Dubai News Summary – February 18, 2025

1. Sports Updates

• Dubai WTA 1000 Tennis Tournament:
  Russian tennis player Diana Shnaider, ranked 13th in the world, failed to reach the third round of the Dubai WTA 1000 tournament. The 20-year-old athlete lost to Czech player Linda Noskova with scores of 6:7 (8:10), 6:4, 3:6. Shnaider was leading 5:2 in the first set, but rain interruptions disrupted the match. (rbc.ru)

  In another match, Ukrainian player Marta Kostyuk won the first set 7:5 against American Sofia Kenin. The match continued into the second set. (rsport.ria.ru)

2. Cultural Events

• Mozart's "Requiem" Concert:
  A performance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Requiem was held in Dubai by the National Theatre Brno orchestra and choir. (t.me)

3. Education & Showbiz

• Philip Kirkorov's Children Return to Dubai:
  The daughter of famous Russian singer Philip Kirkorov announced that they have returned to Dubai to continue their studies. (news.ru)

4. Upcoming Events

• Dubai International Boat Show:
  From February 19 to 23, 2025, Dubai will host the prestigious Dubai International Boat Show. Major brands like Azimut, Ferretti, Gulf Craft, Sunseeker, and Yachts One will showcase the latest innovations in maritime technology. (t.me)

• Russian Maslenitsa Celebration:
  On February 26, 2025, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray will host the Russian Maslenitsa in Dubai festival. The event will feature traditional Russian pancakes, performances by artists from Saint Petersburg, and children's workshops. (t.me)

5. Transportation & Innovation

• Dubai Loop Project:
  Dubai has become a partner in Elon Musk's Dubai Loop project, which will connect key areas of the city using futuristic high-speed transportation. (t.me)

• Dubai–Abu Dhabi Seaglider Transport:
  A new Seaglider transportation system is being developed to reduce travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai to under 30 minutes. (t.me)

6. Legal News

• Parking Fine Appeals:
  Dubai and Abu Dhabi authorities have shared details on how residents and visitors can appeal parking fines. (t.me)

7. Business & Economy

• Russian Retailer Expands to Saudi Arabia:
  The Russian beauty and cosmetics retailer Zolotoye Yabloko (Golden Apple) has announced plans to launch an online store and a physical location in Saudi Arabia, marking its expansion into the Middle East. (t.me)