The week’s most anticipated moment has arrived! We are here with the week’s most comprehensive news roundup for the Middle East. And a lot more has transpired than we could ever digest in one week. So check out these crucial Quickies to get a rundown of everything that happened in the Middle East. Let’s discuss some recent events in Dubai and the other Emirates!
Top 10 News From Middle East This Week
1. Oman Air Changes Catering Subsidiary Name
هويتنا الجديدة .. الطيران العماني التموين، إحدى شركات الطيران العماني
Our new identity .. Oman Air Catering, an Oman Air subsidiary pic.twitter.com/heYBST39fW
— Oman Air Catering (@omanaircatering) May 10, 2023
From Transform Catering to Oman Air Catering, the national airline revamps its’ subsidiary name.
2. Snow Park, Reem Mall Opening Dates Announced
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The most awaited theme park is set to open its door on 8th June 2023. It’s going to be snowy in Abu Dhabi.
Also Read: Top 10 Global Destinations For Middle East Travellers; P.S. India Is On It Too!
3. Everybody! Backstreet Boys Are Coming To Saudi Arabia, Middle East
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Jeddah fans, get ready for a power-packed performance as Backstreet Boys set to return to Saudi Arabia as a part of their DNA World Tour.
4. UAE’s Famous Dates Brand, Bateel Inaugrates A Huge Flagship Store In Jeddah, Middle East
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Bateel has launched a 2 storey-flagship boutique in this Saudi city and we can already imagine the sweetness spread across the store.
5. Dubai’s Famous Family Entertainment Destination Won An Exclusive Middle East Award
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The Middle East Award was given to Global Village for the best-kept public facilities.
6. Own An Emirates ID? Use it To Gain Dhs90 Off On Your Brekkie At Atmosphere
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Atmosphere’s breakfast buffet is available to UAE citizens for 20% less than usual.
7. This Middle Eastern City Has The 4th Best Airport For Layover In The World
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Dubai International Airport has been chosen as the finest airport in the world for layovers based on the availability of stores, F&B alternatives, hotels within two miles, and more.
8. Dubai Metro Users Reports Delays
For #DubaiMetro Red line users, #RTA informs you that there was a delay in Metro service due to technical issue. Issue is resolved and service is back to normal. We thank you for your understanding.
— RTA (@rta_dubai) May 12, 2023
The Red Line services of Dubai Metro were temporarily delayed on Friday, however, the problem has been fixed, and operations are back to normal.
9. Tourists This New Museum In Oman Will Leave You Bedazzled!
Today we welcomed His Excellency Janid Munir, acting ambassador of the United States, and the accompanying delegation at the #Oman_Across_Ages_Museum.
His Excellency and the delegation took a tour through the facilities of the museum and its diverse collections. pic.twitter.com/nincFH9H56— متحف عُمان عبر الزمان (@oaam_oman) May 11, 2023
Tourists are drawn to the Manah, Oman, Across Ages Museum because it teaches them about the country’s historical cities and other topics.
10. Will You Dare To Wear White To Check How Clean Your City Is?
Dubai is the cleanest city in the world ✨🇦🇪
— حسن سجواني 🇦🇪 Hassan Sajwani (@HSajwanization) May 11, 2023
This viral Tiktoker wore white socks and walked without shoes on Dubai streets to show viewers how clean UAE is.
That’s all for today folks! Until next week, Ma’a Salaama!
Cover Image Courtesy: Reem Mall
First Published: May 12, 2023 7:17 PM