The implementation of Brexit and the following consequences on trade, travel and security were the main highlights of the meeting that took place between Dubai Customs and its British counterpart.
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The United Arab Emirates has released its first Mars photo, taken by the Hope Probe. It comes as NASA’s rover approaches its descent on the red planet.
The UAE Space Agency on Sunday published its first photograph of Mars during a mission that became the first from an Arab country to reach the red planet …
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Citymax Hotels opens first four-star property
Located in the heart of Downtown Dubai, Citymax Hotel Business Bay is a short 10-minute drive from The Dubai Mall …
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Dubai’s Emaar Malls’ profit falls by two-thirds during COVID-19 pandemic
Dubai’s Emaar Malls’ net profit for 2020 was less than one third of what it was in 2019, according to preliminary results posted to the Dubai Financial …
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Abu Dhabi’s Aldar 2020 net profit beats forecasts as ramps up projects
Abu Dhabi’s largest real estate developer, Aldar Properties, reported on Sunday 2020 net profit of 1.932 billion dirhams ($526 million), marginally higher than the prior year and beating analysts’ …
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Dhs400 fine for covering licence plate in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Police called on drivers not to hide their licence plate data in any way, such as by carrying bicycles, or other items with which it is impossible to monitor plate numbers or distinguish the …
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Abu Dhabi launches ‘Creative Visa’ initiative for residency and employment
Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) announced the “Creative Visa” initiative, which aims to support individuals contributing to the cultural and creative industries in Abu Dhabi.
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UAE to trial new face ID in private sector: Sheikh Mohammed
The UAE is all set to trial a ‘face ID’ technology in the private sector, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced …
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UAE Mars mission: First image of Red planet received
The picture captured Olympus Mons, “the largest volcano in the solar system,” the UAE’s national space agency said in a statement.
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UAE approves face print technology in private sector
We have also approved the formation of a team to automate government work through remote communication applications” …
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COVID-19: UAE vaccinations pass 5 million mark
The United Arab Emirates has administered more than five million doses of COVID-19 vaccines. At the time of writing, the distribution rate is 50.61 doses per 100 people. Carried by state news agency …
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UAE Covid: Ras Al Khaimah schools go 100% online
Schools in Ras Al Khaimah will switch to 100 per cent online learning “until further notice”. This makes it the fourth emirate to switch to 100 per cent e-learning as a precautionary measure against …
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UAE space mission returns first image of Mars
The United Arab Emirates’ Hope mission has returned its first picture of Mars.The spacecraft entered into an orbit around the Red Planet on Tuesday, making the UAE the first Arab nation in history to …
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UAE Federal Tax Authority’s inspections ensure tax compliance
Dubai: Federal Tax Authority (FTA) ramped up inspections across the UAE in 2020 to ensure tax compliance. The Authority said these campaigns were carried out within the framework of the Authority’s …
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Dubai property firm Emaar’s 2020 profit plunges, DAMAC posts wider loss
Dubai’s biggest property firm Emaar Properties reported a nearly 58% drop in net profit, while rival DAMAC Properties posted a 1.04 billion dirham ($283 million) net loss for 2020, as the COVID-19 …
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13 places to celebrate National Pancake Month in Dubai this February
This February, get ready to chow down on stacks of the best pancakes around… Pancakes. A delicious dish that’s perfect for the weekends whether you’re at home or enjoying a staycation. The month of …
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Sharjah: British woman of Indian origin reportedly jumps to death from the 27th floor
As per Sharjah police the Indian origin woman ended her life due to financial issues. Reportedly she jumped off from a balcony on 27th-floor apartment in Al Taawun area of Sharjah. The incident took …
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