If you’re thinking about making a big move to another neighbourhood in Dubai, now could be the best time if you want to save some dirhams. Local property website Property Finder has revealed that rent…
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Crown Prince of Dubai approves plan for universities to create business leaders of the future
Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has approved an initiative to encourage entrepreneurship Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, has approved plans for creative and economic free zones at univer…
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Universities in Dubai to create entrepreneurs
A new strategy approved in Dubai on Saturday will see economic and creative free zones come up at universities that will allow students to carry out business and creative activities. These activities …
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Team SA is in Abu Dhabi hoping to dominate at the Special Olympic Games
Cape Town – South Africa’s team of 70 athletes has touched down in Abu Dhabi for the Special Olympic Games, where their fighting spirit will be tested to the maximum against 7 500 competitors from aro…
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news focus – Emirati women and diplomatic action
Jakarta (ANTARA News) – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) joined the celebration of International Women`s Day, marked annually on March 8 in recognition of the role of women and their active contribution …
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Man who witnessed rape by UAE-linked rebels in Yemen found killed
Yemeni prisoners say UAE officers sexually torture them: AP (1:58) “His killers took him right in front of my eyes, outside the front door. They didn’t even respect my presence,” said the woman, ident…
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Do fewer classes mean more learning; Dubai school tries out 3.5 day week
Image Credit: Atiq-ur-Rehman/Gulf News Archives Dubai: Last month, a private school in Dubai, The Indian High School (IHS), made front-page news for reducing the normal five-day school week to 3.5 …
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UAE Government Claims Commitment to Tolerance after Historic Pope Visit
In addition, the UAE announced the first stage of an initiative to provide medical caravans and food baskets to refugees in Nigeria. Other tolerance-centred activities include the launch of the “News …
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The Travel Lady shares details on a Dubai getaway
Sat, Mar 9: The Travel Lady Lesley Keyter joins Global News Calgary to share details on a 16-day cruise from Rome to Dubai.
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Dubai launches White Nights at DIFC’s Gate Village
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Dubai’s Route 2020 metro extension ‘70% complete’
Dubai’s transport authority on Saturday announced that its Route 2020 project, which is the extension of the Red Line of Dubai Metro to the Expo 2020 site, has reached 70 percent completion. Dubai Roa…
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Sharjah appoints operator for three luxury retreats
Al Faya Lodge in Mleiha is one of three retreats to be operated by Shaza. Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has appointed Shaza Hotels to manage three high-end retreats in the emi…
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Abu Dhabi city guide: Where to eat, drink, shop and stay in the UAE capital
Don’t come to Abu Dhabi expecting Dubai. The two desert cities are only 90 minutes’ drive apart (although plans are afoot to link them by train), but couldn’t be more different in vibe. There’s a slow …
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Mario Mola edges out Alex Yee in World Triathlon Abu Dhabi thriller
A solid start – and that position potentially significantly enhanced by the news that cycling powerhouse Kristian Blummenfelt (NOR) was 4 seconds behind him. Could that offer the ultimate ‘BluTrain’ b…
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How Dubai plans to bolster SMEs, strengthen economy
Last week, Dubai’s government announced plans to expedite payments … according to the UAE’s state-run WAM news agency. Additionally, the plan calls for a reduction of insurance costs for SMEs from t…
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15 years on: the impact of Dubai International Financial Centre
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has cemented its position as the top financial hub in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region (MEASA) with a record-breaking 12 months. As it enters …
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Residents go green in Muhaisnah, Dubai
Image Credit: Clint Egnert/Gulf News Dubai: Coming from Kerala, Janis Parveez was always used to cultivating her own fruit and vegetables at home, but when she moved to Dubai there was little …
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