Dubai: Dubai has become the first city in the Middle East to be appointed as a ‘Unesco Creative City of Design’, officials announced on Sunday. Dubai is now the 24th such city in the world, within the Unesco Creative Cites Network (UCCN), which has 180 …
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These UAE billionaires donate half of wealth to charity
He is the son-in-law of UAE-based retail tycoon M.A. Yusuff Ali, owner of LuLu hypermarkets. In his letter to Gates, Vayalil highlighted his desire to do good things “for the greater good.” Vayalil started his healthcare business only about a decade …
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Indian expat wins Dh10 million in Abu Dhabi draw
Big Ticket Abu Dhabi announced on Sunday that the latest winner of the mega draw is Dickson Kattithara Abraham from India. His lucky ticket number is 012027. The winner is based in Nigeria and he bought the ticket from the store while travelling through …
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Dubai taxi driver honoured for rescuing woman
Dubai: A taxi driver was honoured for assisting a woman whose car broke down last week in Dubai Internet City. Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), gave a certificate of …
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2 children drown in Dubai swimming pool
Dubai police told Gulf News. The one-and-half-year-old girl Suad and her two-and-half-year-old cousin Shehab, had some food during Iftar time and then disappeared. Brigadier Ahmad Thani Bin Gulaitha, head of Police Stations Council in Dubai Police …
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Dubai improvement works to cut congestion on Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai’s Roads and Transport authority will open the second phase of road improvement works designed to reduce traffic congestion in and around the Business Bay area later this week. Phase two of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project includes upgrade …
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Inside a Filipino Muslim home in UAE
He added: “We have to prepare ourselves financially.” In a comment to Gulf News #Pinoy, another Maranao expressed his gratitude to the UAE: “This Ramadan, we thank the people of the United Arab Emirates for their generosity, kindness and hospitality …
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Draft law on assisted reproduction approved in the UAE
Gulf News File. Moreover, the proposed legislation will lead to … For its long-term impact, the proposed legislation will help strengthen UAE’s healthcare system, which will have a positive impact on public health and thus further improve development …
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Dubai cheaper for millennials goods than London or New York
Dubai: Dubai is among the cheaper cities compared to London … in terms of their consumption of delivery mechanisms are concerned. Millennials transact business with their principal bank 52 times a year via internet banking, compared to 42 times a year …
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Dubai wins bid to host 12th World Chambers Congress in 2021
Hamad Buamim, President and CEO of Dubai Chamber, expressed his deepest gratitude to Shaikh Mohammad for his continued support to the Chamber and the business community in Dubai. He said that the government’s forward-looking vision and strategy focused on …
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UAE cohort of Young Global Leaders to tackle pressing issues
Dubai: Three UAE residents chosen as Young Global Leaders (YGLs … and Tamer Makary (American), founder of Ethica Partners. Speaking to Gulf News following her selection, Moopen cautioned there are new threats on the horizon that must be dealt with …
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Ramadan in Abu Dhabi: For some, sports is the mantra
Abu Dhabi: After a day of fasting, residents in Abu Dhabi like to enjoy their Ramadan evenings visiting cafes, outdoor parks and shopping malls with friends and family. “Ramadan is about spending time with friends and family,” said Hadif Al Mansouri …
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UAE, Canada discuss increasing direct flights between two countries
He noted that increasing the number of direct flights will shorten geographical distances and achieve better communication between the business community and investors, and increase the volume of trade and tourism. The UAE minister also highlighted that …
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Fake copies of branded jewellery seized in Abu Dhabi, Ajman
Abu Dhabi Police and Ajman Police raided retail outlets in the … Ignacio Giacchi from the Bayt Al Hekhma Consulting that represents both brands told Gulf News. “After raiding all the target outlets in the capital, the Abu Dhabi Police, who were very …
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Abu Dhabi Ports Launches Blockchain Technology For Trade Community
Maqta Gateway, an Abu Dhabi Ports subsidiary, is the first Abu Dhabi entity to develop and launch its own blockchain technology, named Silsal. It will combine blockchain technology and unique digital user identities to provide a seamless and secure link …
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UAE and Canada explore increasing direct flights at ministerial meeting
The UAE and Canada are exploring the possibility of increasing the number of direct flights between the two countries in a bid to further strengthen the existing business ties between them. Economy Minister Sultan Al Mansouri has met with the Canadian …
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Business Bay parallel road opens on June 8
Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai, announced the opening of Phase II of the Parallel Roads Improvement Project at the Business Bay on Friday, June 8.
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