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Expat in UAE wins 1kg of gold

An expatriate in the UAE has just struck gold, quite literally. Edmundo Catangay from the Philippines has been declared the…

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Sharjah bus accident: Many workers injured

Fourteen workers were injured after the bus they were travelling in turned over several times in Sharjah. The accident was…

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Two million pilgrims converge on Mecca for Haj

Two million Muslims from across the globe are converging on Mecca in Saudi Arabia for the hajj pilgrimage, a religious…

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UAE to add value to its economy with VAT

UAE has now joined economies world wide, in imposing Value Added Tax – with one of the lowest rates in…

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Pakistanis arrested for stealing from Dubai exchange

Six Pakistanis were arrested for stealing Dh14 million from a money exchange in Dubai. After a complaint from the company…

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Smiling emojis on UAE roads

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road has undergone a major makeover, with being decorated with smileys. As you enter the northern…

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104-year-old woman arrives in Saudi to perform Haj

A 104-year-old Indonesian woman, one of the oldest people performing Haj this year, arrived in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Ibu…

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This country offers 80% discount on big clearance sale

Three expansive halls at Dubai World Trade Centre are offering over 80 per cent off on over 50 premium brands…

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Teenagers arrested for stealing cash from donation boxes

Police have arrested a gang of four Arabs who stole cash by breaking donation boxes kept in the mosques of…

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840,000 pilgrims arrived in holy city for Haj

More than 845,878 pilgrims have so far arrived in the holy city of Madinah for this year’s Haj season. Madinah-based…

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This country to provide legal and financial assistance to workers

The Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) has been decided to provide more financial assistance to blue-collared workers and those in…

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India to provide legal and financial aid to ‘distressed’ workers in UAE

The ambit of Indian Community Welfare Fund (ICWF) has been expanded to provide more financial assistance to blue-collared workers and…

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Abu Dhabi boy rape and murder: Parents seek death penalty

The parents of the child who was strangled to death on the rooftop of their building in Abu Dhabi have…

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Qatar restores diplomatic ties with Iran amid regional crisis

Qatar restored full diplomatic relations with Iran early Thursday, disregarding the demands of Arab nations now locked in a regional…

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Hundreds of UAE pilgrims leave for Haj

Over 100 pilgrims left from Dubai International Airport on Wednesday to perform Haj. The pilgrims departed on Emirates flights from…

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Dubai Metro Station stopped services

A man found dead at Noor Bank Metro station in a suspected suicide case on yesterday afternoon. Noor Bank Metro…

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Air strike in Yemen, Atleast 30 killed, 13 wounded

Air raids on Yemen’s rebel-held capital on Wednesday killed more than 30 13 people found to be wounded, including civilians,…

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Tourist put on trial for having illicit relationship

A 32-year-old female tourist is being put on trial at the Abu Dhabi Court of First Instance for illicit sexual…

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Woman wins Range Rover at Dubai Summer Surprises campaign

A shopper from Dubai drove away a brand-new Range Rover Sports SUV after shopping at City Centre Mirdif during DSS…

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Man threatens two sisters on Snapchat, arrested

A complaint lodged by two sisters to the Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution has led to the arrest of a man…

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Man injured in warehouse fire due to cylinder explosion

An Indian man received serious injuries during an explosion and fire that occurred on Monday afternoon in a scrap, parts…

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Dates of Dhu Al Hijjah and Eid Al Adha announced

Wednesday, August 23, will be the first day of the month of Dhu Al Hijjah, and Eid Al Adha will…

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Dubai opens hospital for teddy bears

A first of its kind facility in the UAE, A teddy bear hospital has been launched to help minors overcome anxiety…

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Teen arrested for dancing in the street

Saudi police said on Tuesday they had detained a 14-year-old boy who was filmed dancing to the 1990s hit song…

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Researchers find palm oil alternative in UAE

Researchers at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) in collaboration with other groups have discovered that the unique genomic traits…

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Man divorces wife for ‘walking ahead’

A Saudi man has divorced his wife for walking ahead of him despite repeated warnings. Saudis are becoming increasingly alarmed…

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Four jailed for YouTube videos in UAE

Abu Dhabi Public Prosecution has ordered the imprisonment of three young men and a girl for posting unlawful video clips…

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Job openings in Dubai – Apply now

If you are looking for a job in Dubai, this is the ideal time to apply for one. Job vacancies…

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Dubai opens world’s first kid’s fitness centre

A new Dubai facility has opened its doors to the public in an effort to combat childhood obesity and have…

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Fine and jail for flying drones in undesignated areas in UAE

UAE residents have been warned against flying drones in undesignated areas, according to a statement issued by General Authority of…

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Saudi king opens border for Qatar Haj pilgrims

Vice Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has received Sheikh Abdullah bin…

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Here is how you can change your automatic driving license to manual

Now you can easily change your automatic driving license to manual one by following these simple steps Dubai’s Roads and…

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This country announces 16-day holiday

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on declared a 16-day holiday for the festival of Eid Al Adha. The holiday period…

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Passenger throws chair on policeman at Dubai Airport

A 26-year-old man is on trial in the Court of First Instance for physically assaulting a policeman at the airport. The…

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Follow these health, travel tips for safe Haj

International SOS and Control Risks has issued travel, health and safety tips for Haj travellers. And paying heed to them…

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