The seizure of Aden has exposed divides inside the Sunni Muslim coalition led by Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. Together, they have been battling Iran-allied, Shite rebels known as Houthis …
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New ‘RTA Solo’ bus launches in Dubai
While public transport throughout Dubai gets us most places, there are some destinations buses are simply too big for. However, with this new bus from the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), that …
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Abu Dhabi welcomes one of first flights from new Saudi airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) has welcomed one of the first international flights from the new King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah. The Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia) flight …
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Abu Dhabi Sovereign Wealth Fund Invests in Cryptocurrency Exchange
Mubadala Investment Capital invests in MidChains, a digital currency trading platform set to launch in late 2019 in Abu Dhabi As UAE English language newspaper Gulf News reported on Aug. 11 …
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UAE banks prove resilience again with bumper profits – News |
Similarly, Islamic banking is also showing significant traction in the UAE with demand for Shariah-compliant products growing among both Muslim and non-Muslim customers. “UAE banks are expected to …
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Dubai school aims for ‘zero waste’ of books and uniforms
Books and uniforms are reused or donated at this Dubai school Gulf News previously published a reader’s report “School ends but used books, uniforms aren’t wasted at this school in Dubai …
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UAE banks prove resilience again with bumper profits
UAE banks posted strong profits in the first half of 2019 and this trend is expected to continue in the second, with local and international dynamics dictating the country’s banking sector. But some …
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Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala throws support behind cryptocurrencies
While authorities in the UAE do not regulate cryptocurrencies, ADGM as an offshore jurisdiction launched last year a crypto asset regulatory framework that includes governance and oversight on the …
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UAE-backed separatists pull back after seizing Yemen’s Aden
SANAA, Yemen — Yemeni separatists backed by the United Arab Emirates began withdrawing Sunday from positions they seized from the internationally-recognized government in the southern port city of …
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Yemeni official: UAE won in Aden, Saudi silent over ‘slaughter’
Officials with his government accused the STC of staging a coup, and said they held the council and the UAE “fully responsible”. Saudi’s King Salman met with Hadi and members of his cabinet on Sunday, …
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Expat in the UAE? Ask yourself these financial questions
The appeal of a high standard of living, low taxation, high salaries – and, of course, the sunshine – have long attracted expatriates to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. However, the majority of expats living in …
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Dubai’s DXB sees fewer passengers in H1 amid runway closure
Dubai International (DXB) welcomed 41.3 million passengers in the first half of 2019, down more than 5 percent following a 45-day closure of one of its runways. DXB said it maintained its position as …
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Dubai is global pioneer for autonomous vehicles, says software firm
PTV Group, which is working with the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on the use of self-driving cars and air taxis in the city, said decision makers in Dubai are “bold” and are keen to embrace the …
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Generation start-up: US firm helps Dubai spot fakes using AI
Last month, Dubai said it would be partnering with Entrupy, adding an element of technology to its arsenal to police marketplaces for counterfeit luxury goods. DED will be the first government entity …
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Dubai RTA wins top awards for cloud, network
“RTA is always keen on using cutting-edge technologies to ease e-transactions and assume a leading role in this global drive. IT has become a core ingredient of modern life, development and fine …
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Dubai Police issue advisory for beachgoers during Eid holidays
The Dubai Police has advised residents and tourist not to swim alone in places that have few people around and to get weather update to stay safe. They took to social media to put out the message for …
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Dubai Dancing Fountain ?:@tgfromdubai #Regram via Valkitchendubai – Dubai Picture
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