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Sharjah road project
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Sharjah’s Dh750 Million Road Project to Cut Dubai Commute Times

Sharjah has launched a Dh750 million road development project designed to improve traffic flow between Sharjah and Dubai. The project includes a major...

Emirates travel insurance with free rebooking and extended stay benefits for travellers
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Emirates Launches New Travel Insurance With Free Rebookings and Extended Stay Cover

Emirates has introduced a new travel insurance package that includes free flight rebookings, unlimited emergency medical cover, and support for travellers affected by...

Dubai Mallathon indoor walking and running tracks inside Dubai malls during summer
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Dubai Mallathon Returns This Summer With Free Indoor Walking and Running Tracks

Dubai Mallathon is back for summer 2026, giving residents and visitors free access to indoor walking and running tracks inside participating malls across...

fake insurance scams UAE social media
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Spotted a Cheap Insurance Deal on Instagram? Dubai Police Says Be Careful

Dubai Police has issued a public warning about fake insurance companies targeting UAE residents through social media ads. These unlicensed operators are promoting...

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi
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Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi to Add New Superman Roller Coaster and DC Ride

Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is expanding its DC universe with two major attractions. Visitors can experience the new Kryptonite Collider ride from...

Fujairah Music Street recognised as the world's longest musical street by Guinness World Records
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Fujairah’s Music Street Sets Guinness World Record as the World’s Longest Musical Street

Fujairah’s Music Street has officially been recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s longest musical street. The project, developed by the Fujairah...

UAE Emiratisation rules for healthcare sector
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UAE Changes Emiratisation Rules for Private Healthcare Sector

The UAE has updated its Emiratisation requirements for private healthcare companies. Healthcare facilities with 50 or more employees must now allocate 50% of...

Dubai giant UAE flag Guinness World Record
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Dubai’s Giant UAE Flag Breaks Guinness World Record

Dubai is home to a new Guinness World Record after a giant UAE flag-shaped banner measuring nearly 430 square metres was lifted from...

One Million Prompters initiative
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Dubai launches free AI programme to train 1 million people worldwide

Dubai has opened registrations for the One Million Prompters initiative, a free global programme designed to train one million people in artificial intelligence...

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Muharram 2026 Begins in UAE as Islamic New Year 1448 AH Officially Starts

The UAE has officially announced Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as the first day of Muharram and the beginning of the Islamic New Year...