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UAE: Muslim expats can sponsor 2 wives at same time; Here’s all you need to know
Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has said that Muslims residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are allowed to sponsor two wives at the…
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UAE announces Eid Al Adha holiday dates
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) Federal Government Human Resources Authority (FAHR) on Sunday announced Eid Al Adha holidays for public sector employees. Public sector will get holidays from Dhul-Hijjah 9 to…
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Dubai ranked 3rd-prominent city globally, beats Paris, New York
Abu Dhabi: Dubai has been ranked as the third-prominent city in the world, according to the recent rankings by UK-based The Economist. The city was named ahead of cities like Paris, New York,…
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Just in time for summer travel: Etihad offers cheap flights
If you travel frequently then you probably feeling the pinch of increased airfare prices, especially during the summer season. Just in time for summer travel, Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has announced a special discount…
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Dubai: Ugandan woman gives birth on RTA double-decker bus to Ajman
Abu Dhabi: A Ugandan woman in Dubai unexpectedly gave birth on a double-decker intercity bus headed to Ajman, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has said. The authorities confirmed that both the mother…
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UAE, Turkish Presidents discuss bilateral relations
Istanbul: President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived today in Turkiye for a working visit and met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. The two leaders reviewed the growing bilateral ties between…
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Abu Dhabi bike race to take place this November
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that the second edition of the Bike Abu Dhabi Gran Fondo will be held on November 18, 2023. The race will comprise a 154…
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UAE: Indian expat wins Rs 4 lakh, to donate to Odisha train crash victims
Abu Dhabi: A 28-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Indian expatriate won the grand prize of Dirhams 20,000 (Rs 4,48,927) in Dream Island’s scratch card game. The winner of the game Sahajan Mohammad…
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Emirati, American take home Rs 8.24 crore each in DDF draw
Abu Dhabi: Emirati and American nationals won the grand prize of one million dollars (Rs 8,24,94,700) each in the Dubai Duty-Free draw (DDF) on Wednesday. Thirty-three-year-old Jaber Al Zaabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)…
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UAE Mahzooz Draw: 55-yr-old Lebanese-French expat wins Rs 2.24 cr on first try
Abu Dhabi: A 55-year-old United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based Lebanese-French expat won a guaranteed raffle prize of Dirhams one million (Rs 2,24,61,020) for the first time she participated in the Mahzooz draw. The…
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Dubai airport announces new rule for passenger pickups
Abu Dhabi: Dubai International Airport (DXB) has announced that only public transport and other authorised vehicles will have access to the arrivals forecourt in Terminal 1, starting from June 8. The move…
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Dubai: Global Village announces new opening date for season 28
Abu Dhabi: The popular family-friendly destination Dubai’s Global Village will now open its door for season 28 on October 18, instead of October 25. This is in response to “overwhelming demand, and…
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Snow Abu Dhabi: Ticket prices, timings, all you need to know
Abu Dhabi: Are you looking for a way to beat the scorching summer heat and have some fun? Snow Abu Dhabi, a sub-zero indoor park, opened its doors to the public on…
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UAE announces four-day work week for some employees
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has announced a four-day workweek and three-day weekend for federal government employees, effective from July 1, 2023. The Federal Government Human Resources Authority said…
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Dubai honours Pakistani driver for returning Rs 22 lakh
Abu Dhabi: A Dubai-based Pakistani driver was honoured by the police for returning Dirhams 101,463 (Rs 22,80,920) after it was forgotten by a passenger. 28-year-old Mohammed Sufian Riyadh, from Pakistan, who works as…
