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Hamdan Opens World's Deepest Swimming Pool
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Hamdan Opens World's Deepest Swimming Pool

Currently open by invitation only with public bookings to open in late July, Deep Dive Dubai’s guided experiences and courses are offered across three categories: Discover, Dive and Develop

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July 08, 2021
Khorfakkan Amphitheatre Graces Emirate Post's Stamp
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Khorfakkan Amphitheatre Graces Emirate Post's Stamp

The new stamp was presented to Sheikh Sultan Bin Ahmed Al Qasimi, Chairman of Sharjah Media Council, by Abdulla Mohammed Al Ashram, Group CEO of Emirates Post Group

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July 08, 2021
Scholarships Awarded To Stellar Jordanian Sisters
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Scholarships Awarded To Stellar Jordanian Sisters

The Jordanian triplet sisters achieved grades of 98.5 per cent in their secondary education exams (Thanaweya Amma), under the advanced programme at the Al Hikma Private School in Ajman

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July 08, 2021
VP Receives Credentials Of New Foreign Ambassadors
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VP Receives Credentials Of New Foreign Ambassadors

Sheikh Mohammed received the credentials of Naybuti Katunita Bua, Ambassador of Fiji, Onissi Makoi Simati, Ambassador of Tuvalu, and Tucay Tunshir, Ambassador of Turkey

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July 08, 2021
Week's quarantine must if in contact with patient: AD
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Week's quarantine must if in contact with patient: AD

UAE coronavirus cases decrease with early detection, people’s commitment to precautionary steps; country reports 1,552 cases, 4 deaths; EDE scanner best way to detect virus cases at public places in minutes; excitement as Cannes begins after pandemic.

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July 07, 2021
Lebanon just days away from social explosion, warns Diab
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Lebanon just days away from social explosion, warns Diab

Caretaker PM urges foreign donors to release financial assistance, adding that ‘linking aid to Lebanon with government formation has started to threaten the lives of Lebanese’

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July 07, 2021
Sharjah's role in preserving UAE cultural heritage grand
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Sharjah's role in preserving UAE cultural heritage grand

His Highness Sheikh Sultan has also ordered the establishment of the ‘Kalba Heritage Museum,’ which is set to be a major landmark in the UAE

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July 07, 2021
EDE scanners detect cases of virus at public places fast
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EDE scanners detect cases of virus at public places fast

EDE technology for infection detection is an innovative, fast and safe way to detect the possibility of infection with COVID-19

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July 07, 2021
AD eco body uses satellites to track three exotic turtles
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AD eco body uses satellites to track three exotic turtles

Abu Dhabi waters are home to more than 5,000 sea turtles, both green and hawksbill

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July 07, 2021
UAE ‘leading investment hub' for global healthcare sector
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UAE ‘leading investment hub' for global healthcare sector

The UAE’s draw as an investment hub is strengthened by its political stability and security and its strategic location, which help drive the growth of health sector investments: Prime Healthcare Group founder

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July 06, 2021
Grand Imam of Al Azhar praises UAE's efforts to promote Arabic
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Grand Imam of Al Azhar praises UAE's efforts to promote Arabic

The UAE delegation explored areas of collaboration to further support the development of the Arabic language and the cultural scene as a whole across the Arab region

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July 06, 2021
Over 750,000 meals distributed in Tanzania, Kenya and Senegal
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Over 750,000 meals distributed in Tanzania, Kenya and Senegal

The 100 Million Meals campaign’s parcels of easy-to-store food items including rice, flour, oil, and sugar, were distributed to empower beneficiaries to prepare their own meals

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July 06, 2021
High school toppers can go for UAE Golden Visa
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High school toppers can go for UAE Golden Visa

Residency will be granted to students, who obtain an average score of at least 95 per cent in high school certificate, from public or private institutions.

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July 06, 2021
Free repatriation of Filipinos goes on by chartered flights
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Free repatriation of Filipinos goes on by chartered flights

Total number of repatriation applicants from Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah was 3,100 till July 4

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July 06, 2021
TN vaccinates 473,000 people in a single day
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TN vaccinates 473,000 people in a single day

CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu vaccinated 473,000 people on a single day on Saturday, the highest since vaccines arrived to help fight against the Covid 19 pandemic, Medical and Family Welfare Minister M. Subramanian said on Sunday.

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July 05, 2021
Monira Al Qadiri's huge artwork exhibited at Dubai Expo 2020 site
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Monira Al Qadiri's huge artwork exhibited at Dubai Expo 2020 site

DUBAI: A gigantic iridescent, oil drill-shaped sculpture by Kuwaiti artist Monira Al Qadiri has launched Expo 2020 Dubai’s striking Public Art Programme, which brings together 11 leading artists from the UAE, region, and the world. Alongside Al Qadiri, the commissioned artists are Hamra Abbas, Afra Al Dhaheri, Shaikha Al Mazrou, Abdullah Al Saadi, Asma Belhamar, Olafur Eliasson, Nadia Kaabi-Linke, Khalil Rabah, Yinka Shonibare, and Haegue Yang. The immersive 11 contemporary artworks will form a creative journey around Expo 2020’s public spaces and will live on as part of the future city of District 2020. As the first curated permanent open-air art exhibition in the UAE, it will leave a lasting impact as part of the next World Expo’s legacy, provide an exciting addition to the UAE’s vibrant and thriving arts scene, and boost Dubai’s position on the global cultural map.

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July 05, 2021
UAE's vaccination record adds to its global prestige
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UAE's vaccination record adds to its global prestige

The UAE tests more people per capita than most nations and has one of the lowest fatality rates in the world

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July 05, 2021
Neck second for Mystic Guide in Suburban Stakes
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Neck second for Mystic Guide in Suburban Stakes

Belmont: Mystic Guide was edged out in the closing stages to go down by a neck to Max Player in the 10-furlong G2 Suburban Stakes at Belmont Park, US, on Saturday, 3 July.

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July 05, 2021
Aster honoured with two prestigious Dubai awards
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Aster honoured with two prestigious Dubai awards

Maintaining good health, curing illnesses, and helping our patients shit from disease to ease is what we exist for as Aster, says Alisha Moopen

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July 05, 2021
Bharat Biotech says Covaxin effective against all variants
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Bharat Biotech says Covaxin effective against all variants

It says late-stage trial showed vaccine was 93.4% effective against severe symptomatic virus. Data also demonstrated 65.2% protection against Delta variant, first identified in India

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July 04, 2021
World's eyes will be on Dubai for Expo 2020, says Hamdan
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World's eyes will be on Dubai for Expo 2020, says Hamdan

Dubai has a tremendous track record of organising international events, said the Crown Prince of Dubai

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July 04, 2021
UAE has a clear vision of the future of children
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UAE has a clear vision of the future of children

Electronic games have become an obstacle to the child’s learning of some necessary behavioral skills

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July 04, 2021
Paqueta shines as ten-man Brazil edge Chile 1−0 to set Copa America semis with Peru
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Paqueta shines as ten-man Brazil edge Chile 1−0 to set Copa America semis with Peru

Paqueta’s winner to the let corner of Chilean goalkeeper Claudio Bravo in the 46th minute gave Brazil fans some hope that the Selecao would ease into the next stage. But only two minutes later Jesus was sent off ater hiting Chile’s Eugenio Mena with a flying kick

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July 04, 2021
Ananya Panday launches campaign to applaud social media heroes
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Ananya Panday launches campaign to applaud social media heroes

Ananya Panday, who will soon be seen in ‘Liger’ alongside Vijay Deverakonda, feels it is important to focus on positive things in life during the time of pandemic

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July 04, 2021
Tighter curbs on the cards as Delta tears through Asia
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Tighter curbs on the cards as Delta tears through Asia

UAE reports 6 deaths, 1,663 new cases; unique virus contact tracing system launched by Abu Dhabi; India death toll tops 400,000; Emirates’ flights suspension to continue; analysis reveals virus struck humans 20,000 years ago.

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July 03, 2021
Iraq hit by power outage amid heatwave
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Iraq hit by power outage amid heatwave

A widespread power outage hit Iraq on Friday as temperatures reached scorching levels, affecting millions of Iraqis including in affluent areas in the capital and stirring concerns of widespread unrest.

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July 03, 2021
Foreign Ministry provides attestation services
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Foreign Ministry provides attestation services

The UAE Foreign Ministry deals with all kinds of attestation in the UAE.

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July 03, 2021
2022 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity invites nominations
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2022 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity invites nominations

The Higher Committee of Human Fraternity looks forward to recognising nominated individuals and entities who are serving as beacons of hope for humanity

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July 03, 2021
17th Liwa Date Festival from July 15
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17th Liwa Date Festival from July 15

The 17th Liwa Date Festival will be held on July 15 - 25, with expanded prizes worth over Dhs8 million.

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July 03, 2021
William and Harry reunite for Diana statue tribute
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William and Harry reunite for Diana statue tribute

Princes William and Harry set aside their differences to unveil a new statue of their mother, Princess Diana, on what would have been her 60th birthday

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July 02, 2021