Louvre Abu Dhabi is on track for November 11 … issues in the Middle East and North Africa as well as in other parts of the world. Travel related news, analysis, and new appointments together with information on up-coming exhibitions, marketing and …
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TDIC Abu Dhabi offers 11,000 sqm F&B leasing space
Situated in Saadiyat Cultural District and walking distance from the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Mamsha Al Saadiyat will offer its … all within walking distance from one another,” he added.-TradeArabia News Service
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Egypt national Eman Ahmed, world’s ‘heaviest’ woman, dies in Abu Dhabi
Officials from the Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi confirmed the news, adding that numerous co-morbid conditions including heart diseases and kidney dysfunction resulted in her death. “She had been under the supervision of a medical team of over 20 doctors …
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Azhar Ali’s fight keeps Pakistan in hunt in Abu Dhabi Test
Abu Dhabi [UAE], Sept. 30 (ANI): Azhar Ali’s fighting half century … sported the best figures for Pakistan. (ANI) Get daily news updates in your Inbox.
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Dubai road deaths decline 36% this year
Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazroui, director of Traffic Department at Dubai Police, told Gulf News that in the recent years, the extensive awareness campaigns had been conducted in Dubai and these had helped raise awareness among drivers. “It is good to …
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Waiting in the wings: Dubai’s autonomous flying taxis
A prototype flies in front of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower, in a test flight in Dubai [Kamran Jebreili/AP] With a whirling buzz from 18 rotors, the pilot-less helicopter gently lifted off the ground and soared up into the afternoon sky …
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Pardoned Indians released from Sharjah jail
He worked as a taxi driver since 1970 in Sharjah, till he got arrested over a financial crime. Shawkat’s jail term ended years ago, but he languished in prison as he was unable to settle the amount, according to the court order. He was always worried about …
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Citizen opens refurbished boutique at Sharjah City Centre
Citizen has announced that their exclusive boutique in Sharjah City Centre is now open with a refreshed new look, following a period of renovation. The renovation is in line with the Japanese brand’s strategic expansion plans for the Middle East region.
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Sharjah Wins Well On Irish Debut
French import Sharjah came home a comfortable winner of the opener at Gowran, the Paulstown Maiden Hurdle. Successful on the level in his native France, the son of Doctor Dino was making his debut for Willie Mullins here, while also having his first start …
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Sharjah-bound Keralites may get driving licence in Kerala soon
Driving licences valid in Sharjah to be issued in Kerala for those going to the UAE, and an Arabic study centre in Kerala are among the recommendations accepted in principle by His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme …
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Indian Foreign Minister thanks Sharjah Ruler for pardoning 149 Indian prisoners
Indian External Affairs Minister, Sushma Swaraj, on Tuesday thanked H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, for pardoning 149 Indian prisoners. “We thank His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for this kind …
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Abu Dhabi Police traces stolen watch in Asian country
Abu Dhabi: A Canadian resident in the capital had a surprise waiting for her at Abu Dhabi International Airport when she returned after travelling to Canada. Her expensive wrist watch had been stolen at the airport while she was leaving but Abu Dhabi …
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Tourists visiting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, RAK increase 9.9 percent
The number of tourists of various nationalities visiting Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Ras al-Khaimah increased by 9.9 percent during the first half of the current year compared to the same period in 2016. During the first six months of the current year …
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Sensational Carella of Team Abu Dhabi snatches 14th career pole for Grand Prix of Liuzhou
Team Abu Dhabi’s Alex Carella stormed to pole position for Sunday’s Grand Prix of Liuzhou, round four of the 2017 UIM F1 H2O World Championship, with a flying lap of 44.42 seconds in a nail-biting Q3 qualifying session. The Italian was over half a …
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka: Dinesh Chandimal’s ton was a captain’s knock in scorching conditions at Abu Dhabi
However, on Friday, he raised his bar as a batsman with a patient and fighting knock of 155* against Pakistan on the second day of the first Test in Abu Dhabi. He is not like a Virat Kohli or Steve Smith, who score runs on a consistent basis whenever they …
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Two assistants of the SL cricket team dropped from Abu Dhabi tour!
Two of the assistants who had always travelled with the Sri Lankan cricket team has been dropped from the Abu Dhabi tournament against Pakistan. According to Sri Lanka Cricket internal sources, two new assistants have been included in the tour in place of …
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Dubai dreams of flying taxis darting among its skyscrapers
The recent unmanned flight by the German-made electric Volocopter represents the latest step in Dubai’s pursuit of flying taxis, which would not seem out of place among the Gulf city’s already futuristic skyline — imagine “Blade Runner,” with less rain.
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