Dubai Police achieved impressive response times, with security patrols reaching emergency sites in an average of 2 minutes and 32 seconds, surpassing their target of three minutes. Emergency calls to 999 had a response rate of 99.7% within 10 seconds, exceeding the target of 97%.
In total, they responded to 7.4 million calls in 2022. Major General Pilot Ahmad Mohammed bin Thani inspected various AI advancements, including the “Virtual Operations Room” smart goggles and a handheld wireless operations toolkit.
Additionally, he learned about innovative projects and achievements within the General Department of Operations, including advancements in drone technology and recognition for innovation in the Dubai Police Commander-in-Chief Awards.
The department also extended its membership in the European Emergency Number Association (EENA) and pioneered the E-call service as a third-party service in the country.
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has announced the Global Prompt Engineering Championship, a competition leveraging Generative AI with a total prize of AED1 million.
Organized in partnership with the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence and held at the Museum of the Future, the event will feature three main categories: literature, art, and coding.
The championship aims to strengthen Dubai and the UAE’s position as a hub for Generative AI talent and innovation in prompt engineering. The competition aligns with Dubai’s efforts to foster technological advancement and attract top talent in the field.
The challenge will span two days, with winners in each category receiving a share of the prize money. Interested participants can apply through the provided link.
The UAE strongly condemns the statements made by Israeli Minister of Heritage Amihai Eliyahu regarding the possibility of dropping a nuclear bomb on the Gaza Strip. The UAE views these statements as a violation of international law and an incitement to commit serious violations of International Humanitarian Law, including war crimes, raising concerns of an intent to commit genocide.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) of the UAE categorically rejects the threat of using nuclear weapons and emphasizes the immediate priority of preserving the lives of civilians and providing them with necessary humanitarian assistance.
The UAE reaffirms the need for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of life and stresses the importance of protecting civilians in accordance with international law and treaties, ensuring they are not targeted during conflicts.
Additionally, the UAE calls on the international community to intensify efforts to avoid escalating the situation in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. It urges the advancement of comprehensive and just peace efforts while preventing the region from being drawn into new levels of violence, tension, and instability.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued yellow and orange alerts for continued heavy rains in the UAE. The NCM has warned of hazardous weather events, and the public is advised to follow the rules issued by authorities.
Residents are urged to be cautious when going outdoors, especially when driving. The Abu Dhabi Police has issued an alert for motorists to be careful and pay attention to changing speed limits, which will be displayed on electronic signs along the road.
Additionally, light to moderate winds may cause blowing dust and sand. Temperatures will range between 25°C and 32°C in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
The sea conditions will be moderate to rough at times, particularly in the Arabian Gulf, and slight to moderate with rough patches in the Oman Sea.
Diwali, the vibrant Indian festival, illuminates our lives for four glorious days from November 10th to 15th. Signifying the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil, it’s a celebration adorned with radiant candles, Diya lamps, and, of course, delectable Indian sweets.
Though crafting authentic Indian confections can be a challenge, seasoned confectioners in Dubai and across the UAE stand ready to enchant your taste buds with desserts that echo the same rich flavors. Let’s explore the delightful desserts perfect for honoring this cherished Indian holiday.
Burfi: Milk & Nut Medley Among the cherished Indian sweets savored during Diwali, Burfi takes the spotlight. This ‘fudge’ is crafted from condensed milk, sugar, and an array of spices. Its velvety creaminess beautifully complements the spiced crunch of chopped nuts. While traditionally prepared with a labor of love involving all the women of the family, there are superb alternatives available, including versions with a cottage cheese or buttercream base.
For a delectable treat, consider trying a pistachio cake with cream cheese: Link
Gajar Ka Halwa: Carrot & Legume Delight This dessert, concocted from chickpea or rice flour, features carrots, cereals, raisins, nuts, and yogurt, offering a delightful twist that may surprise those unaccustomed to Indian cuisine. However, a glance at the ingredients of a classic carrot cake will reveal that you’re likely to relish this delicacy. For a fail-safe option, indulge in a classic carrot cake adorned with a luscious cream cheese base.
For a taste of tradition, try a piece of pecan carrot cake: Link
Laddu: Vedic Chickpea Confection with Coconut These tender chickpea flour balls mingled with toasted coconut flakes not only tantalize the taste buds but also present a healthy indulgence, often crafted without sugar or oil. If this dessert intrigues your palate, consider a fusion dessert featuring nuts: perhaps coconut cookies or almond brownies.
Explore the world of flavors with an assorted brownie box: Link
Soan Papdi: Melts-in-Your-Mouth Halwa A beloved Indian sweet, Soan Papdi combines the ethereal texture of cotton candy that dissolves on the tongue with the spiced allure of seeds and nuts, akin to a classic halwa. A medley of puff pastry, halwa, and nuts makes an ideal Diwali gift for your loved ones.
For a delightful assortment of sweets and nuts, check out: Link
Nankhatai: Spiced Semolina Cookies No Indian festivity is complete without aromatic baked goods, served warm from the oven. While Diwali is traditionally celebrated with ghee and semolina-based crumbly pastries, any variety of shortbread cookies will surely hit the mark.
Indulge in an assortment of cookies with this box of delights: Link
What to Gift for Diwali? At the heart of this holiday lies the spirit of warmth and understanding, as families gather and friends visit. The perfect gift for such occasions is a selection of petite sweets: handcrafted chocolates, candied nuts, fragrant dates, and other delightful morsels.
For a colorful assortment of chocolates, consider: Link
Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC), the region’s largest pop culture festival, has announced its first comic creator for 2024, Filipino artist Stephen Segovia, known for his comic illustrations for Marvel, Batman, Star Wars, X-Men, Moon Knight, and more, will be joining next year’s convention for all three days.
Stephen Segovia broke into the comic book industry at the young age of 16, with his work with DC Comics on the likes of Superman and Redhood and the Outlaws establishing him as one of the industry’s hot new talents. Stephen is currently working with Todd McFarlane on an ongoing team book called The Scorched, which assembles some of the most well-known characters of the Spawn comics.
Stephen Segovia is currently working with Todd McFarlane on an ongoing team book called The Scorched, which assembles some of the most well-known characters of the Spawn comics.
VIP tickets on sale
For those who want the best Middle East Film & Comic Con experience, VIP tickets are now on sale for the 2024 edition, which will be held from 9 – 11 February 2024 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC). VIP passes are divided into three tiers, namely Ultimate VIP, Super VIP, and VIP.
As the name suggests, the Ultimate VIP ticket offers the ultimate MEFCC experience, giving you three-day VIP access with 10 Autograph or Photograph vouchers, a 30-minute encounter with your favourite celebrities, a dedicated fast track lane to Meet the Stars and many more privileges, clocking in at AED 5,350.
The Super VIP ticket gives you three-day VIP access with 4 Autograph or Photograph vouchers, a Super VIP swag bag with exclusive merch, priority queues at Meet the Stars and front-row seating at the Cine Club, and many more exciting privileges at AED 2,500.
Meanwhile, the VIP Pass gives you three-day VIP access with 1 Autograph or Photograph voucher, priority queues to purchase additional Meet the Stars vouchers, early access on Day 1, and many more privileges, all for AED 800.
All tickets will go live shortly, so you can also opt for a general admission ticket at AED 145 for a one day pass and AED 330 for a 3 day pass. Whichever pass you choose, you can expect an epic three days with your favourite stars and the community!
Get ready to rock as the iconic Scottish band, Simple Minds, takes the stage at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena on February 27, 2024, as part of their highly anticipated Global Tour 2024.
Known for hits like ‘Promised You a Miracle’, ‘Don’t You Forget About Me’, and ‘Alive and Kicking’, Simple Minds has garnered a massive fan base over the years, earning a reputation as one of the greatest live acts of their era.
Formed in the 1970s and named after a lyric from David Bowie’s classic song ‘The Jean Genie’, Simple Minds has achieved phenomenal success, selling over 60 million records worldwide. With chart-topping singles and albums on both sides of the Atlantic, they’ve secured their spot as one of the UK’s most influential bands.
Their recent albums have received widespread acclaim, with MOJO magazine hailing 2015’s ‘Big Music’ as “their best album in 30 years”. Their 2018 release ‘Walk Between Worlds’ marked their biggest US tour, and in 2022, ‘Direction Of The Heart’ climbed to number 4 in the UK charts.
Don’t miss this chance to experience the magic of Simple Minds live in Dubai. Tickets are now on sale starting from AED 195. Grab yours at www.coca-cola-arena.com and get ready to rock the night away!
Pope Francis announced that he will attend the COP28 climate conference in Dubai next month, marking the first time a pontiff will be present at a U.N. environmental meeting since its inception in 1995.
The conference will take place from November 30 to December 12, and the Pope is expected to reinforce his recent call for urgent measures to address global warming during his visit
The Dubai South Ride and Dubai South Run, part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge, are set to take place on Sunday, November 5th.
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The cycling event will start at Dubai South HQ Building at 7am, offering participants a well-designed route around the Al Maktoum International Airport area, with options for 40km or 80km distances.
The Dubai South Run, beginning at 4:30pm from the same location, will feature 3km, 5km, and 10km routes for runners of all levels.
Registration is open, and participants will receive a race pack with essentials. Prizes and medals will be awarded in various categories.
Rare, original aerial photographs of the UAE, taken shortly after the country’s formation, are on sale for AED500,000 at the Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF).
These previously classified photographs, captured between 1975 and 1977, offer a detailed aerial survey of the region. The collection, known as the ‘Only surviving set of the original aerial survey of the UAE’, played a crucial role in the early mapping of the desert area and was originally classified for military use.
The exhibitor hopes to sell the collection to government ministries, universities, or museums, based on its rarity and historical significance.
