Despite abundant sunshine, 90 per cent of the UAE population suffers from Vitamin D deficiency. Alerting to the dangers of Vitamin D deficiency, US endocrinologist Professor Michael Holick in an earlier interview to Gulf News had cautioned “Vitamin D …
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Dubai splashes billions on mega projects ahead of Expo 2020
Dubai, a city state which has established itself as a regional business hub and tourism destination, has the Gulf’s most diversified economy that is not dependent on oil. The economy of Dubai, where the population of three million people is comprised …
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Dubai Culture Successfully Concludes Eighth Edition of ‘Live our Heritage’ Festival
Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, has successfully concluded the eighth edition of its ‘Live our Heritage Festival’, which was held at Global Village under ‘An Eye on …
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DED: March Sees a Surge in Business Registration and Licensing in Dubai
The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai witnessed business registration and licensing activity maintaining an upward momentum during the month of March 2018, reaffirming the emirate’s position as a preferred place for business startup and …
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UAE-backed forces deployed in Yemen province
UAE-backed Yemeni security units such as the Security Belt … Jawf and Marib’s Serwah region. The state-run Saba news agency said Saudi-led coalition fighter jets carried out 25 air sorties against Al Houthi targets in Qanea and Hauran regions on …
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Church praises UAE’s moderate approach
Abu Dhabi — The Coptic Orthodox Church in Abu Dhabi hailed the UAE’s moderate approach and its work to consolidate principles of tolerance, brotherliness and peaceful coexistence between different religions. The statement was made on Saturday during a …
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United Arab Emirates shares lower at close of trade; DFM General down 0.40%
Investing.com – United Arab Emirates equities were lower at the close on Sunday, as losses in the Consumer Staples, Real Estate & Construction and Insurance sectors propelled shares lower. At the close in Dubai, the DFM General fell 0.40% to hit a new 52 …
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Dh60m Bulgari home is Dubai’s priciest deal for Q1-18
Dubai: A 14,331 square feet Bulgari Resorts and Residences apartment in Dubai sold for Dh60 million was easily the priciest deal in Dubai’s freehold market during Q1-18. Bulgari Resorts Dubai is located on the seahorse-shaped Jumeira Bay Island, a mixed …
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Taxpayer-funded security costs for Trump sons’ trip to Dubai topped $70,000: report
Eric and Donald Trump Jr. Donald (Don) John Trump PETA calling for Trump Jr.’s deportation in billboard campaign Trump’s two eldest sons head to Dubai for business partner’s wedding Trump Jr. attacks YouTube, PETA after shooting MORE traveled to Dubai this …
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A Dh60m Bulgari home is Dubai’s priciest deal for Q1-18
Dubai: A 14,331 square feet Bulgari Resorts and Residences apartment in Dubai sold for Dh60 million was easily the priciest deal in Dubai’s freehold market during Q1-18. Bulgari Resorts Dubai is located on the seahorse-shaped Jumeira Bay Island, a mixed …
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Trump sons’ trip to Dubai costs taxpayers at least $73,000
The trip is for the family business and not related to any government work. Secret Service spokesperson Mason Brayman emailed CBS News in response to a request for comment on the trip: “The Secret Service is conducting a protective operation in the UAE.
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UAE free zone exports exceed $61bn in 2017
There are 37 free zones operating in the UAE that leverage the country’s positioning as a key regional trade and financial hub. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC …
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Wealth managers redraw business strategy for millennials
Dubai: Millennials, who represent the highest proportion of the world’s population, are a demanding lot, and that has prompted wealth managers to redraw their business strategies. Millennials (people born between 1982 and 2000) are generally chased by …
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UAE’s Etihad opens Masdar eco-homes for cabin crew
Etihad Airways has officially opened its Etihad Eco Residence, Abu Dhabi’s first purpose-built, sustainable cabin crew accommodation project. The accommodation is the result of a partnership between the UAE’s national airline and the Abu Dhabi Future …
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Dubai choir to perform in New York with Grammy-winner
This is a huge accolade and a bucket list item for every member of the choir,” Debra Dixon, Dubai Chamber Choir manager, told Gulf News. The host organisation, Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY), first found the Dubai Chamber Choir on …
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Video: Dubai residents show-off cosplay getup
Photo Clint Egbert/Gulf News. — Clint Egbert/Gulf News Many were eager to show-off their cosplay skills, meet celebrities and take part in day-long activities at the Dubai World Trade Center. The Mexican Witch visits the Middle East Film & Comic Con on …
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Facebook fallout draws mixed reactions in UAE
Dubai: Social media users living in the UAE say recent revelations … Residents who spoke with Gulf News had mixed reactions to the recent news that private information of nearly 50 million people was sold to a data firm without consent.
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