Al Noor Hospitals has approved a AED 7.5 billion takeover by South Africa’s Mediclinic. More than 98% of Al Noor's shareholders voted in favour of the deal. It’s hoped the combination of the companies will produce a major regional presence, to be the biggest private healthcare provider in the UAE. Chief Executive of Mediclinic Middle East, David Hadley, explained to ARN why the investment was made.
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Abu Dhabi Crown Prince arrives in India for AI Impact Summit
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UAE strengthens market oversight to ensure price stability for Ramadan
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A team of experts from the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has established the first UAE laboratories at the Bulgarian Antarctic Base on Livingston Island during their second scientific expedition to Antarctica.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received US Senator Lindsey Graham at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday.
The UAE Tour 2026 has announced several road closures for the fourth stage of the race, where cyclists will cover a total of 182 km as they pass through the greatest number of different Emirates in the challenge, starting from 12:50 pm.
