As Haftar's forces continue Tripoli push, Antonio Guterres calls for political solution to avoid 'bloody confrontation'.
Laleh Shahravesh was arrested in March and faces up to two years in jail, according to campaign group
A British woman is facing two years in jail in Dubai for allegedly using disparaging language about her ex-husband’s new wife on Facebook, campaigners have claimed.
Laleh Shahravesh, 55, of Richmond, south-west London, was arrested together with her teenage daughter at Dubai airport in March. She faces up to two years in jail and a fine of £50,000 for two Facebook posts she made while living in the UK in 2016, according to the Detained In Dubai campaign group.
Related: There’s no justice in the UAE – I learned that in a Dubai prison | David Haigh
Related: Woman arrested with daughter in Dubai over drinking wine is released
Continue reading...
The futuristic new lounge and party spot is opening on Friday March 15…
Get ready party people, a brand new nightlife venue is opening in DIFC and it’s set to shake things up for those looking for a luxury night out.
Mantis can be found in Emirates Financial Towers and ahead of its opening on Friday March 15, we’ve headed inside for a first look around.
ALSO READ: New super club Sky2.0 to open in Dubai on March 13
The 8,500 square foot space boasts a state-of-the-art light and sound system, a central DJ booth with a dramatic mantis head on the front, and a long bar which runs almost all the way down one side of the lounge
From the kitchen, guests can expect culinary creations including ‘sophisticated Asian and South American-inspired dishes and classic European favourites’, according to a statement. This will include sushi rolls and sashimi, fresh oysters, and ceviche, as well as some more hearty dishes. We’re suitably intrigued…
As well as a merchandise room, Mantis also boasts an ‘Immersive Room’ – a quieter, more laid-back space where guests can go to chill out. The Immersive Room will serve up fresh shots of Kopi Luwak coffee, one the world’s most expensive beans, for those looking for a post or pre-party pick me up that comes at a price.
Initially, Mantis will be open on Thursdays and Fridays, with more nights set to be introduced in the new year.
We’ll see you there…
Mantis, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC, Dubai, 9pm to late, Thursday and Friday from Friday March 15. mantis-club.com
— For the best of Dubai straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter.
The post First look: Inside Mantis, DIFC’s brand new nightlife venue appeared first on What's On Dubai.
One year ago to the day, MamaDuck and I headed for Abu Dhabi Airport and left the Sandlands. We have not been back, and really have no intention of returning. There's not much we miss about the place - although I haven't had a decent curry since we left. We do miss our friends though.
All things considered, I think leaving was the best thing to do. I just wish we'd done it a few years sooner.
US prosecutors have launched a criminal investigation into data sharing deals that Mark Zuckerberg’s Facebook struck with some of the world’s biggest tech companies. Gulf News explains what the increasing scrutiny means for the social media giant’s...
Novo Cinemas, the innovative and award-winning movie theatre brand, has opened its state-of-the-art flagship location at IMG Worlds of Adventure in Dubai. [Wired by: DubaiCityGuide.com - A Cyber Gear Company]
A new week has arrived and with it comes a host of exciting things to do. Whether it’s a Paddy’s Day celebration or an authentic Greek experience, here are our top picks for the week.A bright pink art installation, unlimited tacos and a JBR hotspot’s birthday…
Here are 8 exciting things to try in Dubai this week.
Sunday March 17
1. Celebrate St Paddy’s Day
Media One’s Garden on 8 will be serving up amazing craic with a big St Patrick’s Day celebration. From 12pm to 8pm, you’ll find a green garden party full of Irish festivities, a three-hour drinks package for Dhs195, and a ‘Big Messy Irish Stew’ and barbecue from Dhs75. Live music will be brought to you by Snow Patrol’s supporting act and home-grown band, Vandalye.
Garden on 8, Media One, Dubai Media City, 12pm to 8pm, Sunday March 17. Tel: (04) 427 1000. mediaonehotel.com
2. Tuck into unlimited tacos
There’s a new deal at Asia De Cuba, ‘Let’s Taco Bout It’. Enjoy endless tacos and Latin-inspired cocktails inside the Havana-themed restaurant or on the cosy terrace for Dhs149. Taco options include fried cod with lime aioli, pulled lamb with fried onion and guacamole, Asian style with pulled beef, cucumber and hoisin sauce. Drinks are free-flowing for three hours and include Mexican beer, margaritas, tequila and house wine.
Asia De Cuba, Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, 7pm to 10pm, Sundays, Dhs149 per person. Tel: (04) 511 7333. facebook.com/Bar-Rumba-DXB
Monday March 18
3. Experience a unique art installation
Art Nights is taking place on March 18 in DIFC with a theme of ‘Discovering Hidden Artists You Know’. Cyril Lancelin’s interpretation is to display flamingos which represent the metaphor for knowing something but not necessarily having seen it in real life. You can catch these flamingos at DIFC Art Nights under The Gate Building and in the Gate Village.
DIFC Art Nights, Dubai International Financial Centre, 6pm to 10pm, Monday March 18. difc.ae
4. Book your place at an exclusive dinner
The Supper Club is back with a five-course Italian menu from Milan’s Ma’ Hidden Kitchen team. The menu is hand-crafted with only 39 ingredients and will only be available from March 18th to 23rd. This communal dining experience is set on the 39th floor terrace of Intercontinental to provide views of Dubai Marina’s skyline. For Dhs350 per person, guests can enjoy ‘The Italian Way’, an evening of conversation, live music and a selection of exquisite dishes and curated drinks. Booking is essential.
The Italian Way Supper Club, Intercontinental Dubai Marina, 7.30pm, March 18 to 23rd, Dhs350, Over 21s only. intercontinentaldubaimarina.com/thesupperclub
Tuesday March 19
5. Dine in a royal-approved restaurant
Ammos, the Greek beach-front restaurant recently visited by Sheikh Hamdan, has a dinner deal to satisfy your mid-week seafood cravings. The Lega-Sea night runs every Tuesday and offers an authentic Greek experience with a sharing menu of hot and cold starters, fresh fish or cuts of meat and a selection of sweets to finish. Dine by the sea while DJ John Hanlidis provides the Grecian soundtrack.
Ammos Greek, Rixos Premium, JBR, Dubai Marina, 7pm to 11pm, Tuesdays, Dhs265. Tel: (052) 777 9473. ammosgreek.com
6. Gather the girls for a special ladies’ night
STK’s JBR branch is turning one this week and to celebrate they’re treating guests to an open bar from 11pm onwards. The weekly ladies’ night, Just Fine Cuts, will give the girls three free drinks as usual, followed by unlimited house beverages from 11pm to close. Book a table to indulge in two courses for Dhs199, or three courses for Dhs239 including burrata, prime fillet 150g steak, roasted salmon, choco mousse, crème brulee and more.
STK, Rixos Premium, JBR, Dubai Marina, 7pm onwards, Tuesday March 19, Dhs199 for two course, Dhs239 for three course, three complimentary drinks for ladies, open bar from 11pm to 1am. Tel: (04) 323 0061. togrp.com
7. Sit in the ‘frow’ at a catwalk show
Experience a fashionable ladies’ night with live singer and three free drinks at The Penthouse. The main event will be a fashion show at 8pm, showcasing brands such as second-hand label, Retold, ready-to-wear brand, Chic Le Frique and evening wear brand, Avastave + Rakate.
The Penthouse, Five, Palm Jumeriah, 6.30pm to 10pm, Tuesdays, three free drinks for ladies. Tel: (052) 900 4868. fivehotelsandresorts.com
Wednesday March 20
8. Check out a great British restaurant
Gordon Ramsay’s second Dubai venture, named after his hit TV series, Hell’s Kitchen, is made to feel like you’re in an actual episode of the show. Serving up home comforts such as pan seared scallops, lobster risotto, beef Wellington, and sticky toffee pudding, the menu is a feast of feel-good food.
Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai, daily 7am to 10.30am, noon to 3.30pm, 6pm to 10.30pm. Tel: (04) 556 6466 caesars.com/dubai
— For the best of Dubai straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter.
Images: Supplied/Facebook
The post 8 great things to do in Dubai this week appeared first on What's On Dubai.
More than 30,000 job opportunities will be created in the private sector for Emiratis this year, Nasser Bin Thani Al Hamli, Minister of Human Resources and Emiratisation, has said. Emiratisation is a top national priority, said Al Hamli, while...
“We’re accumulating risk in the Middle East by not getting at Iran’s proliferation,” [Brian Hook, the State Department's special representative for Iran] said. “There is something brazen about this missile behaviour, they’re not even hiding it. This sort of escalation is deeply concerning..."
"The Iranians have to decide are they a nation state or a revolution,” [The Saudi foreign minister] said, underlining that Iran had diverted virtually all its additional revenues from the removal of sanctions into its regional agenda, including support for the Houthi rebellion.
“If a missile is launched at Saudi Arabia and UAE what will be reaction be and how will we be defended?” said UAE Ambassador to the US Yousef Al Otaiba.
Maybe we could ask if the government can spend a few minutes considering this when they get done with their he-said, she-said partisan argument?
UAE ambassador asks how allies will defend country from Iran's missiles
Sponsored: The Founding Fathers Exhibition by Ramesh Shukla displays iconic and historic moments of the UAE…
The Founding Fathers Exhibition at the Etihad Museum is a treasure trove of iconic moments through the lives of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum and it’s open now.
Ramesh Shukla is the photographer behind these iconic images, and this exhibition is a celebration of his finest photography works.
The photographer has captured everything from daily life to momentous occasions in the UAE, and as you progress through the exhibition, not only will you notice the growth of the nation from the seven desert sheikhdoms to the country it is today, but also the evolution of Ramesh as a photographer.
View this post on Instagram
The Founding Father’s Exhibition explores the process of traditional photography, while showing an effusive display of rare and significant historic moments in the UAE, a country founded by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum.
Celebrating the story of the UAE through one man’s lens, Ramesh Shukla’s presentation takes you on a historic journey, detailing the art of photography through large-scale prints, video and a display of his collection of original photography equipment and film negatives.
His most notable photograph is of the UAE rulers standing in front of the UAE flag after having signed the Federation Agreement in 1971.
It was this photo that would be the inspiration for the symbol of the ‘Spirit of the Union’ which is now celebrated across the country. Describing his destiny and his presence in the UAE as being in ‘the right place at the right time’, this was just one of the moments that was captured through the lens of Ramesh Shukla.
You can also find Shukla’s photos in numerous prominent venues across the UAE, including in governmental offices and Dubai’s metro stations.
The exhibition also marks the launch of the photographer’s new book published by Motivate Media Group, titled The United Arab Emirates: Founding Fathers – Zayed and Rashid.
The book pays homage to the UAE’s founding fathers with photographs of exceptional moments in history – a lovely souvenir you can take home with you and a perfect coffee-table book.
The exhibition is open until April 7, 2019 and is open to the general public. Tickets cost Dhs25 for adults, Dhs10 for children under 25 and under 5s enter free.
Etihad Museum, Union House, 2nd December Street, Jumeira 1, 10am to 8pm daily, Dhs25 adults, Dhs10 students under 25, under 5s free. Tel: (04) 515 5771 etihadmuseum.dubaiculture.gov.ae
— For the best of Dubai straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter.
The post Check out this new photography exhibition at Etihad Museum appeared first on What's On Dubai.
Whether you’re vegan or not, these are delicious…
The vegan lifestyle is becoming easier in Dubai, with more and more restaurants catering to all dietary requirements. Whether you’re follow a vegan diet or not, the dishes being created in response to demand can be even more tasty than their carnivorous alternatives.
Here are seven new vegan menus you might not have tried yet…
Address Downtown
In celebration of World Health Day, The Restaurant at Address Downtown has created a vegan menu which will be available only on Sunday April 7. The raw-food set menu will be available for the whole day, and features fine-dining style dishes such as baked yams with spiced tofu or sweet & sour bok choy with miso noodles. To make the day extra-healthy, Address Downtown are also offering complimentary access to their fitness centre for anyone who selects the Dhs110 menu.
The Restaurant, Address Downtown, Dubai, noon to 9pm, Sunday April 7, Dhs110. Tel: (04) 8883444. addresshotels.com
Bagatelle
Bistro Bagatelle has launched an exciting new menu, proving once and for all that vegan food doesn’t have to be boring. The menu includes salads and pizzas as well as hearty mains such as plats principaux, poule des bois roti and le potager. Desserts have also been added to the list, featuring the tarte Bagatelle which fuses bitter chocolate, coconut sorbet and mango purée.
Bistro Bagatelle, The Fairmont Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre Area, Dubai, 8pm to late, daily. Tel: (04) 354 5035. bagatelledubai.com
Jelly Belly Ice Cream
Ice cream parlour Jelly Belly has added a new flavour to its 50-strong collection and its 100 per cent vegan. The chocolate coconut flavour has been created with coconut milk and vegan Belgian dark chocolate to create a bittersweet taste that everyone should try. Those following a vegan diet can also enjoy 12 dairy-free Jelly Belly sorbets.
Jelly Belly Ice Cream, La Mer, Jumeirah 1, Dubai, 10am to midnight Sat to Weds, 10am to 2am Thur and Fri. Tel: (04) 3427387. jellybellyicecream.com
BiCE
On March 27 and 28, Chef Paolo Gramaglia will host a special one-off vegan dinner at BiCE Ristorante, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah. Gramaglia will be visiting Dubai for only a few days to offer his vegan Italian set menu. The Dhs250 menu features asparagus, tofu and popcorn to start, paccheri pasta with bronzed tomatoes for main and vegan tiramusu for dessert.
BiCE Ristorante, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR, Dubai Marina, Dubai, March 27 to 28, Dhs250. Tel: (04) 318 2520. bicegroup.com
Mango Tree
Thai bistro, Mango Tree, has a dedicated vegetarian and vegan menu available in its JBR venue. It includes tasty options such as spicy okra salad, som tam corn and satay tofu curry. The restaurant recently extended its weekend opening hours, ensuring guests can join for lunch as well as dinner.
Mango Tree, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR, Dubai Marina, Dubai, 5pm to 1am Sunday to Thursday, noon to 1am Friday and Saturday. Tel: (04) 374 7555. facebook.com/MangoTreeJBR
Taqado
Taqado’s new Lean Mean Bean menu features three new vegan dishes and information on ingredients and calories for each dish. New items include vegan earth salad, green vegan burrito and vegan quesadilla. There’s also a new refreshing ‘no guilt lemonade’.
Taqado, all branches, Dubai, 8am to 10pm Sunday to Thursday, 9am to 10pm Friday and Saturday. taqado.com
Rove
Rove has a monthly ‘vrunch’ which includes 100 per cent plant-based dishes. You can begin by tucking into the salad buffet, followed by a course of Wellington nut roast with rosemary baked potato and roasted root vegetables topped with mushroom gravy. To finish there’s a choice of blackberry and apple tart or orange & almond cake.
Afternoon Roast Vegan Brunch, Rove Healthcare City, 11.30am to 3.30pm, Saturday April 6, Dhs99 adults, Dhs49 kids. Tel: (04) 561 9200. facebook.com/DXBvegandays
— For the best of Dubai straight to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter.
Images: Supplied
The post 7 new vegan menus to try in Dubai appeared first on What's On Dubai.