Abu Dhabi: The Cabinet has approved the establishment of a UAE Sharia Ifta Council as a religious entity to unify, regulate and streamline Islamic fatwas in the country, highlight the tolerance of Islam, and reduce the difference over Sharia issues and …
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Abu Dhabi’s sweet shops get busier by the day
Abu Dhabi: Sweet shops in the capital are seeing more business than usual, thanks to Ramadan. Traditional Middle Eastern sweets have become one of the main food traditions during Ramadan, with well-known treats such as qattayef, kunafa, baklava and …
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One killed, 14 injured in Dubai road accidents
Dubai: One person was killed and 14 others were injured in traffic accidents on Dubai roads during the weekend and the first two days of Ramadan, police said on Monday. Brigadier Saif Muhair Al Mazroui, Director of Traffic Department in Dubai police, said …
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UAE champions fighting hatred, Muslim scholar says
Abu Dhabi: A leading Muslim scholar praised the UAE as a leader in fighting hatred and for criminalising all forms of discrimination on the grounds of religion, caste, creed, doctrine, race, colour or ethnic origin. “The UAE was the first Arab country to …
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Car catches fire in Dubai
Motorists were warned to take extra caution while driving. Although Dubai Police did not yet reveal the cause of the fire, Gulf News previously reported that the majority of car fires occur due to improper maintenance of electrical systems, illegal …
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Emirati mother undergoes kidney transplant
Abu Dhabi: A 73-year-old Emirati woman this month has undergone a successful kidney transplant at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi (CCAD), it was announced on Monday. The kidney was donated by her son. The surgery of Moza Al Mansouri was the first kidney …
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80 Ramadan fridges in Dubai mosques
residents in Dubai will be able to donate food to the needy through 80 Ramadan fridges from the UAE Food Bank, Gulf News has learnt. These fridges will be located in different mosques all over Dubai, a senior Dubai Municipality official told Gulf News.
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Dubai Police Adds First Ever Robot Cop to Their Ranks
Now, the Dubai Police is welcoming the first ever robot officer in their ranks. It’s not quite the stuff of movies just yet, but this “robo-cop” is pretty close. According to a report from BBC News, the robot will be stationed at the malls and tourist …
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UAE minister warns Gulf alliance faces a major crisis
Qatar denied making the critical comments, saying its news agency had been hacked, but Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates allowed their state-backed media to continue running the story, angering Doha. “The Gulf Cooperation Council countries are …
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6 accidents in Abu Dhabi on first day of Ramadan
Abu Dhabi: Twelve people sustained injuries in six accidents in Abu Dhabi on the first day of Ramadan, the Abu Dhabi police announced in a statement on Sunday. In total, around 1,394 traffic violations were recorded in the emirate on the first day of …
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Dubai Font extends imprint across the city
Dubai: Giant letters highlighting the ‘Dubai Font’ initiative have been put up across the city with the objective of encouraging reading, writing and self-expression. This unique initiative serves as a reminder of the core values that characterisee the …
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Barakah nuclear plant gets critical components
Dubai: The firm in charge of the UAE’s first nuclear power plant has taken delivery of vital parts that will power the reactor. On Saturday, the federal-owned Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (Enec) announced that it had received fuel assemblies …
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80-year-old Indian grandma in UAE knits her way into world records
When she heard about the participation of Indian women in the UAE, Sitabai did not think twice. “I used to crochet when I was young. So I wanted to participate in this great initiative,” she told Gulf News. “Age should not restrict you from doing …
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Pay Dubai traffic fines at these metro, petrol stations
Dubai: Looking for a quick and easy way to pay your traffic fines? With this new initiative launched by Dubai Police, you can now pay them at the convenient store. On Sunday, Dubai Police announced that it installed the Wall Street Exchange fine collection …
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World of Emirati proverbs explored
Abu Dhabi: A professor at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) has compiled over 500 Emirati proverbs, detailing their history and meaning, and giving readers a fascinating insight into Emirati culture. Nasser Isleem, a Palestinian American who serves as …
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More skilled Bangladeshis looking towards UAE
“The skill composition of the Bangladeshi expatriate population in the UAE is, therefore, set to transform, especially as we look towards an expected easing of work visa restrictions on Bangladeshis,” he added. The diplomat was speaking to Gulf News …
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Canada rolling out welcome mat to visitors, skilled workers, students
“The UAE is a very important country for Canada and I am here to reinforce that message,” Hussen told Gulf News in an interview. “In that capacity, I am here to encourage more tourism from the UAE, more international students from the UAE and more …
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