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Dubai: Driverless, AI-powered police patrol cars unveiled at GITEX
Abu Dhabi: A self-driving patrol and AI (artificial intelligence)-powered patrol cars have been unveiled in the five-day GITEX Global 2023, which commenced in Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday, October 16. Under…
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Abu Dhabi Airport’s new terminal opening date announced
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) is set to open its much-anticipated new terminal building to the public on Wednesday, November 1, a day after Etihad’s ceremonial flight takes off. Airlines will transition…
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24/7 kiosks for instant renewal of Emirates ID, passport in UAE soon
Abu Dhabi: In the United Arab Emirates (UAE), residents and citizens may soon be able to instantly renew their passports, and Emirates ID at any time within minutes through 24/7 kiosks. The…
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Iraq signs deals with UAE firm to develop three oil, gas fields
Baghdad: Iraq signed three contracts with the United Arab Emirates’ Crescent Petroleum to develop three oil and gas fields in the eastern and southern regions of the country, the Iraqi Oil Ministry…
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Hyderabad-based firm takes part in world’s largest startup event
Hyderabad: A Hyderabad-based startup, BioReform Pvt Ltd, is showcasing its eco-friendly GreenyBags at this year’s Expand North Star, the world’s largest startup show. Expand North Star, hosted by the Dubai Chamber of…
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SBA, EPA withdraw from Frankfurt Book Fair after award for Palestinian author cancelled
The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) and the Emirates Publishers Association (EPA) on Saturday decided to withdraw from the Frankfurt Book Fair, scheduled to be held from October 18 to 22 at the Frankfurt…
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UAE allocates USD 200M to boost growth in low-income countries
Abu Dhabi: The UAE has announced it will participate in funding the Poverty Reduction and Growth Trust (PRGT), allocating US$200 million (AED735 million), within its efforts to expand concessional financing for low-income…
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UAE opens mobile hospital in earthquake-hit Afghanistan
Abu Dhabi: In implementation of directives of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Joint Command Operations of the Ministry of Defence announced the launch of a humanitarian operation in Herat area…
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Video: Exhausted man rescued from UAE’s Fujairah mountains
The National Search and Rescue Centre (NSRC) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) rescued a man who got stuck and stranded in the mountains of Fujairah. He was found in a severe…
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Coke Studio Live Dubai concert: Date, venue & other details
After the tremendous success of the 2022 show in Dubai, the much-loved music platform Coke Studio Pakistan is once again bringing the Coke Studio Live concert. The Coke Studio artists will grace the…
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Tram-like electric bus launched in Abu Dhabi; here are details
Abu Dhabi: In a significant move aimed at modernizing the transportation system in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), a new tram-like electric bus has rolled out in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Media…
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After US, UAE ranks second in hosting wealthy Indians globally
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become the second-largest home for wealthy non-resident Indians (NRI’s) globally, with up to 20 Indian-origin businessmen residing in the country. The findings were revealed in the…
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UAE sends urgent relief aid for Afghanistan earthquake victims
Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates has dispatched urgent relief aid to Afghanistan to help those affected by the earthquake that struck Herat Province, western Afghanistan, and resulted in thousands of deaths…
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Travel from UAE to Oman by bus at just Dh 50 — check details
Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) recently announced the launch of a new bus route from Ras Al Khaimah, UAE and Musandam, Oman, starting Friday, October 6. Taking to social media, RAKTA…
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RTA begins trial run of driverless taxis in Dubai
Abu Dhabi: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai has started supervised testing of Chevrolet Bolt-based driverless vehicles in Jumeirah 1. The testing comes after US self-driving tech company Cruise was…
