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UAE and Qatar sign MoU to boost labour, HR cooperation
The UAE and Qatar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost cooperation in labour and human resources development.
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Arab League endorses Egyptian-Saudi vision for regional security
The Council of the League of Arab States has adopted a resolution supporting a joint Egyptian-Saudi initiative aimed at boosting regional security and cooperation.
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New traffic diversions announced for Dubai Metro Blue Line works
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new traffic diversions as construction begins on the Dubai Metro Blue Line project.
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Sharjah Ruler supports rehabilitation of Beirut Grand Theatre
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has provided financial support for the rehabilitation of the historic Beirut Grand Theatre under UNESCO's international campaign to restore the cultural landmark in the Lebanese capital.
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Dubai Culture launches Emirati Music Education Programme
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched a new Emirati Music Education Programme that aims to discover and develop young Emirati musicians aged 5 to 18 with advanced trainings in classical performance.
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UAE expresses solidarity with Portugal over cable car crash victims
The UAE expressed its solidarity and condolences with Portugal following the derailment of the Glória funicular cable car in Lisbon, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
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UAE urges global action to stop Israeli aggression on Gaza
The UAE has called for the strongest possible international support to halt the Israeli aggression on Gaza and ensure the swift delivery of unhindered humanitarian aid.
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UAE aid convoy enters Gaza with medical, food supplies
A UAE humanitarian aid convoy has entered the Gaza Strip via Egypt’s Rafah Border Crossing, as part of ongoing relief efforts under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
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BRIDGE roadshow in Cairo sets stage for Abu Dhabi’s global media gathering
As part of its global roadshow leading up to the BRIDGE Summit 2025, the world’s largest gathering for media, content and entertainment, the BRIDGE team made a major stop in Cairo this week.
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Dubai's next-gen traffic signal system slashes delays on key corridors
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is reporting impressive results from Phase 1 of its upgraded central traffic signal control system.
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Dubai launches community drive to repaint graffiti-affected walls
Dubai Municipality has launched a community-driven initiative to repaint walls affected by random graffiti across the city.
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Roblox temporarily disables certain chat features in UAE
Authorities in the UAE have temporarily disabled some chat features in the UAE, along with the introduction of enhanced moderation content and Arabic communication for audiences in the country.
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UAE leaders reflect on Prophet's legacy on birth anniversary
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages honouring Prophet Muhammed (PBUH)'s enduring legacy on his birth anniversary.
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UAE condemns Israeli targeting of UN peacekeeping forces in Lebanon
The UAE has strongly condemned the Israeli military’s grenade attacks near the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) positions in Lebanon.
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Dubai confirms free parking this Friday
Public parking zones in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals and Al Khail Gate parking (N.365), will be free of charge on Friday, September 5 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
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UAE, Saudi leaders discuss strategic ties and regional stability
The UAE and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their strong bilateral ties during high-level talks in Riyadh on Wednesday.
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Dubai Police urge drivers to maintain safe distance after fatal crash
Dubai Police are urging drivers to keep a safe distance on the roads, warning that failure to do so remains one of the leading causes of serious, and sometimes fatal, accidents.
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UAE President begins fraternal visit to Saudi Arabia
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has begun a fraternal visit to Saudi Arabia.
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UAE sends rescue team for Afghanistan quake relief mission
Emergency crew from the UAE have departed to Afghanistan to carry out search and relief operations after a deadly earthquake struck eastern parts of the country.
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UAE expresses solidarity with Sudan over Darfur landslide victims
The UAE has expressed solidarity with the Sudanese people after a devastating landslide in the Darfur region killed over a 1,000 people and destroyed the village of Tarasin in the mountainous Jebel Marra area.
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UAE and Qatar sign MoU to boost labour, HR cooperation
The UAE and Qatar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost cooperation in labour and human resources development.
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Arab League endorses Egyptian-Saudi vision for regional security
The Council of the League of Arab States has adopted a resolution supporting a joint Egyptian-Saudi initiative aimed at boosting regional security and cooperation.
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New traffic diversions announced for Dubai Metro Blue Line works
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new traffic diversions as construction begins on the Dubai Metro Blue Line project.
