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Sheikh Mohammed launches strategy to increase FDI to Dhs2.2tr by 2031

“On the second day of the annual meetings of the UAE government we have launched the UAE Investment Strategy, which aims to increase the cumulative fo...

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Policy for balance between economic growth, environmental sustainability

Siemens will operate all systems designed to reduce the consumption of energy and water in federal buildings by 27% compared to the consumption averag...

Dubai Financial Services Authority slaps $100,000 fine on firm for unauthorised and misleading financial promotions

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) published on Tuesday a Decision Notice against Vedas International Marketing Management (Vedas Marketing...

Israel ends agreement with UN agency providing aid in Gaza

Israel says the agency, known as UNRWA, has been infiltrated by Hamas. UNRWA denies the allegations and says it takes measures to ensure its neutralit...

'He lies without limit and is unfit to lead': New York Times' editorial board roundly denounces Trump

Without explicitly endorsing his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in the piece, the board wrote a searing 112-word op-ed warning of a possible Trump sec...

AUS to debut renowned Six Degrees Offsite Exhibition

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Pakistan amends law to extend armed forces chiefs' service tenure

In a major development, Pakistan's parliament on Monday increased the tenure of the chiefs of the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy and Pakistan Air Force ...

World's first wooden satellite heads to space

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RTA launches taxi-sharing service between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

“The initiative would benefit passengers primarily by reducing costs by up to 75% when four passengers share a single taxi between the two emirates. I...

Wife who cares for bedridden husband for six years gets divorced after his recovery

Nurul Syazwani, who married the man in 2016, served as his primary caregiver after he suffered a debilitating car accident two years into their marria...

Culture

Tabari Artspace in Dubai to host works of Egyptian icon Adel El Siwi

The exhibition’s title might at first seem confusing – one cannot connect Egypt and the tropics, set as the country is amidst great sand dunes.

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Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin falls through trapdoor on stage while performing in Melbourne

In videos posted on social media, the frontman can be seen walking towards the crowd reading signs and all of a sudden falling through the trapdoor as...

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Sheikh Mohammed launches strategy to increase FDI to Dhs2.2tr by 2031

“On the second day of the annual meetings of the UAE government we have launched the UAE Investment Strategy, which aims to increase the cumulative foreign direct investment balance threefold by 2031, reaching Dhs2.2tr,” Sheikh Mohammed.

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Policy for balance between economic growth, environmental sustainability

Siemens will operate all systems designed to reduce the consumption of energy and water in federal buildings by 27% compared to the consumption average in the past three years.

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Dubai Financial Services Authority slaps $100,000 fine on firm for unauthorised and misleading financial promotions

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) published on Tuesday a Decision Notice against Vedas International Marketing Management (Vedas Marketing) for unauthorised and deceptive financial promotions related to the Multibank Group.

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Israel ends agreement with UN agency providing aid in Gaza

Israel says the agency, known as UNRWA, has been infiltrated by Hamas. UNRWA denies the allegations and says it takes measures to ensure its neutrality.

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'He lies without limit and is unfit to lead': New York Times' editorial board roundly denounces Trump

Without explicitly endorsing his Democratic rival Kamala Harris in the piece, the board wrote a searing 112-word op-ed warning of a possible Trump second term.

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AUS to debut renowned Six Degrees Offsite Exhibition

This special travelling edition features a curated selection of projects by Spring 2024 graduates, now CAAD alumni, who are making their mark in the design industry.

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Pakistan amends law to extend armed forces chiefs' service tenure

In a major development, Pakistan's parliament on Monday increased the tenure of the chiefs of the Pakistan Army, Pakistan Navy and Pakistan Air Force to five years from three and also the enhanced number of judges of the Supreme Court from 17 to 34.

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World's first wooden satellite heads to space

LignoSat, developed by Kyoto University and homebuilder Sumitomo Forestry, will be flown to the International Space Station on a SpaceX mission, and later released into orbit about 400 km (250 miles) above the Earth.

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RTA launches taxi-sharing service between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

“The initiative would benefit passengers primarily by reducing costs by up to 75% when four passengers share a single taxi between the two emirates. In such cases, each passenger pays Dhs66, sharing the cost rather than one passenger covering the full fare.”

04 Nov 2024
News

Wife who cares for bedridden husband for six years gets divorced after his recovery

Nurul Syazwani, who married the man in 2016, served as his primary caregiver after he suffered a debilitating car accident two years into their marriage, which left him incapacitated for six years.

04 Nov 2024
Culture

Tabari Artspace in Dubai to host works of Egyptian icon Adel El Siwi

The exhibition’s title might at first seem confusing – one cannot connect Egypt and the tropics, set as the country is amidst great sand dunes.

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Culture

Coldplay's frontman Chris Martin falls through trapdoor on stage while performing in Melbourne

In videos posted on social media, the frontman can be seen walking towards the crowd reading signs and all of a sudden falling through the trapdoor as he starts to walk backwards. A crew member breaks Martin’s fall, and helps him back up.

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Opinion

Quincy Jones, musician and music mogul

Quincy Jones, who died at the age of 91 in Los Angeles, was an American phenomenon. He was a competent musician himself and he scored the musical sco...

How Musk could gut the government under Trump

The wealthiest man on the planet is pumping tens of millions of dollars into Donald Trump’s campaign. He owns an influential social media company wher...

What Venezuela’s turn away from democracy means for US

In September, I went to the infamous Darién Gap. Over the last year and a half, more than 700,000 people have traversed this unforgiving slice of jung...

Black Americans still suffer worse health facilities

One morning in late April, a small brick health clinic along the Thurgood Marshall Highway bustled with patients. There was Joshua McCray, 69, a publi...

Encouraging Indian farmers to avail carbon credit benefits

Meena Janardhan

India recently launched the Framework for Voluntary Carbon Market in Agriculture Sector. This is with a view to encourage small and medium farmers to ...

Flop show

After the 3-0 drubbing Test series by the New Zealand team, finally our Captain Rohit Sharma was left with no other option but to take full responsibi...

When every election is ‘important election of our lives’

Another election cycle, another round of hysteria. Let me guess: This is the “most important election of our lives.” Brush this article off and reread...

Sheikh Mohammed launches strategy to increase FDI to Dhs2.2tr by 2031

“On the second day of the annual meetings of the UAE government we have launched the UAE Investment Strategy, which aims to increase the cumulative fo...

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Sharjah approves Dhs75 million to settle debts of 158 citizens

The total amount processed by the committee from the first to the 27th batch amounted to Dhs1,203,637,153, benefiting a total of 2,501 individuals, Ra...

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Dubai Financial Services Authority slaps $100,000 fine on firm for unauthorised and misleading financial promotions

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) published on Tuesday a Decision Notice against Vedas International Marketing Management (Vedas Marketing...

AUS to debut renowned Six Degrees Offsite Exhibition

This special travelling edition features a curated selection of projects by Spring 2024 graduates, now CAAD alumni, who are making their mark in the d...

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Sheikha Bodour discusses IP and innovation with IFRRO delegation

Sheikha Bodour highlighted the continuous efforts made by Sharjah and the UAE to protect the creative rights of authors and publishers by establishing...

Policy for balance between economic growth, environmental sustainability

Siemens will operate all systems designed to reduce the consumption of energy and water in federal buildings by 27% compared to the consumption averag...

Sheikh Mohammed approves national anti-drug strategy, terms drugs as ‘societal cancer’

"This strategy strengthens measures to deter drug dealers and traffickers at both the local and international levels, expands rehabilitation centres, ...

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RTA launches taxi-sharing service between Dubai and Abu Dhabi

“The initiative would benefit passengers primarily by reducing costs by up to 75% when four passengers share a single taxi between the two emirates. I...

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Guardiola best coach in the world, says Amorim ahead of Utd move

Manchester City make the trip to Portugal on Tuesday to take on Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League, and the game has an added twist now that mana...

Rohit, Kohli under fire as India chew over ‘tough pill’ of NZ loss

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma came under fire Monday as India chewed over a 3-0 Test series home defeat to New Zealand, with critics calling the team a...

Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club fete athletes, coaches on remarkable success

The Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club hosted a glittering ceremony to recognise the success of their athletes who achieved remarkable achievements duri...

Calm captain Cummins leads Australia to two-wicket win over Pakistan in 1st ODI

A calm Cummins made an unbeaten 32 off 31 balls to steer Australia to 204-8 with more than 16 overs to spare, after the middle-order had stumbled in a...

'Great moment' for New Zealand cricket, says Latham

The Black Caps won the third Test by 25 runs on Sunday at Mumbai's Wankhede Stadium to hand India only their second series whitewash at home.

Ajaz stars as New Zealand beat India 3-0 in historic Test sweep

This is the first time India have been whitewashed in a Test series at home since South Africa's 2-0 win in 1999-2000, and their first-ever 3-0 clean ...

Bournemouth end City’s unbeaten run, Salah puts Liverpool on top

Manchester City suffered their first Premier League loss since December as Bournemouth stunned the champions, while Arsenal were rocked by Newcastle a...

Kane brace takes Bayern past Union, Frankfurt rout Bochum

Harry Kane scored twice and set up another as Bayern Munich moved three points clear at the top of the Bundesliga with a 3-0 home win over Union Berli...

02 Nov 2024

Costa saddles five winners to cap memorable day for Jebel Ali Stables

The Jebel Ali Racecourse roared back to life with the opening of its 2024-2025 racing season, a day marked by breathtaking victories and the unrivalle...

02 Nov 2024

Lifestyle

Greenland seeks to capitalise on 'last-chance tourism'

Global warming is accelerating "the loss of Arctic sea ice in summer, (as well as) the melting of permafrost, ice shelves and glaciers

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Palestinians build new lives in Cairo's 'Little Gaza'

These spaces have become a refuge for the traumatised Gazan community in Cairo, offering a livelihood to business owners, many of whom lost everything...

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Baby walkers are a dangerous choice

Many parents think walkers will help their children learn to walk. But they don't. In fact, walkers can actually delay when a child starts to walk.

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Cancer is not gender-selective, emphasises Pink Caravan

In the UAE, it is known that breast cancer accounts for the most commonly diagnosed cancer in both sexes.

How long do you need to quit smoking to lower cardiovascular risk?

For heavy ex-smokers, greater than 25 years might be required for the residual CVD risk to align with that of never-smokers, said the study published ...

Archaeological town from bronze age discovered at Khaybar Oasis in Saudi Arabia

The discovery is proof of the Kingdom's commitment to safeguarding its cultural and historical heritage, as well as its desire to exchange knowledge a...

Pakistan's Lahore city air pollution hits historic high, forcing school closures

Citizens have been urged to stay indoors, keep doors and windows shut, and avoid unnecessary travel, she said, adding that hospitals had been given sm...

Khorfakkan Beach a marvellous place for adventure and leisure

Known for its stunning backdrop of the Hajar Mountains, Khorfakkan Beach has become a must-visit destination for water sports enthusiasts and fitness ...

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DFSA fines company for unauthorised, misleading financial promotions

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) published today a Decision Notice against Vedas International Marketing Management (Vedas Marketing)

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Jomla announces a launch of a new podcast to share tech trends and expert advice

Jomla launches a podcast to share tech trends, and expert tips, and empower aspiring podcasters across the UAE.

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Emirates returns to Edinburgh with daily service

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Adnoc, Masdar collaborate with Microsoft to drive AI deployment, low-carbon solutions

ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar) announced today the signing of a Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA)

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ADNOC and 44.01 have announced plans to scale-up their carbon-to-rock project in the Emirate of Fujairah, following the successful completion of their...

UAE banking sector hits all-time-high of Dhs502.6 billion in capital, reserves

National banks have the lion's share accounting for 86.3% of the total capital and reserves, reaching Dhs433.7 billion by July 2024, reflecting a year...

Boeing strike ends as workers accept new contract

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Rising ADX influence in global markets highlighted at CFO conference in Dubai

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Sharjah National Oil Corporation completes its milestone gas storage project

Sharjah National Oil Corporation (SNOC) announced the completion of the second phase of its underground gas storage project in the Moveyeid field.

Sheikh Mansour opens 40th edition of ADIPEC

Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President,

Sultan Al Jaber rallies energy industry to lead world to next phase of sustainable socioeconomic growth

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Tesla’s Oct China-made EV sales fall 5.3 per cent

US automaker Tesla sold 68,280 China-made electric vehicles in October, down 5.3 per cent from a year earlier, data from the China Passenger Car Assoc...

After the 3-0 drubbing Test series by the New Zealand team, finally our Captain Rohit Sharma was left with no other option but to take full responsibility for this series loss in India, to become the second captain to lose most tests in home turf. No doubt, it was a team failure during the first two tests.

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