Father-son duo attempted to walk up and down the stairs of their home a staggering 118 times – the equivalent of climbing the world’s tallest tower – the Burj Khalifa. The idea behind the challenge was to inspire people to stay at home, stay safe and stay fit during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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Coronavirus recovery: UAE Covid-19 survivors reveal contrasting experiences
Covid-19 survivors Shane Manning and Suman Manning share their contrasting experiences with the virus.
In picture: Landmarks across the UAE #LightItBlue to honour frontliners
Healthcare professional and frontliners across the UAE, are working very hard to keep the community safe. Landmarks across the UAE on 16th April, as part of the global #LightItBlue initiative, to shine a light on those who are working tirelessly every day.
In pictures: Brand Dubai’s #StayHome campaign
The campaign depicts artwork developed in collaboration with Emirati artist Maitha Demithan, featuring the slogan ‘For My Sake #StayHome for Us’. The ads have been displayed on billboards, lamp posts and digital screens across Dubai.
Video: Tecom Group’s message to colleagues and partners … ‘We miss you and we’ll see you soon’
Tecom Group sent out a message of hope and positivity to its partners and community members. The simple yet very motivating message came in the form of a video that states that we are experiencing these exceptional times together, but we need to cherish the precious moments we are living and stay hopeful. The group also reminded everyone to follow the authorities’ guidance to stay home for the safety of our community
Video: How is India coping with coronavirus lockdown?
Just like most countries in the world, India is having to fight the coronavirus epidemic. But how does a country with a population of more than a billion people lock down and stay safe?
Video: How coronavirus quarantines lead to a drop in air pollution
As coronavirus quickly spreads around the world, the virus is forcing people to stay put. People aren’t driving or flying, leading to a massive reduction in air pollution, most notably in China, but also in Italy, the US and other hard-hit areas that have implemented directives to stay home.
Video: Nicolas Anelka message to stay safe
The French football player Nicolas Anelka, the former star of Real Madrid, Arsenal, Manchester City and Paris St. Germain, joined the Dubai Sports Council initiative, “Be fit, be safe,” by sending a message to everyone who lives in the UAE through this video.
Video: Pandemic will change how companies view work-from-home, says Cisco CEO
Cisco Systems Chief Executive Officer Chuck Robbins discusses the surge in demand for its teleconferencing services since companies started to require employees to work from home, a possible US economic stimulus package agreement, and a possible rollback of tariffs by the Trump administration on goods from China.
Video: PepsiCo MENA president, Aamer Sheikh encourages people to stay home
Aamer Sheikh, President of PepsiCo MENA and Pakistan talks about how we all can lead with purpose during these difficult times to ensure our safety and that of everyone around us, in line with Dubai Government initiatives to ensure the same #besafeworksmart #stayhome #covid_19
Get lean at home: best fitness apps for workouts
It’s only a matter of time before the waists start expanding and the bellies start popping, so put your junk food aside and get moving with these easy home fitness programmes.
In pictures: Politicians and celebrities hit by the coronavirus
The growing list of world celebrities who have been hit by the novel coronavirus includes Spanish tenor Placido Domingo and disgraced Hollywood mogul Harvey Weinstein.