Here’s a round-up of all the latest Covid-19 developments you need to know:UAE reports 246 new Covid-19 cases, 232 recoveries, no deathsThe UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention on Wednesday reported …
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Coronavirus: Abu Dhabi landmarks light up to urge people to help beat Covid-19
We Commit to Win’ campaign implores the public to have a social responsibility and adhere to precautionary measures.
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Beirut blast: Sharjah raises Dh30.74 million for victims
The Sharjah Islamic Bank also donated Dh6 million; while Bank of Sharjah, Humaid Jaafar, and an anonymous philanthropist donated Dh5 million each. A 90-minute live fundraising event has raised Dh30.74 …
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Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Sultan calls on Arabs to support Lebanon
Dh30.74m raised on live TV show as individuals and organisations offer contributions Sharjah: Less than 24 hours after The Big Heart Foundation (TBHF), a Sharjah-based global humanitarian charity, …
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Sharjah’s eco-friendly projects to reshape emirate’s future
Sharjah authorities said the ongoing development projects in the eastern region will be shaping the future of the region. The Eastern Region of the Emirate of Sharjah, which includes Kalba, Khor …
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Seven injured in Sharjah as two vehicles collide on Al Khan Bridge
Seven Arab nationals, aged between 17 and 26, were injured when the vehicles they were travelling in collided with each other on Al Khan Bridge in Sharjah last Friday. The accident had occurred around …
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Two stabbed to death in Sharjah after argument turns violent
An investigation has been launched after two men were found dead in Sharjah on August 8, a Sharjah Police official told. The two men were stabbed to death during a brawl after an argument turned …
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Development projects reshape future of Sharjah’s eastern region
ABU DHABI- The Eastern Region of the Emirate of Sharjah, which includes Kalba, Khor Fakkan and Dibba Al Hisn, is witnessing the implementation of various development projects related to roads, …
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MIDEAST STOCKS-Dubai leads most major Gulf markets higher; Egypt quiet
Most major Gulf bourses ended higher on Wednesday, with the Dubai’s index buoyed by gains in Emirates NBD Bank after its digital banking services were restored. Aug 12 (Reuters) – Most major Gulf …
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Dubai to resume intercity buses to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi soon
Dubai is set to resume its intercity bus services to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi soon, the emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Wednesday. The RTA recently restarted bus services to …
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UAE lifts entry permit restrictions on foreign residents
The United Arab Emirates on Wednesday lifted entry restrictions that required foreign residents who are overseas to seek approval before returning to the Gulf state. The UAE in March suspended the …
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Islah leader calls Saudis ‘mice’ and says he will liberate Yemen’s Mocha from UAE
In leaked video, head of party’s military wing in Taiz also claims Turkey will provide weapons for the offensive …
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UAE is setting new global model in education delivery relevant to COVID-19 reality, says GEMS Education Chairman
GEMS Education hires 800 teachers to join the Group’s 7,500 educators for the new academic year starting in September …
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For heartbroken Lebanese, Dubai is ‘new’ Beirut of old
Just days after the enormous blast that shattered Beirut, Ali Hammoud found himself looking down on the rubble from an airplane window, leaving behind his family and hometown. Born and raised in …
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Combating coronavirus: 100% e-learning among 3 models for Sharjah students in new term
If parents are reluctant to send their children to schools in the first phase of reopening, they can choose the 100 per cent distance learning option.
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State Department Watchdog Concludes Arms Sales to Saudi Arabia, UAE Complied With Law
The State Department’s office of the inspector general has concluded that an emergency declaration facilitating $8 billion in weapons sales to U.S. allies in the Gulf last year complied with the law.
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Consulate introduces free legal advice for Pakistanis in UAE
Pakistanis in Dubai and the Northern Emirates may now approach their consulate for free legal advice, a top envoy said. “We have opened a legal desk and signed a contract with a local firm. The lawyer …
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