The 2020 Dubai Government Excellence Programme is the first such … government priorities, data and technology, leadership, health and safety, human capital and communications.
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No prior appointment needed for COVID-19 tests at testing stations in malls across Dubai
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced that the timings of PCR COVID-19 testing stations in malls across Dubai has changed. The PCR testing stations, which are located in Mall of the Emirates, …
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In F-35 sale to UAE, Senate seeks State Dept. guarantee for US technology and Israel
Bipartisan legislation that the GOP-led Senate Appropriations Committee introduced Nov. 10 represents another potential hurdle for the U.S. sale.
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UAE reopens land-border crossings closed due to COVID-19 – WAM
United Arab Emirates has reopened its land-border crossings as it works to support the economy from the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, state news agency WAM reported on Friday.
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18 top new Dubai restaurants to try
Cuisine: French Location: Sofitel, The Obelisk, Wafi Billionaire Dubai has revamped itself and … the casual restaurant located in the bustling Galleria Mall promises a relaxed setting to enjoy …
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Giant solar power station in SPACE could generate energy for Britain: Scientists could build a multi-billion pound satellite to match output of a nuclear plant… and there’s …
The British prototype, called CASSIOPeiA, is expected to cost between £10-15billion. It is likely to be a mile high, about twice the height of the Burj Khalifa skyscraper, and weigh 2,000 tons.
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Accounting firm EY fights fires on three audit cases that threaten its global reputation
“It was the work of an EY Dubai assurance team that uncovered … At the end of last year, hedge fund Muddy Waters questioned the relationship between EY and NMC, pointing out that the board …
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Property mogul & reality TV star Mohamed Hadid talks cookbooks & kibbeh in lockdown
The global pandemic has triggered a boom in reading, according to the president of the International Publishers Association. #InspireMiddleEast …
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14 thoughts after my first flight in Emirates’ game-changer first class
What’s at the top of your travel bucket list… Going on a safari? Seeing the Northern Lights? For me, it’s neither. Ever since Emirates launched the “game-changer” first-class suite on nine of its …
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In F-35 sale to UAE, Senate seeks State Dept’s guarantees for U.S. technology and Israel
Bipartisan legislation that the GOP-led Senate Appropriations Committee introduced Nov. 10 represents another potential hurdle for the U.S. sale.
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Two men caught leaving London for Dubai with cash-filled suitcases
Two Czech nationals caught at London’s Heathrow airport bound for Dubai with 1.2 million pounds ($1.58 million) in their suitcases have been charged with money laundering, the British government said …
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The Sentry: African Conflict Gold is Being Laundered in Dubai
The years-long rise in international gold prices has driven a new artisanal gold mining and refining rush in conflict-affected areas in East and Central Africa and has turned the United Arab Emirates …
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Former NC MLA prevented from boarding flight to Dubai
As many as 33 politicians of Jammu and Kashmir have been named in a list that bars them from travelling abroad, as a result of which former National Conference MLA Atlaf Ahmed Wani was prevented from …
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Food, Festival, Gold & More: Here’s How Dubai Is Celebrating Diwali 2020
Diwali is here and Indians all around the world are gearing up to celebrate the festival of lights. No matter where you are in the world, Diwali is not only a reminder that good wins over evil, but …
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Check criminal status in financial cases and travel ban, Dubai Police tells residents
Dubai Police have urged residents to check their “criminal status in financial crimes” as well as travel bans through Dubai Police app or via the Smart Police Stations. In video message tweeted on …
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Dubai’s Global Village smashes second world record in 2 weeks
Bagging its second Guinness title in two weeks, Global Village has set a world record for having the most LED lights ever on a car. Boasting 37,676 LED lights, the vehicle is a fan favourite, having …
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World’s largest painting now complete in Dubai
The work of art is set to be unveiled next month, before being auctioned off for $30m to aid the ‘poorest parts of the world’ …
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