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UAE delivers 65 tonnes of critical medical supplies for Gaza
The UAE has delivered 65 tonnes of essential medicines and aid supplies to WHO warehouses, in preparation for distribution to hospitals across the Gaza Strip.
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New 4-lane underpass to cut travel time between Dubai's key roads by 61%
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened an 800-metre four-lane underpass that will cut travel time between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Al Khail roads by 61 per cent, dropping from 9.7 minutes to 3.8 minutes.
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Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad named chairman of new National Anti-Narcotics Authority
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced the establishment of the National Anti-Narcotics Authority and named Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan as its Chairman.
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Dubai arrests 2 men for channelling illegal funds via digital wallets
Two men have been arrested in Dubai for duping several people into using their bank accounts or digital wallets to channel funds obtained through online fraud.
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UAE conducts 60th airdrop, delivers 22 medical trucks into Gaza
The United Arab Emirates has continued humanitarian efforts to support Palestinians in the Gaza Strip with the 60th airdrop of humanitarian aid as part of the “Operation Birds of Goodness'' campaign, which falls under the larger “Operation Chivalrous Knight 3”.
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HH Sheikh Mohammed trials Dubai to Fujairah train
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, on Friday, took a test journey aboard the Etihad Rail passenger train, travelling from Dubai to Fujairah to inspect progress on the national rail network.
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Abu Dhabi industrial facility suspended over air quality violations
Operations at an industrial facility in Abu Dhabi’s Mussafah area have been temporarily suspended for violating environmental standards, including excessive air emissions.
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BRIDGE Roadshow lands in Shanghai as UAE leads global media dialogue
The BRIDGE Roadshow continues its global journey, with Shanghai hosting the latest stop in a series of high-level gatherings focused on the future of media and communication.
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UAE welcomes intent of 10 nations to recognise State of Palestine
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs has welcomed the intention of Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Malta, Finland, Iceland, Luxembourg, Andorra, Portugal and San Marino's to recognise the State of Palestine.
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UAE Central Bank fines exchange house AED10.7 million
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has imposed a fine of AED10.7 million on an exchange house for violations of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing regulations.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praises UAE National Service recruits' military skills
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has praised the discipline and readiness of UAE National Service recruits.
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UAE continues Gaza aid airdrops for fifth consecutive day
For the fifth day in a row, the UAE has continued its humanitarian airdrop operations over Gaza, in coordination with Jordan, as part of the ongoing 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.
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Over 900 students graduate from Dubai Police's summer programme
A total of 922 students from 28 nationalities have graduated from Dubai Police's summer programme.
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UAE President receives H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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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 delivers 65 tonnes of critical medical supplies for Gaza
The UAE has delivered 65 tonnes of essential medicines and aid supplies to WHO warehouses, in preparation for distribution to hospitals across the Gaza Strip.
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New 4-lane underpass to cut travel time between Dubai's key roads by 61%
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened an 800-metre four-lane underpass that will cut travel time between Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Al Khail roads by 61 per cent, dropping from 9.7 minutes to 3.8 minutes.
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Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad named chairman of new National Anti-Narcotics Authority
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced the establishment of the National Anti-Narcotics Authority and named Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad bin Hamdan Al Nahyan as its Chairman.
