A crane has collapsed at a construction site in Abu Dhabi on Monday morning after it was being transported … No casualties were reported, however, one man suffered from minor injuries, reported Gulf News. The incident, which is the second of its kind …
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STEP Conference in Dubai: key for tech, start-ups, SMEs, and everything digital
Why is Dubai Internet City partnering with STEP Conference? How is DIC supporting STEP in its capacity as a corporate business ecosystem? STEP is one of the foremost events for everything futuristic and transformational; bringing together an interesting …
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Dubai Duty Free makes strong start to 2018
“We have estimated it is going to cost us about AED100m ($27.2m) in arrivals sales, but expect to gain in departures which is 90% of our business.” With duty free goods sold to departing passengers from Dubai International and Al Maktoum exempt from …
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Abu Dhabi hotel guest numbers up 15pc in Feb
Hotels in Abu Dhabi recorded a 15.2 per cent increase in the number of … especially when we look at our average-length-of-stay and occupancy metrics.” – TradeArabia News Service
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Watch: How Dubai Police surprised a passenger
This was not the only initiative made by Dubai Police on International Happiness Day, as Gulf News earlier reported that passengers at Dubai International Airport had their passports stamped with a with a smiley face design and the title ‘Welcome to the …
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Easter appeal: Avoid carrying bags to church, St Mary’s Church Dubai parishioners urged
“We appreciate the help of the police here. And we appeal to our parishioners to be discreet,” said St Mary’s Dubai parish priest Fr. Lennie J A Connully told Gulf News. He urged the parishioners to observe the appeal, especially from Thursday until Sunday.
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Dubai World Cup Carnival News
Blue Point – A prolific winning juvenile, the 4-year-old was third in the Commonwealth Cup (G1) over 1200m at Royal Ascot last summer and broke the track record there with a win in October. The son of Shamardal has had only one run at Meydan and …
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UAE, South Korea commit to boost ties in new…
Addressing government and business leaders at the business forum, Moon emphasised the historic and cultural ties that the UAE and South Korea share, and highlighted the important role that South Korean companies have played in the UAE’s development over …
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Dubai Press Club announces Arab Media Forum agenda
Dubai: Dubai Press Club (DPC … At a time when some media outlets have resorted to fake news and fabricated stories to serve their own agendas, it is important to reinforce professional values. This, she said, will help the media regain its reputation …
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Dubai’s oldest running club
Staying fit in Dubai is getting easier and easier, especially with groups like the Desert Road Runners. Eye Opener at 8: Russian diplomats expelled from U.S.
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UAE entrepreneurs focused on saving money for new businesses: Report
LONDON: A report by global investment advisers organization CFA Institute says the number one goal for UAE savers and investors is putting money aside to start a new business. Globally, the primary investment objective for international savers is …
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Parents in the dark about Dubai school reopening dates after summer break
Ras Al Khaimah and Abu Dhabi told Gulf News they have not received a reopening date from the ministry. A large private school group in the UAE had earlier said it has not received a reopening date for its non-Indian schools in Dubai. It is understood the …
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UAE, South Korea commit to boost ties in new sectors
Addressing government and business leaders at the business forum, Moon emphasised the historic and cultural ties that the UAE and South Korea share, and highlighted the important role that South Korean companies have played in the UAE’s development over …
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Dubai World Cup can be the making or breaking of a trainer
DUBAI: Beneath the thin veneer of razzamatazz here at Meydan on Saturday night will be a handful of men and women trying desperately to contain their nerves. The Dubai World Cup is racing’s most international fixture and with $30 million on the line …
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Smart Dubai, Business Sweden Sign Agreement to Amplify Cooperation in Data-Sharing and Smart Services
Smart Dubai has signed an agreement with Swedish trade and investment board, Business Sweden, at the Smart Dubai Office (SDO) headquarters in Dubai Design District (d3). The agreement seeks to encourage cooperation and the exchange of expertise between the …
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Homegrown, Skilled Life-Science Workforce Essential for Dubai’s Growth: Dubai Science Park
Seeking to enhance skill sets within the life-sciences industry and bridge the gap between academia and industry, Dubai Science Park (DSP), the holistic science-focused business community, invited key representatives from leading educational institutions …
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Bahrain, UAE say Qatari jets interfering with their flights
Qatar, which has complained about Emirati military aircraft violating its airspace, denied the UAE’s claims. Officials in Doha declined to comment on Tuesday when reached by The Associated Press. Bahrain’s state-run news agency said late Monday that Qatari …
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