The latest artificial intelligence program the United Arab Emirates has launched is pitched as a way to stem the spread of COVID but is raising privacy concerns.
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UAE Ramadan: Sharjah bans Iftar tents, distribution; Covid rules issued
The Sharjah Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Team (ECDMT) has issued several Covid safety rules for residents to follow during the holy month of Ramadan. ALSO READ: Ramad …
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Invest in Sharjah explores stronger economic ties with Singapore
Sharjah’s economic resilience continues to display positive business outlooks to investors worldwide, especially during the height of the pandemic last year which witnessed the addition of 24 new proj …
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No tuition hike for Abu Dhabi’s private schools next academic year
Private schools in Abu Dhabi will not be allowed to increase fees for the 2021-2022 academic year, the emirate’s Department of Education and Knowledge (Adek) told Khaleej Times on Tuesday. The …
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UAE: 7 Covid field hospitals with 2,000 beds to open this month
The UAE is set to open its seven Covid field hospitals this month, the Ministry of Health and Prevention (Mohap) announced on Tuesday.ALSO READ:>> UAE Covid: Not wearing masks tops safety violations …
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‘Drop in UAE Covid infections reflect increased herd immunity’
The UAE has been witnessing a drop in the number of coronavirus infections in the past two weeks.Also read: 7 field hospitals in UAE to treat Covid casesCalling it a positive sign and a step towards …
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UAE banks to see less volatility in 2021
Events such as Expo and a gradual economic improvement are expected to be the key catalysts for the sector in the near term.
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CVC Capital Plans Dubai Office, Mideast Hires in Hunt for Deals
CVC Capital Partners is expanding its team of advisers in the Middle East and looking to establish a presence in the region’s commercial hub, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Dubai Extends Freeze on Public Service Fees to Support Economy
Dubai extended the freeze on public service fees until early 2023 as part of efforts to support the Middle East business hub’s economy amid the pandemic.
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‘Fiery’ Gauff sees off 12th seed Vondrousova in Dubai
American teen sensation Coco Gauff fought “fire with fire” to come through a tension-fuelled second round against Marketa Vondrousova in Dubai on Tuesday, to join seeds Karolina Pliskova and Aryna …
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Kuznetsova upsets Svitolina; Swiatek advances in Dubai
Svetlana Kuznetsova bounced No.1 seed Elina Svitolina to claim her 21st career match-win at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships. Iga Swiatek also reached the round of 16 on Tuesday.
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Sharjah Police seize 460 e-scooters, bicycles
A total of 462 e-scooters, motorcycles and bicycles were seized by the Sharjah Police in the first week of March for violating safety norms. Sharjah Police Traffic and Patrols Department had launched …
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Covid UAE: 8 Dubai firms fined for violating safety rules
Dubai Economy has fined eight companies for not adhering to Covid-19 safety and precautionary measures.This was announced in a daily field inspection report released on the authority’s social media …
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UAE minister: US sanctions on Syria challenge rapprochement
Sweeping U.S. sanctions against the government of Syrian President Bashar Assad undermine regional rapprochement efforts that could help settle the …
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How global high flyers get vaccinated in the UAE
A string of tycoons, politicians and royalty have descended in recent months on the United Arab Emirates, where friends in high places have helped them secure early access to coronavirus vaccines.
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Dubai housing sector posts 7-year high monthly deals
Transactions in February were15.6 per cent more than the previous month in terms of volume and 10.2 per cent more in terms of value …
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Dubai Taxis to reach you in 3 minutes; else win Dh3,000 credit
Is street hailing of taxis in Dubai faster than the app?To challenge the notion, Hala (Dubai Taxi) has launched a campaign that offers riders the chance to win Dh3,000 if a Hala captain takes longer …
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