Dubai / WAM Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (Dewa) participated in a campaign to clean the beach, and plant mangroves at the Jebel Ali Marine Sanctuary, organised by the Emirates Marine Environmental Group. The move is in conjunction with the National Environment Day, observed on February 4 each year, and is held this year under the theme ‘Towards a Sustainable …

  Abu Dhabi / Gulf Time The first round of the UAE Remote Control Boat Championship, which was held on Abu Dhabi breakwater, recorded a large number of participants. The championship, organised by Abu Dhabi Marine Sports Club, drew as many as 36 contestants in three categories — 2-Cell, 3-Cell and 4-Cell for juniors, novices and professionals respectively. In 2-Cell …

  Bloomberg Starbucks Corp. reported profit and comparable sales that trailed Wall Street’s expectations as weakness in China weighed on results, sending shares down in late trading. Executives reaffirmed confidence in the country and predicted a recovery there this year. Comparable sales of 5% in the quarter ended January 1 were below the average estimate for 6.8% growth compiled by …