Dubai: DMCC, the Government authority on trade, enterprise and commodities in Dubai, has said that India’s business community is increasingly looking to Dubai as a hub to expand their business and grow internationally, as it concluded its weeklong …
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ERC helps in evacuation of residents affected by fire in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi: The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has participated in the evacuation and sheltering of some residents affected by the fire that broke out in a residential building on Shaikh Khalifa Road. Volunteers from the rapid intervention team of the ERC …
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Scot facing jail in Dubai over a ‘cultural misunderstanding’
He was in Dubai on a two-day stopover on the way back to work in Afghanistan and went for a drink with a friend at the Rock Bottom bar, popular with expats and locals. Mr Harron and his friend had bought their first drink when he placed his hand on the hip …
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Brit, 27, faces three years in a Dubai jail for ‘public indecency’ after accidentally BUMPING INTO a man in a bar
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700 attend Dubai’s Wellman run
Dubai: Kick-starting Dubai’s season of outdoor activities as the UAE’s weather becomes more hospitable following the blistering months of summer, Wellman Road Run (WRR) saw around 700 enthusiasts participating in a variety of long-distance sprints on …
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Dubai Ruler’s Court settles case involving Dh23 million
Dubai: The Dubai Ruler’s Court settled a case filed by a businessman against his partner for breach of trust and misappropriation of funds exceeding Dh23 million. Hashem Salem Al Qiwani, director of the Disputes Settlement Department of the Dubai Ruler …
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UAE nuclear operator committed to safety, says IAEA
The operator of the United Arab Emirates’ first nuclear power plant – the first two units of which are due to start up next year – has shown a commitment to safety, an expert team from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has concluded.
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United Arab Emirates Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News
Built on speculation, the all-composite five-deck Majesty 175 will feature the interior styling of Cristiano Gatto in a first-time collaboration with Gulf Craft. Concept images show a vast pool on the bow accessed by the main deck, while the aft will be …
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UAE lauds Saudi king’s visit to Russia as “success for the Arabs”
DUBAI, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) — Anwar Gargash, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in Abu Dhabi called on Friday via his twitter account the visit by Saudi King Salman to Russia’s President Vladimir Putin an “impressive success …
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How UAE police prevented expat family from becoming homeless
The Ajman Police, in coordination with child protection department at Ministry of Interior (MoI) and General Directorate of Residency and Foreign Affairs in Dubai (DNRD), saved the family after they were thrown out of their apartment, which was rented from …
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Race to Dubai leaders on track for Italian Open
Four of Europe’s leading golfers will join defending champion Francesco Molinari and Masters Tournament Champion Sergio Garcia at the Italian Open, with seven of the top ten in the Race to Dubai Rankings presented by Rolex set to star at Golf Club Milano …
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Pakistani man’s body found hanging in balcony in UAE
Sharjah Police are investigating the death of a 21-year-old Pakistani man who was found hanging from a pole in a balcony in an apartment in Al Turfaah area in Sharjah. Police say they received a call about the incident on Thursday morning, and emergency …
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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News
Among her amenities is a spa therapy room, an outdoor sundeck cinema, two Jacuzzis and a 21m/69ft water slide to entertain up to 32 guests. The expansive main salon is a vibrant and contemporary space designed for effortless entertaining and relaxation …
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Abu Dhabi Ports Orders 3 New Tugs from Damen, Sanmar
Port developer and operator Abu Dhabi Ports ordered three new tugboats during the Seatrade Offshore Marine & Workboats Middle East 2017 (SOMWE) held in Abu Dhabi from September 25 to 27. The new tugs are said to be equipped with “the latest technology …
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B Conference Abu Dhabi presents “DreamTeam” as the General Sponsor of the Conference
Abu Dhabi will host a one-day Blockchain Conference that brings … as well as a constant stream of news plus coverage from attending some of the most prominent events within the sector.
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Ahmad Zeidan: Family hope for student’s UAE jail release
The family of a British student jailed in the United Arab Emirates are hoping for his release after his sentence was reduced from nine years to seven. Ahmad Zeidan was jailed in 2014 after 0.04g of cocaine was found in a car in which he was a passenger.
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Fake banknote man on flight home from Dubai
An Edinburgh man who was held in a jail in Dubai for three days over a forged banknote has begun his flight home. William Barclay had been accused of trying to exchange a fake £20 note during a family holiday. Although the incident happened last September …
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