Russia’s state-run Tass news agency says the two discussed “the growing tensions around Qatar.” Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Egypt cut diplomatic ties with Qatar last week, accusing it backing terrorism and promoting policies that …
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Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Resort Announced for 2019
Hilton yesterday announced that Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Resort will be part of the AED12 billion development plan announced by Miral for the southern end of Yas Island, in efforts to further position the island among the world’s most sought-after …
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The number of beggars increased during the month of Ramadan.
Abu Dhabi police has arrested 207 beggars during the first half of the holy month of Ramadan. The move coincides with their campaign to enhance peace and security during the holy month. Major General Omair Mohammed Al Muhairi, Director of Criminal Security …
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Hilton announces new Abu Dhabi property on Yas Island
Hilton and Miral announce their newest project, a 641-room room resort located on Yas Island. The new property, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island Resort, will be located on a 3 km stretch of Yas Bay. This 641 room Hilton resort is to become part of the …
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Cash Prizes Totaling $800K at Season 3 of Abu Dhabi Grand Slam Jiu Jitsu World Tour
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 12th June, 2017: The UAE Jiu-jitsu Federation ® (UAEJJF), the official authority for the sport of jiu-jitsu in the United Arab Emirates, will offer cash prizes of over $125,000 in each of the four host cities [and over $200,000 at the …
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Dubai Properties launches sale of Casa Viva townhouses
Dubai Properties, a leading Dubai-based real estate master developer and asset manager, has launched the sales of its Casa Viva townhouses, marking the third phase of its master-planned, family-friendly Serena community at Dubailand. Inspired by Spanish …
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UAE exempts Qataris married to Emiratis from expulsion order: paper
On Sunday authorities in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Bahrain said they were setting up hotlines to help families with Qatari members, without elaborating. Saudi state news agency SPA reported late on Sunday that King Salman has ordered authorities to “take …
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‘An unwise idea’: Prof critical of plan to haul icebergs to Dubai
She also points out that the icebergs are likely to melt and break apart while they’re being dragged through the Indian Ocean to Dubai. “This is a stopgap measure with dubious success,” she said. The U.A.E.’s National Advisor Bureau, which is behind the …
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UAE property market is changing: here’s what you need to know
New research from Allsopp & Allsopp, Dubai-based residential real-estate firm, has revealed landlords are now much more confident accepting four or more rent cheques a year rather than one. As of May 2017, some 33 per cent of tenants who found their ideal …
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Filipino artists make their mark in the UAE
… based performer first gave UAE fans a taste of her comeback in the singing showdown Expat Duets. “I still want to be recognised as an international singer, if there is a chance,” a smiling Marcelo told Gulf News in January. “If not, I’m …
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UAE President issues directives to address humanitarian cases
according to UAE News Agency (WAM). These measures were in line with the statement issued by the UAE that severed ties with the State of Qatar for the pretexts mentioned in the resolution and its procedures. The official statement also underscored the UAE …
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UAE Pavilion officially opens at Expo 2017 Astana
H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Emirates Group, and Chairman of the Higher Committee of Expo 2020 Dubai, today inaugurated the UAE pavilion at Expo 2017 Astana. H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al …
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Police release CCTV footage of Abu Dhabi killer
Dubai: Social media users have been circulating CCTV footage of the suspect moments before he killed 11-year old Azan Majid Janjua. Abu Dhabi Police released the video footage on June 10, 2017, almost two weeks after the incident happened. In the 20-second …
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World’s largest banknote on show in Dubai
Dubai: The world’s biggest banknote — which is larger than an A4 sheet of paper — is on show in Dubai. The note, which measures 35.6cm by 21.6cm, was printed by the Philippine Central Bank in 1998, to mark the 100 years of independence. Only 1,000 of …
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Why can’t I give my kid a fairytale? Mom reveals she spent $25,000 on her son’s Dubai-themed prom send-off that featured supercars, a camel and three dates, after he helped her …
The mother who splurged $25,000 on exotic cars, three tons of sand and even a camel for her teenage son’s extravagant Dubai-themed prom send off, has spoken out about the touching reason she threw him such a lavish party and why she’s pushing back against …
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This mother spent over AED90,000 on a Dubai-themed pre-prom bash
Saudia Shuler has spent over AED90,000 (US$US25,000) to give her son Johnny Eden Jr. the ultimate Dubai-themed pre-prom bash. The extravagant bash that took place last week included a camel, three tons of sand, three sports cars as well as three custom …
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Dubai roads change colour to red to indicate speed limits
The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has started colouring the asphalt red on parts of streets that are subject to changes in speed limits. Roads such as Oud Metha Street near Bu Kadrah Interchange along the extension of Dubai-Al Ain Street …
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