubai Hills location follows the restaurant’s popular fourth location which opened in Nakheel Mall last December and joins the family-owned restaurant’s award-winning JLT, Downtown Dubai and Time Out Market Dubai branches.
“Our continued growth is due to the amazing team that we have formed, as well as the love and support that we continue to receive from foodies across the UAE and region. We are grateful that we’ll soon be able to serve our customers in the Dubai Hills and surrounding areas,” added Hoa Nguyen.
Located on the Ground Floor of Dubai Hills Mall, near Entrance 1, the new location showcases Vietnamese culinary culture through a light, airy and open design. Guests will have a direct view into the Vietnamese Foodies’ kitchen through huge glass pane windows, where they can watch the process behind some of the restaurant’s most beloved dishes including the famous pho. Natural elements like wood, stone and greenery with touches of Vietnamese heritage ceramic decor will create a cozy and chilled-out space for diners.
All Vietnamese Foodies dishes, at all locations, are inspired by the culinary diversity of the Vietnamese capital, Ho Chi Minh City, and are lovingly prepared using the freshest ingredients, with most dishes cooked in broth or water instead of oil. Guests will be spoilt for choice, thanks to the fresh and delicious new menu filled with a variety of affordable, naturally healthy, keto, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, dairy- and gluten-free options.
Vietnamese Foodies’ Dubai Hills Mall location is set to open on 1 August, 2022. For more information or to order Vietnamese Foodies, visit www.vietnamesefoodies.com
The Earth is facing a ‘triple planetary crisis’: climate disruption, nature and biodiversity loss, and pollution and waste, the UN warns.
“This triple crisis is threatening the well-being and survival of millions of people around the world. The building blocks of happy, healthy lives – clean water, fresh air, a stable and predictable climate – are in disarray, putting the Sustainable Development Goals in jeopardy,” the UN Secretary-General warns in a video message for International Mother Earth Day 2022.
The good news is that there is still hope, António Guterres stresses, reminding us that 50 years ago, the world came together in Stockholm for the pivotal UN Conference on the Human Environment, which kickstarted a global movement.
“Since then, we have seen what is possible when we act as one. We have shrunk the ozone hole. We have expanded protections for wildlife and ecosystems. We have ended the use of leaded fuel, preventing millions of premature deaths. And just last month, we launched a landmark global effort to prevent and end plastic pollution.”
”International Mother Earth Day is a chance to reflect on how humanity has been treating our planet, and let’s face it: we’ve been poor custodians.” And while a steady stream of reports has painted a legitimately worrying picture of the current state of the planet, don’t lose hope: there are more innovative ideas for serious climate action than ever and more and more people around the world are working together on solutions to help repair the damage that’s been done to our fragile home.
The positive developments have not stopped there, the recently recognized right to a healthy environment is gaining traction and young people are more engaged than ever in the combat to take on our planetary threats, he adds.
“We have proven that together, we can tackle monumental challenges,” Mr. Guterres says.
Every year, April 22 is celebrated as International Mother Earth Day. The day is observed to create awareness about the rampant increase in pollution and other activities which directly or indirectly harm the environment and result in the destruction of the planet.
The theme for this year’s International Mother Earth Day – ”Invest in our Plane”.
