A total of 426,912 guests stayed at Abu Dhabi’s 166 hotels and hotel apartments in August … reported Wam, the Emirates official news agency. Occupancy stood at 68 per cent during the period, the report said. Saif Saeed Ghobash, director-general …
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Abu Dhabi hosts ‘Qatari’s policies dangers on region’ conference
Wednesday while participating in the ‘Qatari’s policies dangers on the region’ conference held in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The conference was presented by Egyptian writer Adel Hamouda, Al Jazeera English former office manger Mohamed Fahmy, Yousef Albinkhalil …
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Pakistan vs Sri Lanka trophy unveiled in Abu Dhabi
ABU DHABI: The trophy unveiling of Pakistan’s three-match Test … Replying to a question asked by Geo News, Sarfraz Ahmed said that all players are perfectly fit and ready to play against Sri Lanka. When asked about playing without Misbah and Younis …
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Former World’s Heaviest Woman Eman Ahmed Dies In Abu Dhabi
Burjeel Hospital official said in Abu Dhabi and confirmed the news adding numerous co-morbid conditions which included the heart diseases and Disney dysfunction which resulted to her sudden death. After she is moved to Abu Dhabi on May 4 th a team of 20 …
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Here are 8 of the best business lunch deals in Dubai
Breakfast is often described as the most important meal, but there’s no denying the power of a decent lunch to help get you through the working day. Fortunately, many restaurants in Dubai make the job easier by offering a business lunch menu.
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Up to 90% discount at this mega warehouse sale in Dubai
Dubai: A retail conglomerate which carries several international brands is opening its Dubai warehouse to bargain hunters for the first time, in an apparent bid to clear out excess inventory. Landmark Group announced on Thursday that its first ever “Big …
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UAE sets up council to link education to private sector needs
The UAE government has set four main pillars to achieve this strategy – quality, efficiency, innovation and harmonisation. Subscribe to Arabian Business’ newsletter to receive the latest breaking news and business stories in Dubai,the UAE and the GCC …
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More and More Expats Move to the UAE for the Long Haul: HSBC Report
The UAE came 10th overall, ranking fifth for economics … exceptional educational opportunities with best of universities and institutions, conducive business environment and fertile job market. All of these are backed by the great vision of the leaders …
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UAE university publishes blueprint for new neighbourhoods
UAE academics have urged real estate developers to pay more attention to sustainable urban design, warning that too often in schemes, public facilities are located inconveniently far away from homes. A paper produced by a United Arab Emirates University …
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Cigar traders fear new tax rules could price them out of business
One UAE Cuban cigar distributor … “There is a real concern we will lose a lot of business, and there is uncertainty about what will happen in future as occasional smokers may be priced out of the market altogether.”
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Why UAE is among the top 10 best places for expats
Associate Business Editor of Khaleej Times, is a well-connected Indian journalist and an economic and financial commentator. He has been in the UAE’s mainstream journalism for 35 years, including 23 years with Khaleej Times. A post-graduate in English and …
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Pardoned prisoners thank Sharjah Ruler
Prisoners speak The pardoned prisoners expressed their happiness and gratitude after receiving the news. “We thank His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for this kind gesture.” Mohammad Mustafa Shaukat, 68, a taxi driver, has spent 15 years in jail because …
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Narrators from around the world entertain people in Sharjah
Sharjah: The 17th Sharjah International Narrators Forum (SINF) concluded on Wednesday after three days of inspiring visitors in the art of storytelling. Held under the theme ‘Saga and Epics’, the forum featured a line-up of 117 narrators and …
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Sharjah to help train job-seekers from Kerala
THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Sharjah ruler and UAE supreme council member Sheikh Sultan … strategy was similar in India and in Gulf countries — divide and rule.” Get latest news & live updates on the go on your pc with News App. Download The Times of India …
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Study to boost readiness for UAE wet weather
Dubai: The Ministry of Infrastructure Development has conducted a study to prepare for the rainy season, with the aim of discovering the causes of water deviations and flooding. It also seeks to facilitate the installation of 16 drainage pipes to the …
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‘I tried to hide my leaking boobs during filming’: Australian news anchor lifts the lid on what it’s REALLY like to be a mother-of-two and TV star in Dubai
The TV anchor has been living in Dubai with her husband and their two children – son Ben, aged three, and one-year-old daughter Amelia – for nearly 10 years. Speaking candidly to Whimn, the mother-of-two, originally from Sydney, opened up about her …
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UAE University students trying to make paper from sand
Abu Dhabi: A team of United Arab Emirates University (UAEU) students are working on an environment-friendly project to make paper from sand. The process is designed to tackle water shortages and reduce the country’s carbon footprint, said a UAEU press …
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