Kuaishou Technology, the Chinese short-video startup, has attracted BlackRock Inc. and the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority as cornerstone investors in its Hong Kong initial public offering, people with …
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UAE confirms signing $23 bln deal to buy F-35 jets, drones from US
The United Arab Emirates confirmed that it signed agreements with the United States on former President Donald Trump’s last full day in office to purchase up to 50 F-35 jets, 18 armed drones and other …
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As Covid cases spike, Dubai works to keep its economy open
As if the Boohoo online fashion company had not generated enough controversy in recent months, its bosses once again found themselves in the headlines last week for hosting a four-day meeting with …
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Revealed: 65% of UAE residents lack proper sleep
A recent study showed that 65 per cent of UAE residents lack proper sleep and that heavy smartphone usage is one of the reasons for sleep deprivation. Normal sleeping patterns are considered to be …
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Hatton takes five-shot lead in Abu Dhabi as fading light stops play
England’s Tyrrell Hatton put on a show in the second round of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, going 12-under overall after 13 holes to take a five-shot lead before fading light stopped play on Friday …
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UAE warns about money laundering crime, clarifies the law
The Federal Decree No. (20) of 2018 on anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism is a fundamental pillar and contributes to raising the effectiveness of the legal and …
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Duped by travel agents, 11 women repatriated from UAE
Businessman facilitates return from UAE, pays for immigration, airfare As many as 11 Indian women who were allegedly duped by immigration agents only to get stranded in the UAE have been reunited with …
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Denmark suspends Dubai flights amid doubts over virus tests
Denmark has temporarily suspended all flights from the United Arab Emirates for five days after suspicion arose that the coronavirus tests that can be obtained before leaving Dubai are not reliable, …
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As Covid cases spike, Dubai works to keep its ‘party central’ reputation
The emirate economy is dependent on trade, transport and tourism – so vaccination, not lockdown, is key to keeping the party going …
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Eni & SNOC Start Mahani Field in Sharjah Emirate in UAE
Eni and Sharjah National Oil Corporation announced production start-up from the Mahani field, located in onshore Concession Area B of the Sharjah Emirate. This is the first step in the further …
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UAE to construct first solar landfill project
Emirates Waste to Energy Company will undertake a pioneering project to develop Bee’ah’s landfill into a solar farm — the first of its kind in the UAE.
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EDF Renewables and Masdar to collaborate on Israeli solar projects
Abu Dhabi-based developer and French entity’s renewables subsidiary to collaborate on existing and future renewables projects in Israel.
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Bango strikes oil with Dubai alliance
Cambridge technology influencer Bango is collaborating with Dubai-headquartered TPAY MOBILE to boost digital access across fast-growing, mobile-first markets in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey. As …
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UAE- Sharjah, Shabab Al Ahli eye early piece of silverware
The Arabian Gulf League, the UAE top flight of football, the Arabian Gulf Cup and the prestigious President’s Cup are still in progress, as we speak, but two clubs have the opportunity to land an …
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UAE orders imprisonment of 4 Arabs who insulted Asian children
The report included the spread of videos on social media, in which the four young men mocked members of an Asian community.
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Dubai ceases live shows as virus spreads
Dubai’s tourism department Thursday announced an immediate halt to all live entertainment at hotels and restaurants, a day after suspending non-urgent surgeries at hospitals to deal with an influx of …
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UAE fights Covid: Dubai suspends entertainment on board vessels, floating restaurants
The suspension of these activities is in keeping with the suspension of all entertainment permits in the emirate on Thursday.
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