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Death toll from walkie-talkie explosions in Lebanon rises to 20
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Death toll from walkie-talkie explosions in Lebanon rises to 20

Over 450 people have been wounded in a second wave of blasts targeting electronic devices

UAE makes it mandatory for some private companies to include women on boards​
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UAE makes it mandatory for some private companies to include women on boards​

Under new law, private joint-stock companies will be required to appoint at least one woman to their boards of directors

Record number of Emiratis employed in private sector under Nafis Initiative
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Record number of Emiratis employed in private sector under Nafis Initiative

Over 114,000 Emiratis now work in private companies, with 81,000 hired since the launch of the Nafis programme, which offers financial support and training to boost Emiratisation.

New Dubai law to regulate residents who help implement rules, monitor violations
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New Dubai law to regulate residents who help implement rules, monitor violations

Both citizen and non-citizen residents can be granted law enforcement capacity

Dubai Metro is the hottest new music festival venue
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Dubai Metro is the hottest new music festival venue

20 talented UAE musicians will be taking over metro stations for Dubai Metro Music Festival, starting this week

Two children among 12 dead in Lebanon pager blasts: minister
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Two children among 12 dead in Lebanon pager blasts: minister

Lebanese sources claim Israel planted explosives in 5,000 Hezbollah pagers

Eight killed, nearly 3,000 injured as pagers explode across Lebanon
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Eight killed, nearly 3,000 injured as pagers explode across Lebanon

Wave of explosions lasted around an hour after the initial detonations

Microsoft and G42 to establish AI centers in Abu Dhabi following $1.5 billion agreement
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Microsoft and G42 to establish AI centers in Abu Dhabi following $1.5 billion agreement

Microsoft and G42 strengthen AI collaboration with $1.5 billion deal to establish two AI hubs in Abu Dhabi, focusing on responsible AI development and social impact

Harvest Moon to light up UAE skies
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Harvest Moon to light up UAE skies

The supermoon often appears more orange or red due to its lower position in the night sky.

UAE and Australia finalize landmark trade deal to boost exports, investments
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UAE and Australia finalize landmark trade deal to boost exports, investments

New trade deal cuts 99% of tariffs, strengthens UAE-Australia economic ties

Dubai's real estate market thrives: Record sales and rising demand in 2024
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Dubai's real estate market thrives: Record sales and rising demand in 2024

Impressive growth in Dubai's residential resale market signals strong investor interest and ongoing economic resilience.

Dubai’s new ‘Ajyal’ program aims to transform religious education in schools
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Dubai’s new ‘Ajyal’ program aims to transform religious education in schools

The initiative seeks to enhance understanding and community cohesion through interactive learning

'Together for Education' to support 6,000 students from low-income families in Abu Dhabi
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'Together for Education' to support 6,000 students from low-income families in Abu Dhabi

Campaign aims to generate AED 100 million in social contributions from both individuals and corporations.

Saudi footballer in ICU after balcony fall in Dubai: What we know so far
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Saudi footballer in ICU after balcony fall in Dubai: What we know so far

Fahad Al Muwallad fell from his second-floor residence on while vacationing in the UAE

Hey entrepreneurs, Idris Elba wants you to come to the UAE
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Hey entrepreneurs, Idris Elba wants you to come to the UAE

The UAE has launched its 'Invest in the Emirates' campaign, extending a global invitation to the world’s top innovators and talents

Al Mansoori claims victory at Grand Prix of Portugal, boosting Abu Dhabi's title hopes
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Al Mansoori claims victory at Grand Prix of Portugal, boosting Abu Dhabi's title hopes

Al Mansoori’s dominant win strengthens his position in the UIM F2 World Championship, while teammate Rashed Al Qemzi eyes a record fifth title.

Woman falls to death from high-rise in Business Bay
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Woman falls to death from high-rise in Business Bay

Police have not disclosed victim's identity or nationality as investigations continue

UAE Central Bank fines local bank AED 5 million for violating anti-money laundering laws
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UAE Central Bank fines local bank AED 5 million for violating anti-money laundering laws

Unnamed bank penalized for breaching regulations and financing illegal organizations