Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Friday upon an official invitation from Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed al-Nahyan. Both …
Three jailed for robbing pharmacy in Dubai
The incident dates back to last March, when a pharmacist (the victim) filed a report stating that he had been assaulted and robbed at knifepoint by an Asian gang.
Sharjah retail sector marches ahead despite global COVID-19 challenges
Sharjah is a leading destination for local and global retailers despite the worst global COVID-19 challenges. The 2nd edition of the Big Shopper Sale, which recently concluded at the Expo Centre …
UAE could be torturing detained activists, UN says
A group of activists detained in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are enduring conditions that may amount to torture, a UN expert says.UN Special Rapporteur Mary Lawlor says the five detainees are being …
Brazil, UAE, Albania, Ghana and Gabon Win UN Council Seats
The United Nations has elected five countries to join the powerful U.N. Security Council with no suspense because all were unopposed — Brazil, United Arab Emirates, Albania, Ghana and Gabon.
Kurdistan Region President arrives in UAE, to meet Abu Dhabi Crown Prince
President Nechirvan Barzani is expected to meet Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Saturday.
South Africa finalizes treaty to extradite fugitives in UAE
South Africa said Friday it has finalized an extradition treaty with United Arab Emirates that would allow it to bring back members of an Indian family accused of involvement in high-level state …
Germany buys Dubai data to track possible tax evasion
Germany has bought a trove of data that could help treasury officials track down possible tax evasion by wealthy German citizens, Finance Minister Olaf Scholz said on Friday.
Sputnik V vaccines: Abrogate contract with Dubai Sheikh – Minority to govt
The minority in Parliament is demanding immediate abrogation of the contract with UAE-based Sheikh Ahmed Dalmook Al Maktoum for the supply of Sputnik V vaccines from Russia at $19 per dose.
Dubai aims to become Start-Up capital of the world
With unrivalled access to the globe, Dubai is seeking to make itself the start-up capital of the world. We meet the entrepreneurs, incubators and analysts to find out why the start-up ecosystem in the …
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Abu Dhabi offers free vaccine to everyone with an expired residency or entry visa
To receive the free COVID-19 vaccine, any type of formal identification, even if expired, can be used to register at the designated vaccination centres.
UAE: Dubai-based businessman announces Dh7.5m Covid-19 fund for Kerala
Billionaire Ravi Pillai, who is the chairman and managing director of Dubai based RP Group, a global conglomerate consisting of construction, hospitality, health care and wellness, education, shopping …
‘Tongue-tied’ Emirati baby undergoes successful surgery in Dubai hospital
Dubai: An Emirati infant born ‘tongue tied’ was provided relief through timely surgical intervention carried out at a Dubai hospital. The surgery restored complete tongue functions, including proper …
Dubai Police officer fixes car tyre of resident before Friday prayers
Dubai Police have once again proved that they will do everything to assist residents and citizens overcome trouble. And it was pretty much evident on Friday morning. A Dubai Police employee helped a …
Top 5 Places to Visit in Dubai
Dubai is a city where it is impossible to get bored while spending time on the beach. Below are the top must-see places. An ingenious show – a cross between a circus, theatrical action, a water show …
COVID-19: Abu Dhabi to provide free vaccination to all those with expired residency and entry visas
Move comes as part of UAE’s efforts to secure the health and safety entire community Abu Dhabi: The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Management Committee has approved providing free vaccines …
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Indian man in Sharjah fakes marriage certificate to secure child’s custody
Indian expat joined hands with a man at a court in India to produce a false certificate Sharjah: A Indian woman has regained the custody of her six-year-old son after it was proved that her former …