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Taliban prevent Afghan women from attending University in Dubai
Reports indicate that a significant number of young Afghan women have been stopped by the Taliban from embarking on their journey to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), -
Barbie film banned in Algerian cinemas over 'morals corruption'
Algeria has imposed a ban on the widely popular Barbie film just three weeks after its release in the predominantly Muslim North African country. The Ministry of Culture has directed cinemas -
Intensified operations in Istanbul result in detention of over 10,000 illegal migrants
The Interior Ministry's concerted efforts to combat irregular migration in Istanbul have seen significant success, leading to the apprehension and deportation of more than 10,000 illegal -
UAE to host 34th International Biology Olympiad, welcoming students from 80 countries
Preparations have been finalized for the 34th International Biology Olympiad, which will be hosted by the UAE Ministry of Education at the UAE University in Al Ain from July 2 to July 10, 2023. -
Nicolas Whitehead: "Zerah Business School is the only business school in Europe specializing in lobbying and PR"
Education is becoming an increasingly crucial component of contemporary European life. New skills and higher qualifications become necessary elements of the -
Black year for European beekeepers
– ‘Worst on record’ – Italy’s main agricultural union Coldiretti said 2019 has been a “black year”, with “a harvest almost halved” from the 23,300 tonnes of honey collected -
EgyptAir says wreckage from plane found
EgyptAir said wreckage from its passenger plane that crashed into the Mediterranean on Thursday with 66 people on board has been found. "The Egyptian Ministry of Civil Aviation has just received... -
Wave of terror batters fragile Turkish economy
Six suicide attacks in eight months and a spat with Russia have added to concerns for the Turkish economy as tourists flee, taking billions of dollars in spending elsewhere, and foreign investors skirt... -
Japan's top court to rule on 19th-century family lawsJapan's top court will rule this week on a pair of 19th century family laws that critics blast as sexist and out of touch. The Supreme Court will weigh in on the legality of a six-month ban...
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East Asia Pacific ageing faster than anywhere else in history: World BankThe East Asia Pacific region is ageing at a faster rate than any other place in history, the World Bank warned Wednesday, a demographic shift likely to cramp public services and economic growth.
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Qatar hotel occupancy rises by 29%, boosted by tourism and leisure expansion
Qatar’s hospitality sector recorded a significant 29 percent increase in hotel occupancy rates in the second quarter of 2023 compared to the same period last year, with occupancy levels -
Houthi militants launch coordinated attacks on three ships in Red and Mediterranean seas
Yemen's Houthi militants targeted three vessels, including an oil tanker, in the Red and Mediterranean seas with ballistic missiles, drones, and booby-trapped boats, according to a statement on -
Iran and Bahrain plan talks to restore diplomatic ties amid Gulf thaw
Iran and Bahrain have agreed to initiate discussions aimed at restoring diplomatic relations, which were severed nearly eight years ago. -
Green Parks in Abu Dhabi mitigate urban heat island effect by up to 2.2°C: study
A recent study conducted by Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the US tech giant IBM, has unveiled the pivotal role of green -
Saudi Arabia to allow alcohol sales to non-Muslim diplomats, unveiling new regulatory framework
Saudi Arabia is set to permit the sale of alcohol to non-Muslim diplomats, marking a significant shift from its long-standing prohibition. The decision, outlined in a new regulatory framework, -
Possible single visa for GCC residents to enable intra-member state travel soon
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), comprising six countries, is contemplating the implementation of a single visa system, allowing residents to travel freely among member states, according -
Israel's Foreign Minister inaugurates Embassy in Bahrain
Israel's Foreign Minister, Eli Cohen, officially opened the country's permanent embassy in Bahrain. The inauguration took place during Cohen's visit to Bahrain, where he met -
Bahrain enhances prisoners' rights amid mass hunger strike
Bahrain has announced an expansion of certain human rights provisions for individuals within its prison system in response to a mass hunger strike involving hundreds of prisoners in the -
Kuwait plans land transfer valued at $8.1 billion to pension fund - finance ministry
Kuwait's Ministry of Finance announced on Monday its intention to facilitate the transfer of land valued at over 2.5 billion dinars ($8.12 billion) to the nation's pension fund -
Bahrain's real estate sector continues Its upward trajectory
According to a recent report by Savills, Bahrain's real estate sector experienced steady growth in the second quarter of 2023, with positive developments seen in residential sales, rents, and
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Saudi Arabia raises minimum wage for citizens in private sector to SR4,000
Saudi Arabia has increased the minimum wage for its citizens working in the private sector to SR4,000, subsidized by the Human Resources Development... -
Yemen: economic challenges result in drop in seasonal fruit consumption
The seasonal fruit markets in northern Yemen are experiencing an unprecedented slowdown as consumers grapple with purchasing goods amidst worsening... -
UAE to establish specialised federal prosecution eentities for economic crimes and money laundering
The UAE Federal Judicial Council, led by Chairman Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi, has given the green light to the proposal by the UAE Attorney... -
Bahrain-based crypto exchange rain receives permission to operate in UAE
On July 25, 2023, cryptocurrency exchange Rain, based in Bahrain, announced that it has been granted permission to operate in the United Arab Emirates...
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Dubai's commercial transport sector generates 242,000 jobs in 2022
Dubai's commercial transport sector created 242,000 jobs in 2022, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). More than 7,000 companies operate... -
Bahrain commits $1.3 billion investment in UK economy
Yesterday, Bahrain announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Britain, outlining strategic investments and collaborations. According... -
EU wants battery autonomy, but first it needs graphite
As Europe looks to declare its tech independence by becoming a leader in next-generation batteries, it will have to start by making its own graphite.... -
Fear of Big Brother guides EU rules on AI
Amid fears of a Big Brother-style society ruled by machines, the EU will urge authorities and companies to think hard before rolling out facial recognition... -
Google vs EU: a decade-long saga goes to court
Google and the EU have a big day in court Wednesday as the search engine giant enters a new phase of a legal saga that began a decade ago. -
Top EU diplomat to visit Tehran amid nuclear tensions
Top EU diplomat Josep Borrell was Monday due to visit Iran, said officials in Tehran and Brussels, on his first trip there since taking office, aiming... -
EU auto market set for first drop in seven years: carmakers
European new car sales are expected to fall by two percent in 2020, their first decline in seven years, the industry trade association said Wednesday... -
EU to relaunch push to regulate WhatsApp, Skype on privacy
The EU will relaunch its deadlocked effort to more closely regulate internet phone and message services such as WhatsApp, Skype and Messenger, a top... -
Belgium reports first death from vaping
An 18-year-old man died in Belgium of respiratory failure that authorities on Thursday (Nov 14) attributed to vaping and a mixture of harmful products... -
Apple slams EU as epic court battle over tax bill begins
Apple went on the offensive against Brussels in an EU court on Tuesday, fighting the European Commission's landmark order that the iPhone-maker reimburse... -
EU medicines agency loses Brexit court case on London lease
The European Medicines Agency, which is moving from Britain to Amsterdam because of Brexit, on Wednesday lost a court battle to cancel the lease on its... -
Bear bone discovery re-writes human history in Ireland
Analysis of a bear bone found in an Irish cave has provided evidence of human existence in Ireland 2,500 years earlier than previously thought, academics... -
Game over? Computer beats human champ in strategy challenge
In a milestone for artificial intelligence, a computer has beaten a human champion at a strategy game that requires "intuition" rather than brute processing... -
Your tablet screen is brought to you with the aid of ... carrots
This Christmas, as consumers around the world hope Santa will give them a smartphone, TV or tablet computer, few people know that the lowly carrot... -
Plague may have sickened humans far earlier than thought
The plague wiped out millions of people beginning in the sixth century and through medieval times, but a study Thursday suggests the illness...
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Google faces EU anti-trust probe for jobs search tool
The European Commission said Wednesday it had opened an investigation into Google's job search tool on competition grounds, having identified
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Searching for the source of microplastics in European rivers
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Qu Dongyu on Sunday became the first Chinese national to be elected to head the UN's Food and Agriculture Organization,
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EU makes €780 million available in emergency funding for Brexit
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Reaching new heights: Dubai's skyrocketing residential tower
The Dubai Marina district is soon to host what is touted as the world's tallest residential tower, courtesy of Dubai developer Select Group. Rising to... -
Dubai residents to enjoy six-day free parking during Eid Al Fitr festivities
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has unveiled a generous offer for motorists during the upcoming Eid Al Fitr holidays. Parking across Dubai... -
Umrah in Ramadan from the UAE? 3 vital points to consider before departure!
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Sheikh Mohammed establishes 'Parkin' PJSC for Dubai's parking operations
In a recent move, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has sanctioned Law No. (30)...
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UAE's COP28 President defends climate science comments amid criticism
Sultan al-Jaber, the head of the United Nations climate conference in Dubai, has reaffirmed his respect for climate science amidst backlash following... -
Exciting prospects: extended weekends await UAE residents in 2024
In 2024, UAE residents might enjoy a six-day-long weekend, as the government plans four extended breaks according to the official calendar. -
Dubai's budget for 2024-2026 reaches Dh246.6 billion, supported by Sheikh Mohammed's vision
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has given his approval to Dubai's... -
In a world first, Sharjah replaces fire-prone facade of residential tower
Sharjah, UAE: The Sharjah City Municipality has taken a groundbreaking step by replacing flammable cladding with non-combustible materials on a residential... -
Dubai to inaugurate world's first floating mosque
In a move to bolster religious tourism in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Dubai is set to unveil the world's first floating mosque at the Dubai Water... -
Dubai Airport surpasses pre-pandemic levels with 41.6 million passengers
Dubai International Airport has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing pre-pandemic passenger levels, recording 41.6 million travelers during... -
UAE passport ranks 12th globally with visa-free access to 179 countries
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) passport has secured its position as the strongest in the region, climbing three places in the global rankings. According... -
One million Israelis have traveled to the UAE since the Abraham Accords
Since the signing of the Abraham Accords in 2020, one million Israelis have visited the United Arab Emirates, marking a significant milestone in the...