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New exit eases traffic congestion around Dubai’s Ras Al Khor
A new exit is set to open in early August to ease traffic from Dubai's Financial Centre Street towards Ras Al Khor Road, near the Bu Kadra Interchange.
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UAE fuel prices announced for August
Motorists in the UAE will be paying marginally less for petrol in August, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
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Parkin to manage mosque parking spaces in Dubai
Parkin is set to operate and manage 2,100 parking spaces across 59 mosques in Dubai from August under a new agreement with the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activates Department (IACAD).
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Emirates suspends social media advertisements amid scam surge
Emirates Airline has suspended all advertising on social media platforms as it addresses a wave of fraudulent adverts and warns customers against fake ticket promotions.
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UAE Central Bank revokes licence of Gomti Exchange
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of Dubai-based Gomti Exchange and removed its name from the registry over alleged non-compliance with anti-money laundering laws.
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UAE launches 'advertiser permit' to regulate social media promotions
All content creators will need a mandatory "advertiser permit" for social media promotions, whether paid or unpaid, the UAE Media Council announced on Wednesday.
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UAE expands Gaza relief efforts with land, air deliveries
The UAE, in coordination with Jordan, has continued its humanitarian airdrop missions over Gaza under the 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.
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UAE launches smart system to combat human trafficking
The National Committee to Combat Human Trafficking (NCCHT) has announced the launch of a new smart referral system to combat human trafficking, as well as an action plan that seeks to eliminate the root causes of trafficking.
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UAE, India reinforce robust strategic partnership
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have held talks focused on deepening cooperation between the two nations.
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Dubai steps up food safety with over 34,000 inspections
Dubai Municipality is reporting major progress in food safety for the first half of 2025.
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UAE President welcomes UK PM's intention to recognise Palestinian state
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed the intention of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestinian statehood.
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UAE Central Bank shuts down exchange house over compliance violations
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has revoked the licence of Al Nahdi Exchange, removing it from the official register of exchange houses.
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UAE delivers strong call for global action to end Gaza conflict at UN
The UAE has issued a strong call for urgent international action to end the ongoing violence and secure a lasting peace through a two-state solution at a high-level United Nations conference.
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UAE steps up Gaza relief efforts with more airdrops
The UAE, in partnership with Jordan, has completed its 56th airdrop of humanitarian aid over Gaza under the 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.
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UAE reaffirms commitment to combatting human trafficking
The UAE has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to fighting human trafficking.
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UAE President issues decree promoting H.H. Sheikh Hamdan
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has been promoted to the rank of General.
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Dubai Police recover AED 1.1 million jewellery bag in cross-border operation
In a remarkable display of international cooperation, Dubai Police have successfully recovered and returned a jewellery bag worth over AED 1.1 million to a UAE resident.
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CBUAE suspends motor insurance operations of foreign insurer
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has suspended the motor insurance operations of a foreign insurer’s branch, citing non-compliance with key financial regulations.
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Abu Dhabi expands driverless taxi service to Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced the expansion of autonomous taxi services to "high-density areas" like Al Reem and Al Maryah Islands.
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UAE continues humanitarian airdrops over Gaza
The UAE, in cooperation with Jordan, has carried out its 55th humanitarian airdrop over the Gaza Strip, marking the second day in a row of airborne aid deliveries under the 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.
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New exit eases traffic congestion around Dubai’s Ras Al Khor
A new exit is set to open in early August to ease traffic from Dubai's Financial Centre Street towards Ras Al Khor Road, near the Bu Kadra Interchange.
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UAE fuel prices announced for August
Motorists in the UAE will be paying marginally less for petrol in August, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
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Parkin to manage mosque parking spaces in Dubai
Parkin is set to operate and manage 2,100 parking spaces across 59 mosques in Dubai from August under a new agreement with the Islamic Affairs & Charitable Activates Department (IACAD).
