The Guantanamo detainees were promised they were being sent to a Muslim country for rehabilitation that would help integrate them into society, opening the way to jobs, money, and …
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Ripple weighs relocation to Japan, the UK or the United Arab Emirates
Ripple is considering moving to one of five countries with clear cryptocurrency regulations. The CEO, Brad Garlinghouse, says that the blockchain company needs solid regulations to thrive. XRP/USD …
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You can now get a COVID-19 test done at these Dubai malls
Specifically aimed at those who are planning on travel or need a test for non-medical reasons, the pop-ups have been set up by Dubai Health Authority at Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif and …
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Covid-19: 65% staff logged in to e-work despite being ill, says Sharjah poll
While working from home is convenient and has largely kept employees safe from Covid-19, it does come with certain drawbacks – like continuing work despite feeling under the weather, a new survey in …
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Sharjah-sponsored show of pioneering Emirati artist Hassan Sharif opens in Sweden
A pioneer of conceptual art and experimental practice in the Middle East, late Emirati artist Hassan Sharif seen in his studio. (Courtesy: Maaziar Sadr) The major retrospective ‘Hassan Sharif: I Am …
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Abu Dhabi’s IPIC Drops Lawsuit Against Goldman Sachs Over 1MDB Scandal
Abu Dhabi’s International Petroleum Investment Co (IPIC) dropped a lawsuit against Goldman Sachs Group Inc to recover losses suffered from the U.S. investment bank’s dealings with Malaysian state fund …
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Lawmakers take steps to slow down sale of F-35s to UAE
Two Senate Democrats are hoping to slow roll the potential sale of the F-35 joint strike fighter to the United Arab Emirates, introducing on Oct. 20 legislation that would block the delivery of …
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This ‘John Wick’ Rollercoaster in Dubai Looks Even More Intense Than the Movies
Open Contract’ ride it is building in its Motiongate theme park in Dubai, which was inspired by the world of assassins depicted in the wildly popular action movie series starring Keanu Reeves.
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UAE eyes zero oil in GDP
The UAE also came 16th in 190 countries in the World Bank’s Ease of Doing Business 2020 ranking, thanks to digitalisation strategies and promising business regulatory environment provided by the UAE, …
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Dynamic new destination Dubai Future District is a place that mixes business with pleasure
In this edition of Postcards, we explore a new Dubai neighbourhood – the aptly-named Dubai Futures District, combining the International Finance Centre, Dubai World Trade Centre and the Emirates …
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Dubai Economy and Zoho to assist Dubai businesses in digital transformation
The MoU, signed by Omar Bushahab, CEO, the Business Registration and Licensing sector (BRL) of Dubai Economy, and Ali Shabdar, Regional Director of MEA, Zoho Corp, is a step towards making Dubai a …
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Abu Dhabi fund drops lawsuit against Goldman over 1MDB
One of Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth funds has dropped a lawsuit alleging Goldman Sachs bribed its officials as part of a “massive global conspiracy” that led to billions of dollars being embezzled …
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COVID-19: Can I land at Dubai Airport if I have a visa issued from Abu Dhabi?
What are the regulations for arriving at an airport in another emirate? Abu Dhabi entry guidelines: Which tests are accepted and where can you get it done? Dubai: What are the regulations that …
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Israel says UAE visit ‘making history’ – Palestinians call it ‘shameful’
A group of United Arab Emirates officials became the first Gulf Arab delegation ever to visit in Israel on Tuesday, cementing a normalisation deal in an occasion that Israel and U.S. officials …
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Dubai’s du dials up Dh824m in third-quarter 2020 net income
Dubai: A one-off gain from selling its stake in a data centre helped Dubai-based telecom operator du post Dh824 million in net income for the July to end September period. That compares with Dh381 …
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You can move to Dubai without leaving your current job – here’s how
If the excitement of working from home is beginning to wear off and you’re yearning for a change of scenery, then you could swap the UK for Dubai while still working in your current job. Sorry, there …
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COVID-19: No fines issued, no business closed in Dubai on Tuesday for not adhering to health protocols
Dubai: No fines were issued, no business was ordered closed and only six shops were warned for not posting ample social distancing stickers to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), the …
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