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Alia bint Khalid Al Qassimi Appointed Managing Director of UAE National Orchestra
by admin|19 December 2024|Business, Emirates, latest
The UAE National Orchestra has announced the appointment of Sheikha Alia bint Khalid Al Qassimi as its new Managing Director. With her extensive experience in advancing the UAE’s cultural and creative industries, Al Qassimi is set to guide the Orchestra's...
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UAE Introduces VAT Refund Scheme for Online Shopping, A Global First
by admin|16 December 2024|Business, Emirates, latest
Dubai: The UAE has launched a groundbreaking VAT refund system for tourists' online purchases during their stay, marking a world-first initiative. This move aligns with the Federal Tax Authority's (FTA) strategy to enhance digital services and boost the country’s digital...
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Abdullah bin Zayed, Moroccan FM discuss developments in Syria over phone
by admin|16 December 2024|Business, Emirates, latest
ABU DHABI - H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed in a phone call today with Nasser Bourita, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Morocco, current regional developments, including...
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Cyclone Chido Devastates France’s Mayotte, Hundreds Feared Dead
by admin|16 December 2024|Emirates, latest
Rescue operations are underway in France's Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte after Cyclone Chido wreaked havoc, leaving widespread destruction and fears of a death toll reaching into the thousands. The powerful storm struck Mayotte on Saturday, bringing winds of at...
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Saudi Arabia Delays School Start Times Amid Severe Cold Snap
by admin|16 December 2024|Emirates, latest
A severe cold wave sweeping across Saudi Arabia has led education authorities to delay the start of the school day in several regions to ensure student safety. The Saudi National Centre for Meteorology has forecast that temperatures in some areas...
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Car Insurance Premiums Surge Across UAE: Key Reasons Behind the Spike
by admin|16 December 2024|Business, Emirates, latest
Motorists in the UAE are facing a steep rise in car insurance premiums this year, with costs surging by up to 40% in recent months. Industry experts attribute this increase to extreme weather events, higher claims, and rising repair expenses....
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UAE healthcare sets global standards in preventive medicine: M42 CEO
by admin|16 December 2024|Emirates, latest
Hasan Jasem Al Nowais, Managing Director and Group CEO of M42, highlighted that the UAE's healthcare system has become a global leader in preventive medicine. He attributed this achievement to the country's advanced hospitals, cutting-edge robotic technologies, groundbreaking genomic research,...
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Sheikh Mohammed’s Grandson, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Honoured as ‘Best Cadet’ at UK Military Academy
by admin|14 December 2024|Emirates, latest, Sports
In a moment of immense pride for the UAE, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s grandson, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, was awarded the prestigious Sword of Honour as the best cadet at the renowned...
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Dia Beat It Walk 2024: A Step towards Diabetes Awareness and a Healthier Future
by admin|14 December 2024|Emirates, latest, Lifestyle
RAK Mall, in collaboration with RAK Hospital, successfully hosted the much-anticipated ‘Dia Beat It Walk 2024’, to raise awareness about diabetes and promote a healthy and active lifestyle. The event, held at the outdoor parking area of RAK Mall, commenced...
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Electric plants? Inside Dubai farm growing unique greens, flowers you can eat
by admin|14 December 2024|Emirates, latest, Lifestyle
Greeneration Farm, located in Jebel Ali, is revolutionizing the UAE’s dining scene by cultivating thousands of edible flowers and microgreens daily, supplying over 100 high-end and Michelin-starred restaurants across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Each day, between 3 am and 6...
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