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Bg Super League 2018 Final Cricket Tournament
Congratulations to our CONMIX Team who are the Runners-Up in the Grand Finale of the BG SUPER LEAGUE 2018 Cricket Tournament organized by the Bukhatir Group.
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Sea, sand and sun salutations: XYoga Dubai returns with new classes, new world-renowned yogis and new beachside location
The highly anticipated XYoga Dubai festival has confirmed its return to Dubai, 16-17 March, 2018 at a new location, Kite Beach.
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Dubai Culture Launches ’My Environment My Responsibility’ Initiative in Hatta, in line with the ’Year of Zayed 2018’
The initiative took place on 1st February and reflected the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan’s interest in preserving and maintaining our world for future generations, as well as his efforts to balance development with the environment.
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Chairman Of Dubai-Based University Awarded Order Of Australia
Peter Robson, Chairman of the University of Wollongong in Dubai’s, UOWD, Board, has been awarded the Order of Australia, OA, for his outstanding service to business through research and development in government advisory and leadership roles in the manufacturing and industrial relations sectors.
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RTA briefs government delegation on smart processes of Al Barsha Happiness Center
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received a delegation from the Dubai Government with the support of the Executive Council to brief them on the processes, achievements and smart services provided by the Customers Happiness Center at Al Barsha.
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Passenger Transportation Driver Permits Soar By 45% in 2017: RTA
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that the number of permits issued to drivers of passenger transportation vehicles witnessed a remarkable increase in as much as 45% in 2017 compared to similar permits issued in 2016.
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DIFC and Al Tamimi & Company Release ’Setting Up in the Dubai International Financial Centre’
As the most up-to-date version of DIFC’s comprehensive business guide, the manual continues to serve as one of the most reliable points of reference for established firms in addition to new investors looking to set up operations in the Centre.
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UAE A Leader In Productivity Increases, Says PwC
Many Middle Eastern countries are beginning to wake up to the challenges they face in boosting productivity, which lags behind global peers and, for most countries in the region, it has been falling for many years, according to the latest Middle East Economy Watch from consultants PwC.
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Sigala Makes His Debut Appearance At The First Infinity Session Of The Year
Nasimi Beach is back with a bang this season, with the return of ’Infinity Sessions’. Taking place on Friday 9th March from 5pm – 1am, the all-inclusive beach music festival will include eight hours of unlimited drinks as well as a stellar line up including Sigala and The Boxtones plus many more.
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Top 9 Art House Films Coming Soon, To A VOX Cinemas Near You!
Critics and audiences across the world are already buzzing about 2018’s slate of independent films. The power of emotive storytelling and the beauty of artistic cinematography are coming to VOX Cinemas’ big screens throughout the year. Here’s what you can look forward to.
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Emirates To Launch Services To Santiago De Chile Via Sao Paulo
Emirates, the world’s best airline according to TripAdvisor 2017, today announced its plan to launch a new, five times a week, service from Dubai to Santiago International Airport (SCL), via the Brazilian city of Sao Paulo, starting on July 5, 2018.
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Rove Hotels Unveils Dedicated Mobile App Aimed At Enhancing The Guest Experience
Rove Hotels, the contemporary lifestyle hotel brand, has launched a new mobile application (App) that aims to further enhance the guest experience by offering an array of services accessible via their smartphones.
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ASGC To Develop World’s Largest 25Hours Hotel Property In Dubai
ASGC, one of the leading construction groups in the UAE, has been appointed as the main contractor of the newly-announced 25hours One Central hotel from AccorHotels, which upon completion will be the largest 25hours Hotel property worldwide and the group’s first in the Middle East.
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Nakheel Generates Profit Of AED5.67 Billion In 2017, An Increase Of 14 Per Cent Over Previous Year
Nakheel generated a net profit of AED1.67 billion in Q4 of 2017, an increase of 58 per cent on the same period in 2016.
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Federal Tax Authority: UAE Electronic Tax System The Most Comprehensive In The Region
The UAE’s electronic tax system is the most comprehensive in the region, asserted the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) at an introductory workshop it organised at the Department of Economic Development of Ras Al-Khaimah.
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Dubai Tourism Launches Multi-Lingual Audio Tour Guides
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, has collaborated with two digital tour apps to launch two new free Dubai tours that will help visitors discover and learn more about significant and historic sites and landmarks in the city.
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RTA Organizes Traffic For Dubai Tour 2018
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed its plan for organizing the 6th Dubai Tour 2018 which comprises five stages over five consecutive days from Feb 6th to Feb 10th. Action starts at 11.10 am and continues to 03.30 pm.
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Aqua Pod: The First-Of-Its-Kind Sustainable Floating Drive-Through Debuts In Dubai
The UAE further solidifies its position at the forefront of global innovation with the launch of Aqua Pod, the world’s first sustainable floating drive-through, set to float in Dubai’s lagoons, providing visitors with a first-of-its-kind experience while at sea.
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Global Village Guests To Enjoy Incredible Concert By Lebanese Superstar Elissa
Lebanese superstar Elissa, one of the most recognised artistes in the Arab world, will perform a special concert for Global Village guests on Friday, 2nd February 2018, starting at 9:00 pm at the Main Cultural Stage.
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Innovation Month Kicks Off 1st February
UAE Innovation Month, the largest national initiative to celebrate innovative and creative thinkers, kicks off on Thursday, 1st February.
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NOW Concierge Launches To Offer Clients ’Pay-Per-Request’ Lifestyle Services
NOW concierge has launched in Dubai offering international and local individuals, families and corporates pay-per-request lifestyle services whether its organising a bespoke itinerary for its client’s trip to Dubai.
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Earth Course At Jumeirah Golf Estates Voted One Of The World’s Best Courses
The Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates, the world-class residential golf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities among two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses.
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Emirates Airline Festival Of Literature And Middle East Film And Comic Con Team Up To Promote Reading
The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, the Arab World’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word, and Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC), the region’s largest pop culture and entertainment festival.
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A ’Royal Affair’ Awaits Couples On The Lawns Of The Majlis Course
This Valentine’s Day brings with it the chance for couples to indulge in panoramic vistas, bubbly and fine food courtesy of the ’Royal Affair’ at Emirates Golf Club.
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DP World Chairman Discusses Future Of Trade With Global Leaders At World Economic Forum
Mr. Bin Sulayem outlined the global trade enabler’s strategy to develop complementary sectors in the global supply chain such as industrial parks, free zones and logistics to add further value for all its stakeholders.
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Dubai Maritime City Authority To Launch Second Term Of Maritime Advisory Council
As part of the strategic move, Mark Gistebrich, Regional President of Maersk Global Operations in Dubai, has been appointed to lead the Council for the new term.
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Dubai Startup Hub has announced the signing of several deals between four leading UAE-based corporates.
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RTA wins global Digitisation Award
The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has been named the winner of Digitisation Award as part of the Awards of Entrepreneur Middle East Magazine.
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Smart Dubai Takes Part in World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2018
WEF is best known for its annual meeting at the end of January in Davos, a mountain resort in the eastern Alps region of Switzerland, which brings together some 2,500 top business leaders, international political leaders, economists, and journalists for several days to discuss the most pressing issu
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British National Wins Mercedes Benz S560 at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic
World No. 60 and latest winner of Omega Dubai Desert Classic, Li Haotong from China was on hand to conduct the Dubai Duty Free Finest Surprise draw for a Mercedes S560 (Diamond White) following his victory by a single stroke against Rory McIlroy at the Emirates Golf Club yesterday.
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Under the Patronage of Hrh Princess Haya Dubai Healthcare City Authority Launches the 2nd Edition of Its Excellence Awards to Recognize Women’s Contribution in Healthcare and Volunteerism
Under the patronage of the Chairperson of Dubai Healthcare City Authority HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the second edition of the Dubai Healthcare City Authority Excellence Awards.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Celebrates First UAE National win In "Double Your Salary" Promotion
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic Bank, has announced the first UAE National as the grand winner in the fourth draw of its hugely successful ’Double Your Salary’ campaign, held at DIB’s Reef Mall Branch.
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Dubai Delight Sends Li Haotong To Second In Race Tto Dubai
Li Haotong outlasted Rory McIlroy in an epic duel to win the Omega Dubai Desert Classic and move to second spot in the Race to Dubai Rankings.
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du Offers UAE Nationals Promising Opportunities To Grow Their Careers In The Telecom Industry
Bolstering its support of Emirati professionals and fresh graduates throughout the UAE, du from Emirates integrated telecommunications company, is once again participating in ’Tawdheef 2018’ in Abu Dhabi.
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Flavours Of Love At Jumeira Rotana
Make this Valentine’s night extra special with a romantic dinner at the Olive Oil restaurant.
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RTA Reviews Strategy Of National Program For Happiness And Positivity
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received a delegation from the National Programme for Happiness and Positivity at The General Secretariat of The Cabinet. The visit was part of efforts to examine the strategy of the Programme, define its core elements and review its happiness indicators.
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MD & CEO Receives Vice Minister Of Energy Of Costa Rica To Discuss Cooperation In Clean And Renewable Energy
The meeting was attended by Waleed Salman, Executive Vice President of Business Development & Excellence, Dr Yousef Al Akraf, Executive Vice President of Business Support and Human Resources, Khawla Al Mehairi, Executive Vice President of Strategy & Government Communications.
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His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum Launches New RIT Dubai Campus At Dubai Silicon Oasis
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, today announced the launch of the new Dubai campus of Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT Dubai).
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E-Vision Enters Exclusive 5-Year Deal With STARZ PLAY
E-Vision, a fully-owned subsidiary of Etisalat, and STARZ PLAY, streaming video on-demand service in the MENA region, today announced a first-of-its kind, five-year content deal with Etisalat.
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Meraas Invites Families To Experience Eclectic New Destination ’The Yard’
Meraas today unveiled The Yard, an eclectic new destination in Dubai’s rapidly developing Al Khawaneej area. The suburban hideaway encompasses Last Exit D89, launched in 2017 as an initial phase.
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Hamdan bin Rashid Launches DHA Online Media Channel
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, UAE Minister of Finance, and President of the Dubai Health Authority, DHA, has inaugurated the DHA online media channel during his tour at the 43rd edition of the Arab Health Congress.
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Get and Give. Giving to Help Others
Are you looking for something that is a stretch from the everyday.
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United Arab Emirates scores top regionally in Ocean Health Index
The United Arab Emirates outperformed all other Gulf and Arab countries and was ranked 28th in the world in the Ocean Health Index.
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Mohammed bin Rashid issues laws on Knowledge and Innovation Dirham fees
The Knowledge Dirham and Innovation Dirham will not be refunded when transactions are cancelled.
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Zulekha Healthcare Group Announces Major UAE Expansion Plans
Zulekha Healthcare Group has today announced its major UAE growth plans for Dubai and Sharjah. The plan will see an expansion at Zulekha Hospital in Dubai and an introduction of a new hospital in the Emirate of Sharjah.
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Emirates NBD Group announces senior technology appointments as part of digital transformation strategy
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region and market leader in banking innovation, has announced two senior technology appointments as part of its end-to-end digital transformation strategy.
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Ellington Extends Support To Dubai Land Department’s New Overseas Investor Initiative
Ellington, the Dubai-born design-led boutique developer with a growing portfolio of bespoke, aesthetic and high-quality homes, has extended its support to the new overseas investor programme initiated by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).
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du Announces Revamp Of FM Transmission Platform Provided To Dubai Media Incorporated
du from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC) confirmed that it will be working to revitalise its FM Transmission Platform provided to Dubai Media Incorporated’s (DMI).
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RTA Executes 2.2m e-Payment Taxi Fare Transactions In 2017
The Roads and Transport Authority, RTA, has revealed that the number of taxi fare transactions recorded by the Dubai Taxi Corporation and franchise companies, and paid through NoL and credit cards in 2017 reached 2,213,234 transactions.
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Dubai Police Launches Surveillance Programme
The Dubai Police General HQ has launched the Oyoon (Eyes) project with the support and participation of the governmental, semi-governmental and private sectors to implement the Dubai 2021 plan .
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Jumeirah Group Expands In Dubai With Zabeel House By Jumeirah - The Greens
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced it is to operate a new hotel in Dubai under its Zabeel House by JumeirahTM brand, having recently signed a management agreement with The Onyx for Development, a subsidiary of Ishraqah for Development Ltd.
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GESS Dubai Offers Peek At Classrooms Of The Future
The classroom as everyone knows it will change dramatically in the next few years, and a preview of things to come for students and teachers across the Middle East will be showcased at GESS Dubai.
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Li Leads, But Mcilroy Lurks At Omega Dubai Desert Classic
Rory McIlroy put himself firmly in the frame for another shot at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic title, moving to within one stroke of third-round leader Haotong Li.
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Committee Of Consumer Protection Reviews VAT Impact
The Higher Committee of Consumer Protection is ensuring continued coordination between all state departments concerned with the Value-Added Tax to corroborate consumers’ confidence in the market stability and sound application of the tax and prevent any unjustifiable price hikes.
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Dubai Land Department Continues To Implement Its ’Specialised Reading And Strategic Innovative Thinking’ Initiative In 2018
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that the ’Specialised Reading and Strategic Innovative Thinking’ initiative it launched in 2017 has achieved significant success through the ’DLD Talk’ programme. In order to further benefit its employees.
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RTA Awards Contract For Phase 1 & 2 Of Expo Roads Improvement Project Costing AED1.36 Billion
As directed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai to start immediately in the construction of roads and transport projects associated with the hosting of Expo 2020 in Dubai.
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Federal Tax Authority: Tax Registration Number Authorises All Trade Activities
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has confirmed that businesses are not required to present a tax certificate in order to conduct their commercial activities and can simply use their Tax Registration Number (TRN).
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Jafza Pharmaceutical And Healthcare Sector In Spotlight At Arab Health 2018
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), Dubai and the UAE’s flagship trade and logistics hub for the MENA region, will be showcasing the growth opportunities it offers to the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry at the Arab Health 2018 Conference and Exhibition from 29 January to 1 February.
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DEWA Installs 3,392 Smart Meters In Hatta
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has installed 3,392 smart meters (1,849 for electricity and 1,543 for water) for buildings in Hatta that are based on the latest international standards in December 2017.
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Global Village achieves Guinness World Records title for largest cup of hot tea
Global Village has obtained the Guinness World Records title for preparing the largest cup of hot tea in the world, surpassing an earlier record set last year for the biggest cup of tea in the world in Shanghai.
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Awarding 66 excellent instructors, lecturers at driving schools
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has felicitated 66 excellent performing instructors and lecturers at driving centres in Dubai.
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Dubai Properties’ Dragon Boat Race To Paddle Down Marasi Business Bay
Dubai Propertiesis proud to hosttheannual Dragon Boat Race at Marasi Business Bay from 9-10 February. The 11th edition of the popular water sport race will welcome an estimated 5,000 spectators and over 1,500 participants across 75 teams. The 2018 edition of the race promises to be the biggest yet!
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Briefing Ajman’s Tourist Development on corporate governance practices
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has received a delegation from the Department of Tourist Development in Ajman and briefed them on the best corporate governance practices applied.
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Emirates To Launch Non-Stop Dubai-Newark Service With A Second Daily Flight From 1 June
Emirates will introduce a new non-stop service between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Dubai from 1 June 2018, adding to its existing daily flight which operates with a stop in Athens, Greece.
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UAE Ambassador Discusses Poland’s Participation In Expo 2020 Dubai
Dr. Youssef Al Sabri, UAE Ambassador to Poland, and a delegation from the Expo 2020 Dubai team met this week with Polish officials managing their country’s participation in the event, including Lukasz Porazynski.
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Experts, Entrepreneurs Tackle Six Major Sectors In First Arab Innovation Summit
Experts and entrepreneurs are set to discuss innovation across all major sectors in the upcoming inaugural Arab Innovation Forum, organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF) on February 26-28, 2018, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
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DP World Chairman meets Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at World Economic Forum
The importance of Canada to DP World’s global operations and the global trade enabler’s commitment to the country were a focus of discussions between DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem and Canadian Prime Minister.
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Dubai Customs’ Carpet & Art Oasis 2018 Hits AED20 Million In Sales
Dubai Customs has brought down the curtain on the 23rd edition of Carpet and Art Oasis 2018, with sales hitting AED20 million.
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DSF Prize Winners
In the daily gold promotion run by Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group, shoppers Fathima and Mustafa, both UAE nationals, won ¼ kg of gold each.
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New International Boxing Chief To Be Picked In Dubai On Saturday
Representatives of more than 120 national boxing federations will assemble in Dubai this weekend for an Extraordinary Congress of the International Amateur Boxing Association (AIBA), where they will discuss administrative reforms and pick a new chief to lead the organisation.
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Tristar To Host Toastmasters World Champion Mark Brown And Finalist Kwong Yue Yang In Dubai
Tristar Group will celebrate the 100thsession of its Toastmasters Club meeting with the "World Champion of Public Speaking" winner Mark Brown and two-time finalist Kwong Yang, along with other eminent speakers in Dubai.
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UAE Ranks 13th Most Promising Economy For Investment In UN Survey
The UAE has been named the 13th Most Promising Home Economy for Investment in 2017-19 according to a survey conducted by the United Nations Council for Trade and Development, UNCTAD, and Investment Promotion Agency, IPA, Observer.
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Study Ranks UAE 1st Amongst World’s ’Movers’, 10th For ’Power’
The United Arab Emirates has been ranked 1st in the world in terms of being different and distinctive and 10th in the world in the way it projects its power on the global stage.
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Dubai Celebrates Two Dynamic Wins At CIFFT 2017
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) is celebrating two award wins at the 29thedition of the CIFFT 2017 Awards, held in the beginning of December 2017 at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber in Vienna.
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Donaldson Flirts With Course Record At Omega Dubai Desert Classic
Jamie Donaldson flirted with the long-standing course record 61 before settling for a 10-under 62 to sit atop a tight leaderboard.
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Record Number Of Dubai Holding Employees To Participate In Dubai Marathon
Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, is once again expected to field the largest corporate team for the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon with record participation by 3,492 employees from the Corporate Office, Jumeirah Group.
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Federal Tax Authority Launches VAT Calculator And Tax Registration Number Verification Service On Website
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a Tax Registration Number (TRN) verification service on its website, where consumers can check the authenticity of tax invoices and ensure that the merchants and service providers issuing them are registered with the FTA.
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Dubai Tourism and Huawei CBG join forces to position Dubai as a must-visit destination
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unite their efforts in positioning Dubai as the destination of choice for tourists from the Middle East, Africa, and China.
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UAE Ambassador Launches Smartphone Application To Help Indians Apply For Work Visas
Dr. Ahmed Abdulrahman Al Banna, UAE Ambassador to India, yesterday launched a smartphone application in New Delhi aimed at helping Indian citizens apply for a work visa to the UAE.
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Dubai’s Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation Collaborates with IBM to Launch Cloud Disaster Recovery Service
IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Dubai’s Port, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), and its technical arm, DUTECH, today announced an agreement to launch a cloud-based disaster recovery service in Dubai.
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The Sustainable City, Dubai To Host Finale Of 2018 Electric Vehicle Road Trip
The Electric Vehicle Road Trip Middle East will reach its final destination at The Sustainable City, Dubai on January 26th at 2:00pm, where a huge community celebration will take place to welcome home the convoy from the epic nine-day road trip.
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Dubai Airports Strengthens Foreign Exchange Offering With Extended Travelex Partnership
Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s number one airport for international passengers (DXB) and Travelex, one of the world’s largest currency exchange network.
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International Symposium Of Neurology And Neurosurgery Coming To Dubai
King’s College Hospital London, has signed a Memorandum Of Understanding (MoU) with the Mohammed bin Rashid University of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU), solidifying the two year partnership.
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Bulgari Opens in Dubai Duty Free
Glamorous Rome comes to dazzling Dubai as Bulgari reveals its Peter Marino-concept boutique opening for the first time at Dubai Duty Free in Dubai International Airport.
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Australian Open Performances Set Up Epic Showdowns At Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships
With less than four weeks to go until the first ball is struck, a host of stars who have booked their flights to Dubai have been taking the Australian circuit by storm.
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Riverland Dubai Presents An Incredible Lineup Of Jaw Dropping Specticals And World Class Athletes At The Second Edition Of "Xtreme Acts On The River"
Adrenaline and thrill seekers are in for a treat as Riverland™ Dubai, the free to enter, themed dining and entertainment destination located at the heart of Dubai Parks and Resorts, will bring back the "Xtreme Acts on the River" event for the second year running for 4 days.
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Dubai’s Port, Customs And Free Zone Corporation Collaborates With IBM To Launch Cloud Disaster Recovery Service
As part of the agreement, IBM will implement an IBM Cloud-based Disaster Recovery as a Service (DRaaS) solution at DUTECH’s data center.
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DTCM And Huawei CBG Join Forces To Position Dubai As The Best Destination To Visit
Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to unite their efforts in positioning Dubai as the destination of choice for tourists from Middle East, Africa, and China.
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Aqaba And Thessaloniki Become The Latest Destinations To Join flydubai’s Growing Network
Dubai-based flydubai has announced the start of flights to Thessaloniki in Greece and Aqaba in Jordan from June 2018.
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Champions Line Up For Title Defence At Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon
Defending champions Tamirat Tola and Worknesh Degefa will face a powerful elite field of Olympians and major city Marathon winners with more than 40 international titles between them when the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon is held on Friday (January 26).
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Empower Opens New Customer Happiness Centre In Jumeirah Lake Towers To Serve Around 30,000 Customers
Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, recently opened its new customer happiness centrein Al Mas Tower located in Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT) district in Dubaito serve around30,000 district cooling users.
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Atlantis The Palm
UAE waterpark fans can rejoice as Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm announces the launch of its 2018 Season Pass, which offers 90 days unlimited access to Aquaventure Waterpark all for the cost of a day visit.
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Federal Tax Authority: Business Sector Highly Cooperative On VAT Regulations
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) reported a high level of responsiveness and cooperation from the shipping, customs clearance, logistics sectors with regulations surrounding the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT), which came into effect on January 1, 2018.
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Nezesaussi Grill Dubai Marina Celebrates Australia Day And Its 1st Birthday On 26 January
It’s been a year since Nezesaussi Grill opened its doors in Address Dubai Marina, and we have a few things up our sleeves to mark the occasion. As the anniversary falls on Australia day, we are offering all guests a Pie and a Pint for AED 99 per person.
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DEWA Participates In 4th Future Accelerators Programme
The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, DEWA, has announced its participation in the fourth Dubai Future Accelerators Programme, organised by the Dubai Future Foundation.
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Dubai Named Candidate City For The 12th World Chambers Congress In 2021
Dubai has been selected as a candidate city for the 12th World Chambers Congress (WCC) in 2021, the largest international event of its kind attracting the participation of 14,000 chambers of commerce from 100 countries.
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UAE Doctors Launch First Virtual Humanitarian City
In an unprecedented step, UAE Doctors have launched the ’Zayed Virtual Humanitarian City’. The world’s first virtual humanitarian city will provide realistic solutions to social issues and assist international humanitarian relief efforts.
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RTA Holds Induction Workshops About Artificial Intelligence In Coordination With Global Firms
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held a series of induction workshops about Artificial Intelligence (AI) for leaders and staff of the RTA in conjunction with a host of global firms.
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Art Dubai Announces Details For Global Art Forum
Art Dubai announced today the full programme for the 12th edition of the Global Art Forum, taking place in two sessions in February and March this year.
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UAE To Establish Fourth Industrial Revolution Centre, Implement 4IR Protocol
Mohammad bin Abdullah Al Gergawi, Minister of Cabinet Affairs and The Future, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees and Managing Director of the Dubai Future Foundation, DFF, and Professor Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum.
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Dubai shopping festival builds great momentum for business
As the 23rd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) enters its home stretch, key economic sectors in Dubai have reported improved performance in the first half of the festival, creating the perfect momentum for businesses in Dubai at the beginning of the year.
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Emirates NBD Adopts Dual-Agency Model For 2018
Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region today announced that it will adopt a dual-agency model for 2018.
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Dubai Land Department Announces The Completion Of The First Phase Of Building Classification Project
Dubai Land Department (DLD) recently announced the completion of the first phase of its building classification project, which was launched earlier in 2015 as an initiative from DLD to survey real estate projects across Dubai. Phase one focused specifically on (non-freehold) old areas in Dubai.
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Al Tayer Briefs Russian Delegation On RTA Experience In Constructing Road Projects, Mass Transit Systems
HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has received in his office a visiting delegation of the Russian Republic headed by HE Maxim Ristnikov, Mayor of Perm City.
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Jumeirah Group Launches A New Hotel Experience For The Curious Traveller, Zabeel House By Jumeirah
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, today announced the launch of Zabeel House by Jumeirah.
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Ibn Battuta Mall Welcomes 21 Million Visitors In 2017
Ibn Battuta Mall, one of Nakheel Malls’ retail, entertainment and shopping destinations, welcomed a record 21 million visitors in 2017.
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Road Closure And Route Information For The Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon (Jan 26)
The elite athletes competing in this week’s Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon may have record-breaking ambitions following some slight changes to the route for the 19th staging of the Middle East’s biggest mass participation event on Friday (January 26).
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Barcelona’s Handball Stars To Battle In Dubai For $500,000 Prize-Purse
Come December and two of Europe’s biggest teams, nine-time European Champions League winners FC Barcelona Handbol and 2016 continental champions PGE Vive Kielce.
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Expo 2020 Dubai Launches First Global Marketing Campaign
Expo 2020 Dubai has launched its first international marketing campaign, using hands to demonstrate the power of human collaboration.
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Latifa Hospital’s Emergency Department To Undergo Expansion That Will Expand Its Patient Capacity From 30,000 To 60,000
Latifa Hospital for Women and Children announced that it will begin the expansion of its emergency department this year to double its capacity from 30,000 to 60,000 patients annually.
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Expo 2020 Dubai Awards Two Major Construction Contracts To Laing O’Rourke
Expo 2020 Dubai has awarded two major construction contracts worth a combined AED670 million to international building company, Laing O’Rourke.
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Shoppers Capture DSF Moments On Social Media
Shoppers have been showing their love for Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) across social media, with many sharing snaps of their best bargains or taking selfies when participating in the array of DSF events and activities taking place in the city’s shopping malls.
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HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Reviews Progress Of Dubai Creek Tower
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed the progress of Dubai Creek Tower, the global icon in the heart of the 6 sq km Dubai Creek Harbour.
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Dubai Health Authority Announces Launch Of The 1st Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum
The Dubai Health Authority announced the launch of the 1st Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum, which will take on 20-21 February, in Dubai.
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Iconic Waterfront Destinations Mark The End Of DSF With Dazzling Fireworks
Al Seef, La Mer and The Beach, world-class waterfront destinations by Meraas will simultaneously mark the end of the 23rd edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) with a spectacular firework show on 27 January 2018.
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Pat Perez Impressed By Phenomenal Dubai Growth
Pat Perez is floored by the exponential growth of Dubai, saying the city is a lot bigger than he had thought ahead of making his first appearance in the Omega Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club.
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DHA Announces Launch Of 1st Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum
The Dubai Health Authority, DHA, today announced the launch of the 1st Dubai International Medical Tourism Forum, which will be held on 20th and 21st February, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council.
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DP World and (NIIF) partner to create platform for investments in ports, transportation and logistics sector
DP World and India’s NIIF announce the creation of an investment platform to invest in ports, terminals, transportation and logistics businesses in India.
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Dubai To Host UAE Waterbike Series On Saturday
The Dubai International Marine Club will organise the UAE Waterbike Series on Saturday, 27th January, as part of the 2017 - 2018 sports calendar.
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Fleetwood Back On Top Of The Race To Dubai After Second Abu Dhabi Win
Reigning Race to Dubai champion Tommy Fleetwood is in familiar territory after moving to the top of this season’s Race to Dubai rankings by successfully defending his Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship presented by EGA title.
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Landmark Group Reiterates Employee Happiness Through ’Helping Hands’ Initiative
Landmark Group, the Middle East’s leading retail and hospitality conglomerate, has introduced the ’Helping Hands’ initiative - between January 18 and 28 - where the company’s senior leadership visited Landmark outlets across the UAE to lend their retail staff.
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RTA And Sustainable City Sign MoU To Operate Autonomous Vehicles
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Sustainable City Project have signed an MoU for the operation of autonomous vehicles within the facilities of the project situated in Dubai Land, Al Qudra Road, starting from February 2018.
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UAE’s Largest Dining Loyalty Programme, Emirates NBD’s Bon Appetit Collaborates With Zomato On Restaurant Awards
Emirates NBD’s Bon Appetit, the UAE’s largest dining loyalty programme has partnered with Zomato, the global food discovery and UAE’s leading online food ordering platform to create the ’Emirates NBD - Bon Appetit Zomato User Choice Awards’.
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Nissan Unveils Xmotion Concept
Nissan has revealed the Xmotion concept, a design exploration for a potentially groundbreaking compact SUV, building on the company’s long history of cutting-edge crossovers and SUVs.
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Come Experience The Teas Of The World At Global Village
With the weather continuing at a steady chill and thousands of feet of exciting experiences to cover, you’ll want to keep your energy up at the premiere destination for family and fun; Global Village! And what better way to stay elevated than with a cup of tea?
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Dubai Business Women Council Launches ’Spirit Of Zayed’ Mentorship Programme For UAE’s Trailblazing Women
Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has marked the ’Year of Zayed’ with the launch of a mentorship programme designed to honour the pioneering vision ofSheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Father in the UAE, and facilitate the full participation of women across socio-economic life.
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Dubai Cares Reveals Scale Of Its Philanthropic Efforts For "Year Of Giving"
Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has revealed the scale and impact of its philanthropic efforts for 2017, the "Year of Giving".
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DFSA And Central Bank Of Bahrain Sign MoU
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Central Bank of Bahrain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week to cooperate in the supervision and authorisation of firms operating in both markets.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Inspires Staff To Get ’DIB Active’
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the UAE’s largest Islamic Bank, has launched a new health and fitness initiative for employees aimed at encouraging them to lead healthier, fitter and happier lives.
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Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre Enrols As Observer Member Of Responsible Finance & Investment Foundation
The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) has enrolled as an observer member of the Responsible Finance & Investment (RFI) Foundation, signalling the rising stature of Islamic finance among the world’s responsible finance systems.
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Nearly 75,500 residents win prizes with National Bonds’ 2017 Reward Program
National Bonds Corporation PJSC (NBC), a leading investment company providing innovative, Shari’a-compliant financial products and services in the UAE, has today announced the total number of awards given out to customers as part of its Annual Rewards Program in 2017.
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Princess Haya launches news fund to support immediate response to global emergencies
Wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, Chairperson of the International Humanitarian City and UN Messenger of Peace.
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Live, Exclusive Streaming Of Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards On ’Dubai One’
The 24th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards will be broadcast exclusively live by Dubai One on January 22nd at 5.00 a.m. UAE time, 01.00 GMT, from Los Angeles, Dubai Media Incorporated has announced.
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DEWA awards smart water distribution project
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has awarded a project to supply and commission a smart water distribution project. The project will monitor and control remote data collection of the water distribution network in Dubai.
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Dubai Islamic Bank Named ’Fastest Growing Bank In The UAE’ By International Finance Magazine
Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, was recognized as the Fastest Growing Bank in the country at this year’s International Finance Magazine Awards.
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DIEDC Enrols as Observer Member of Responsible Finance & Investment Foundation
The Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) has enrolled as an observer member of the Responsible Finance & Investment (RFI) Foundation, signalling the rising stature of Islamic finance among the world’s responsible finance systems.
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Dubai To Host First Arab Land Conference
Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that Dubai has been chosen to host the First Arab Land Conference, which will be held between 26 -28 February 2018.
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Dubai Municipality Gets Future Ready With Artificial Intelligence
As a major part of the UAE Centennial 2070 objectives, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai recently announced the need for a UAE Strategy for Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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RTA Spreads Dirham Khair Initiative In 7000 Taxis
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed that it had spread the Dirham Khair; one of the seven initiatives launched under RTA Foundation, to 7000 taxicabs.
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AMAF Inaugurates Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor’s Endowment Project Worth AED8 Million
Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, AMAF, today inaugurated the first endowment residential and commercial project in Al Bada’a area of Dubai, funded by an endowment from Khalaf Ahmad Al Habtoor, Chairman of Al Habtoor Group.
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Emaar Beachfront Sets New Milestone With Launch Of Miami Beach Style Residences Clinching AED 1 Billion In Sale
Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has recorded total sales worth approximately AED 1 billion at the launch of the first residences in Emaar Beachfront, the restricted island destination in the Arabian Gulf, following the overwhelming response from UAE-based and international investors.
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Dubai Investments Buys Union Properties’ Stake In Emicool
Dubai Investments PJSC [DFM: DIC], the leading, diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, has acquired additional 50% stake in Emirates District LLC [Emicool] from Union Properties PJSC for AED 500 million.
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Fun City Launches The First Ever Completely Integrated E-Commerce Site For An FEC Globally
Fun City, UAE’s largest family entertainment center has announced the launch of the world’s first E-Commerce website for an FEC that enables customers to buy a card online, topup online.
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RTA opens 32-km cycle tracks at a cost of AED67 million
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is gearing up for the opening of cycle tracks stretching 32 km in Mushrif, Mirdif and Al Khawaneej early next month (February).
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UAE cruise ship calls to increase in winter
Featuring 11 and 14-night cruises, MSC Lirica will be making her debut in the UAE in November, offering longer itineraries, two overnight stays in Dubai, and cruises to India for the first time.
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The Silk Road caravan brings an exceptional necklace to Global Village
Grand musical portrays a love story set in the Umayyad period.
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DEWA strengthens ties with US Department of Energy
Al Tayer noted that DEWA has a comprehensive strategy for the energy sector, which it translated into practical strategies.
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Dubai Logistics Corridor - A game changer in the transport and logistics sector
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) the flagship free zone subsidiary of global trade enabler DP World has opened the "Jafza Bridge" for traffic, linking Jafza North and Jafza South across Sheikh Zayed Road.
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Opening cycle tracks in 3 residential districts February 2018
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is gearing up for the opening of cycle tracks stretching 32 km in Mushrif, Mirdif and Al Khawaneej early next month (February 2018).
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RTA offers 250 plates comprising 3, 4 and 5 digits in 51st online auction
Registration of bidders starts on Sunday 21st January. The bidding will start at 08:00 am on 28th Jan 2018 and continue for five days.
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Emirates Signs Agreement For Up To 36 Additional A380s
Dubai-based Emirates Airline has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to acquire up to 36 additional A380 aircraft.
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At Emaar Beachfront, A Private Gated Island Destination In The Arabian Gulf, Discover Miami Beach Style Living In Dubai
Emaar Development (DFM: EMAARDEV) has unveiled a private gated island destination in the Arabian Gulf, offering residents the opportunity to experience Miami beach style living in Dubai.
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Opening new bridge at Airport-Casablanca Streets Intersection
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to open a new bridge at the intersection of Airport-Casablanca Streets, on 19th January 2018, nearby the Cargo Village building. A one-lane bridge has been added to serve the traffic from the Airport Street in the Direction of Casablanca Street.
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Mohammed bin Rashid Launches Marmoom Desert Conservation Reserve
The Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has launched the Marmoom Reserve project, the first unfenced desert conservation reserve in the country.
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5000 trucks with remote monitoring Devices
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirms that more than 5,000 heavy vehicles have been fitted with smart monitoring devices that remotely detect vehicle faults and drivers attitudes on roads.
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Dubai Chamber to host series of ’Business Best Practice Seminars’ for Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Business Award
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it will host a series of ’Business Best Practice Seminars’ this month as part of the 10th cycle of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum (MRM) Business Award and the 2nd cycle of the MRM Business Innovation Award.
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What would you do if you won a million dirhams?
The Emirates NBD Million Dirham Putt competition is drawing closer to its climax, with just two rounds left to find UAE’s next millionaire.
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Microsoft & GEMS Education Team Up On Digital Transformation For Students And Teachers
In furtherance of Microsoft’s resolute commitment to the enhancement of learning experiences worldwide, the company today announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with leading global education provider GEMS Education.
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