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CairoScene
26-02-2025
- Sport
- CairoScene
Sheikh Hamdan Orders Donation of Dubai Games Prize Money to Charity
Dubai's Ministry of Defence teams triumphed at Dubai Games 2025, but Sheikh Hamdan's bold decision means no prize money. Feb 26, 2025 The Ministry of Defence's men's and women's teams claimed top spots at the Dubai Games 2025—but their winnings won't be lining their pockets. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister, has directed that all prize money be donated to charity. The men's team emerged victorious in the Battle of the Government for Men competition, while the women's team secured second place in their category. The games were held at Dubai Festival City from February 20th to 23rd. Known for his initiatives in sports, philanthropy, and youth empowerment—and with millions of followers on Instagram—Sheikh Hamdan has long championed projects that promote social responsibility and national pride.
Dubai Eye
25-02-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan directs MoD Dubai Games prize money be donated
Prize money won by the teams of the Ministry of Defence (MoD) at the Dubai Games 2025 will be donated to charity following directives from His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai. Director of the Office of the Minister of Defence, Major General Khalifa Rashid Al Hamli said: 'His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed's directive to donate the prize money won by the Ministry of Defence teams during the Dubai Games 2025 to charity reflects his commitment to fostering a culture of giving, upholding the values of partnership and humanity, and honouring national duty.' The Ministry of Defence's men's team claimed victory in the Battle of the Government for Men competition, while the women's team secured second place in the Battle of the Government for Women competition, held at Dubai Festival City from February 20 to 23. The decision underscores a commitment to supporting charitable initiatives that create meaningful, positive change in people's lives. It also reinforces social responsibility and unites collective efforts in service of the nation and its citizens.
What's On
20-02-2025
- Sport
- What's On
Take note: All the major road closures happening this weekend
Major road closures this weekend… Motorists, watch out this weekend – road closures are incoming, this time for the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge and the UAE Tour Women 2025 cycling event. These are the names and roads you need to aware of if you're driving out and about in Dubai. The challenge will take place on Sunday, February 23, and the 92km race will block access to Hessa Street, Al Asayel Street, and Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan from 6.10am to 8.22pm. Since these areas toads connect and cover some key areas like Al Reem, Damac Hills, Mira, Town Square, Global Village, expect delays here. There will be no access to Hessa Street between 6.10am and 9.50am which will then affect traffic in Studio City, Motor City, Sports City, Jumeirah Golf Estates, Al Barsha, Al Barsha South, Tilal Al Ghaf and Jumeirah Village Circle. The shorter races will take place on Saturday, between 6.15am and 9.30am which means that Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nayan towards and from Expo City Dubai will be closed. This will have a knock-on affect for the Tilal Al Ghaf and Remraam areas of the city. إليكم خريطة مسار فعالية طواف الإمارات 2025، يوم الجمعة 21 فبراير. ينطلق المشاركون في تمام الساعة 12:30 ظهراً من الجامعة الأمريكية إلى شارع الشيخ زايد، مروراً بشارع النسيم وشارع الخيل وشارع الجمايل وشارع زايد بن حمدان، وصولاً إلى نقطة الانتهاء مقابل جامعة حمدان الذكية لمسافة 160… — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025 On Friday, the UAE Tour Women 2025 cycling event will see closures on Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Naseem Street, Al Khail Road, Al Jamayel Street, and Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street to name a few, before finishing near Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University. Roads will be closed from 12.30pm for the participants to commence the race, until 4.30pm. at intervals as part of traffic management. Motorists have also been advised to use alternative routes such as Ras Al Khor Road and Emirates Road until the event concludes. Traffic today… Delays are also expected on Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street today due to the start of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, between 11am and 2pm, and again from 9 pm to 11 pm, according to the RTA. Delays are expected on both Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street due to the start of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, on February 20, 2025 from 11 AM until 2 PM, and from 9 PM until 11 PM. #RTA advises you to plan your trips in advance and leave early to… — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025 These delays could continue throughout the weekend, in addition to the two cycling events, as the launch of Dubai Games 2025 runs from Thursday, February 20 to Sunday, February 23. Lots of action happening, and drivers have been advised to plan their journeys well in advance to avoid getting stuck in traffic. Keep an eye out on social channels to stay updated with the state of the roads. @rta_dubai Images: Getty > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Dubai Eye
20-02-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Congestion expected in Dubai as sports events begin
Delays are expected in Dubai on Thursday due to increased traffic ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, along with the start of the Dubai Games 2025, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said. The opening cricket match of the competition being in Dubai, between Bangladesh and India, will reportedly impact Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. The RTA is urging fans to plan their trip in "advance and leave early to ensure smooth movement during the event." Traffic is also expected in Dubai around Sports City on Sunday as Pakistan take on India in the same competition. Dubai will also host India vs New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket stadium on March 2. Delays are expected on both Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street due to the start of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, on February 20, 2025 from 11 AM until 2 PM, and from 9 PM until 11 PM. #RTA advises you to plan your trips in advance and leave early to… — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025 New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 80 runs in Wednesday's opening ICC Champions Trophy encounter. The RTA has also warned of possible congestion around the start of the Dubai Games 2025, which runs from February 20 - 23. In conjunction with the launch of Dubai Games 2025 from Thursday, February 20 to Sunday, February 23. Plan your trips in advance and depart early to ensure timely arrivals at your destinations. #RTA — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025
TAG 91.1
20-02-2025
- Sport
- TAG 91.1
Congestion expected in Dubai as sports events begin
Delays are expected in Dubai on Thursday due to increased traffic ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, along with the start of the Dubai Games 2025, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said. The opening cricket match of the competition being in Dubai, between Bangladesh and India, will reportedly impact Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. The RTA is urging fans to plan their trip in "advance and leave early to ensure smooth movement during the event." Traffic is also expected in Dubai around Sports City on Sunday as Pakistan take on India in the same competition. Dubai will also host India vs New Zealand at the Dubai International Cricket stadium on March 2. Delays are expected on both Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Hessa Street due to the start of the ICC Champions Trophy at Dubai Sports City, on February 20, 2025 from 11 AM until 2 PM, and from 9 PM until 11 PM. #RTA advises you to plan your trips in advance and leave early to… — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025 New Zealand defeated Pakistan by 80 runs in Wednesday's opening ICC Champions Trophy encounter. The RTA has also warned of possible congestion around the start of the Dubai Games 2025, which runs from February 20 - 23. In conjunction with the launch of Dubai Games 2025 from Thursday, February 20 to Sunday, February 23. Plan your trips in advance and depart early to ensure timely arrivals at your destinations. #RTA — RTA (@rta_dubai) February 20, 2025
