Jeddah tower soars beyond the clouds: Here’s what we know
Saudi Arabia : Floors are rising fast in the under-construction tower in Saudi Arabia, slated to be the world's tallest man-made structure. The Jeddah Economic Company (JEC) Tower, on the Red Sea port city, is set to reach an astounding height of 1km (0.62 miles). -Advertisement- Ads by It is...
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Meet the Abu Dhabi Indian student presented Zayed Sustainability Prize by UAE President
Abu Dhabi: It was a double delight for Monica Akkineni, a Grade 10 student at Merryland International School in Abu Dhabi when the school won the Zayed Sustainability Prize last week for an innovative project to reduce carbon emissions. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan presented Akkineni...
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Abu Dhabi among seven global cities to host China’s ‘Spring Festival’ celebrations
ABU DHABI - Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi hosted a major cultural event to celebrate the Chinese New Year, known as the “Year of the Snake.” Organised by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the UAE in collaboration with China Media Group, the event formed...
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Arabian Purebred Horse Race kicks off Wednesday in Al Dhafra
ABUDHABI - The sixth edition of the Arabian Purebred Horse Race will commence on Wednesday at the Madinat Zayed Track for Horse Races, organised by the Liwa Sports Club. This race is part of a series of events held by the club in the Al Dhafra region. The event will...
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Ramadan 2025 in UAE: Shaaban likely to start on January 31
UAE - The Hijri month of Shaaban will likely start on Friday January 31 as per astronomical calculations, the UAE astronomy Centre said on X on Tuesday. Shaaban is the month that precedes the fasting month of Ramadan observed by millions of muslims around the world. On the 29th day...
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Why did Selena Gomez break down in tears?
Dubai: Hollywood actress and pop idol Selena Gomez recently found herself at the center of an intense debate after an emotional video addressing US' immigration policy went viral. The singer and actress, known for her activism, shared a tearful message on Instagram Stories following former US President Donald Trump’s announcement...
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Emaar group Founder: “significant investment” in Georgia will “attract many investors”
DUBAI - Mohamed Ali Rashed Alabbar, the Founder and Managing Director of Emaar Properties, a UAE-based real estate development company, on Monday expressed confidence a deal for a $6 billion investment by the group in Georgia, signed earlier during the day, would “inspire other investors” to invest in the country....
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UAE inks $6 billion investment deal to establish development projects in Georgia
UAE - UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Excellency Irakli Kobakhidze, Prime Minister of Georgia, who is on a working visit to the UAE. During their meeting at Qasr Al Shati, His Highness extended a warm welcome to the Georgian Prime Minister, wishing...
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UAE gold prices dip AED1.5, global rates fall as Fed’s rate decision nears
UAE : Gold prices fell on Monday as the dollar firmed, while investors awaited the Federal Reserve‘s first meeting of 2025 for more insight into the U.S. interest rate path. In the UAE, gold rates retreated, with 24-carat gold and 22-carat gold declining AED1.5 to AED334 and AED309.25, respectively. Meanwhile, 21-carat...
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