Dubai Airports’ CEO, Paul Griffiths, has said he expects a ‘torrent of travel demand’ when global lockdowns finally lift once vaccination programmes have been successfully rolled out. Speaking as a …
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Third dose of Sinopharm coronavirus vaccine needed for some in UAE after low immune response
Support our journalism. Subscribe today. Walid Zaher, the chief researcher for G42 Healthcare, which distributes the Sinopharm vaccine in the UAE, told Dubai Eye radio that a study was underway to …
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UAE’s multiple entry tourist visa: Travel made easier for expat families
The UAE cabinet’s decision to approve a multiple entry tourist visa for all nationalities is being hailed as a blessing for expatriate families and business travellers.His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin …
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No traffic fines issued in Abu Dhabi on Saturday. Here’s why
Abu Dhabi Police on Saturday issued no fines to drivers who committed minor traffic violations – instead only issued warnings. In a Facebook video posted on Sunday, the police shared how they made …
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New Dubai drone ban announced to protect privacy, safety of visitors
Dubai Municipality has announced that drones are no more permitted to be flown over parks in the Emirate.Also read: New law takes Dubai closer to drone deliveries, flying cabs A statement posted by DM …
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Dubai Sports Council discuss ways to strengthen cooperation with UCI
The UCI President was pleasantly surprised to learn about the number of events Dubai Sports Council organises every year …
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Sharjah cop honoured for helping motorist in distress
Major General Saif Al Zari Al Shamsi, Commander in Chief of Sharjah Police, honoured Sergeant Ahmed Hassan Al Hammadi of the Traffic and Patrols Department, for helping one of the vehicle drivers …
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Saudi Arabia, UAE expand COVID-19 vaccination drive
Saudi Arabia and neighbouring United Arab Emirates said on Sunday health authorities have expanded COVID-19 vaccinations to all citizens and residents aged 16 and above as Gulf states race to bring …
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2 new UAE visas for tourists, remote work: All we know so far
The UAE announced two new visas earlier today.One is a remote work visa that can be used by professionals to reside in the UAE as they connect to work abroad virtually.The other is a multiple-entry …
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Covid-19 impact: More spending on food delivery business in the UAE
Online transactions climbed more than 15 per cent in May over reported volumes in March, growing further by over 30 per cent in October as delivery …
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Sharjah airport to offer new e-service for passengers
The e-book service would be available for adult travellers in April and for children in the last quarter of 2021.
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UAE Covid vaccine: Over 100 locations in Abu Dhabi to get jab
Department of Health in Abu Dhabi has encouraged the citizens and residents to book appointments for Covid-19 vaccination. Residents of Abu Dhabi can book appointment at more than 100 locations across …
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International Day of Happiness: No traffic fines issued in Abu Dhabi on Saturday
Abu Dhabi Police on Saturday issued no fines to drivers who committed minor traffic violations – instead only issued warnings. In a Facebook video posted on Sunday, the police shared how they made …
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Dubai’s Global Village gets Happiness Street as new world record is set
A street in Dubai has been renamed as ‘Happiness Street’ to mark the ‘International Day of Happiness’. Global Village, a multicultural family entertainment and shopping destination, on Sunday …
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Dubai Food Festival: Maestro Pierre Gagnaire on what it means to participate in 2021
Gagnaire’s vision saw him arrive in Dubai around 13 years ago to launch a project in what was then a burgeoning restaurant scene. His focus quickly shifted to Festival City, where his name continues …
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RTA picks French-Japanese consortium for Dubai Metro O&M deal
A French-Japanese consortium has won a contract for the operation and maintenance of Roads and Transport Authority’s (RTA) Dubai Metro as well as the operation of the Dubai Tram. The contract covers …
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UAE’s University of Wollongong in Dubai to Give Students Looking for International Degrees ‘The Edge’ in the Global Pursuit for Future-Ready Skills
In a bid to create a truly global workforce, University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), the first international university and the highest-ranked Australian university in the UAE, announced the launch …
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