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240 Palestinian women arrested by Israeli forces since Oct 7
Israeli occupation forces (IOF) have arrested 240 Palestinian women in the West Bank and the territories occupied in 1948 since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas war on October 7, 2023. On the…
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UAE leaders pardon 2,592 prisoners ahead of Ramzan
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) leaders have pardoned 2,592 prisoners ahead of the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH/2024. This humanitarian gesture will give inmates of correctional and penal institutions…
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Video: World’s first 3D-printed mosque opens in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah: In a groundbreaking move, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) recently opened the world’s first mosque built using 3D printing technology within the Al-Jawhara suburb project in Jeddah Governorate. The mosque…
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ICC prosecutor displayed double standards on Palestine: Euro-Med
The prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has displayed a “clear double standard” in handling Israel’s crimes against Palestinians in Gaza Strip. In a statement, on Thursday, March 7, Euro-Med Human…
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Dubai ruler announces 20% annual tax on foreign banks
Dubai: Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai, on Thursday, March 7, issued a law mandating a 20 percent annual tax…
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US approved over 100 weapon sales to Israel since Oct 7: Report
The administration of United States (US) President Joe Biden has quietly approved and deliveree more than 100 sales of weapons to Israel since the beginning of its devastating war on the Gaza Strip on October 7,…
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UAE: Umm Al Quwain govt workers to have 3-day weekends during Ramzan
The government workers in the city of Umm Al Quwain, United Arab Emirates (UAE) will have three-day weekends during Ramzan. The decision is in line with the directives of Sheikh Saud bin…
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Saudi Crown Prince announces transfer of 8% Aramco shares to PIF firms
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud on Thursday, March 7, announced the transfer of 8 percent of Aramco shares to companies fully owned by…
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Qatar announces reduced working hours for Ramzan 2024
Doha: Qatar on Thursday, March 7, announced reduced working hours for ministries, government agencies, and public institutions during the holy month of Ramzan 1445 AH/2024. In a circular issued by the Minister…
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Watch: Meet Sama 2.0, world’s first-ever AI digital human cabin crew
In a groundbreaking move, Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar, recently unveiled Sama 2.0, the world’s first-ever artificial intelligence (AI)-powered digital human cabin crew at ITB Berlin 2024.…
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Watch: Saudi’s NEOM unveils ‘Gidori’ luxury golf resort
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s NEOM, the 500 billion dollar mega tourism project, has announced the development of Gidori, an exclusive private golf community on the breathtaking coastal hills of the Gulf…
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Saudi Arabia condemns Israeli plan to build 3500 settlement units in West Bank
Riyadh: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has condemned the Israeli plan to build about 3,500 new settlement units in the West Bank. The condemnation comes after Israel’s Supreme Planning Council approved…
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Etihad Airways to recruit 2K pilots, cabin crew, mechanics in 2024
If you are looking for a job in the aviation sector in the Middle East, there’s an opportunity for you. Abu Dhabi-based carrier Etihad Airways plans to hire up to 2,000 pilots,…
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UAE retailers barred from hiking prices of 9 food items during Ramzan
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) retailers are not allowed to hike the prices of nine basic commodities without approval from the Ministry of Economy (MoE) during Ramzan. The policy prohibits…