The UAE’s top four lenders First Abu Dhabi Bank(FAB), Emirates NBD as well as Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) and Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB) posted a 21 per cent increase combined net profit of AED 8 b…
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Tadweer reveals Eid clean-up plan for Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Waste Management Centre (Tadweer) has developed an action plan to ensure that Abu Dhabi remains clean and retains its aesthetic appeal during the Eid Al Adha festivities. Cove…
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UAE expatriates rise to the occasion, donate tonnes to Kerala flood victims
It has already flown 20 tonnes of assorted items and are planning to airlift an additional 20 tonnes by August 20, Anwar Naha, KMCC president, Dubai told Gulf News: “We are told that over 500,000 peop…
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Abu Dhabi developer mulls allowing cryptocurrency in payment plans
Abu Dhabi-based Imkan Properties is considering offering its customers the chance to pay for real estate using cryptocurrencies. Speaking to Arabian Business, CEO Walid El-Hindi said cryptocurrencies …
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Filipinos: UAE’s most romantic people?
Dubai: “I think I want that one,” A Filipina points at a … “Actually my friend is the groom-to-be,” Maria Regina Amiscua, HR administrative assistant, tells Gulf News #Pinoy. The florist suggests th…
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Dubai reveals plan to manage traffic flow during Eid
Dubai officials have revealed a new plan to regulate traffic … and the internal roads of the Business Bay providing access to Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road. Traffic signals on the Financial Ce…
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When does a bank file a travel ban for loan defaults?
… whether this will affect me or if I will have a defaulter case or any issues if I try to come to the UAE. I have spoken to the bank and they say they have not issued a travel ban but I am concerne…
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K-Pop Corner: Korean star Sung Hoon headed to Abu Dhabi
The heartthrob will be at the Abu Dhabi Theatre from 4.30pm for a two-hour interactive … CEO of The Maryam Studio Events told Gulf News tabloid!. During his second visit to the capital, Hoon plans t…
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Livestock prices high in Dubai ahead of Eid Al Adha
Dubai: Prices of sacrificial animals were high at Dubai’s main cattle market on Friday, just days ahead of Eid Al Adha, which starts on Tuesday in the UAE. Prices of goats, which most people prefer as …
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Sharjah’s Drive To Expand Tourism Offerings Highlighted In Latest Global Platform Interview
Online broadcast reveals details of emirate’s plans to add to cultural calendar Sharjah’s plans to boost visitor numbers by adding new activities to the calendar of cultural events and developing nich…
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Dubai Police solve mystery behind worker’s death
Dubai: The mystery surrounding the death of a man whose decomposed body was found in a deserted area in Jebel Ali has been solved by Dubai Police, an official said. Brigadier Adil Mohammad Al Suwaidi, …
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Nasa solar probe crucial in UAE’s space missions
The data that will be retrieved from Nasa’s latest solar probe can help UAE achieve its future missions involving space travel, a top UAE astronomer has said. The US space agency Nasa, over the weeken…
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UAE looks into alternative food options
Dubai: As the UAE continues its efforts to ensure food security for its future generations, looking into various alternative food options as well as sustainable agricultural practices, a UAE delegatio…
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Abu Dhabi Summer Season extended to September 1
Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Summer Season (ADSS) has been extended to September 1 due to popular demand, it was announced on Friday. The ADSS will now cover the Eid Al Adha holidays, offering prizes, foo…
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UAE to provide aid to flood-hit Kerala
To be chaired by the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), the national emergency committee will include representatives from the UAE’s humanitarian organisations, according to Gulf News. Sheikh Khalifa, UAEs …
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UAE extends helping hand to Kerala flood victims
Sheikh Al Maktoum, who is also the vice president of UAE, said that the UAE and the Indian community will unite to offer relief to those affected. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) prime minister and Dub…
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UAE Govt Extends Helping Hand to Kerala as ‘Thank You’ for Being Part of ‘Success Story’
Dubai: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) prime minister and Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has come out in support for deluge-hit Kerala and ordered the formation of an emergency commi…
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