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Coronavirus Death Toll Crosses 50,000 In Mideast
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Coronavirus Death Toll Crosses 50,000 In Mideast

Morocco has confirmed over 65,450 cases of novel coronavirus, including 1,216 deaths

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September 04, 2020
Saudi Arabia Will Always Be Pakistan's Friend, Says Imran
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Saudi Arabia Will Always Be Pakistan's Friend, Says Imran

PM also hails Pak, China ties, saying that ‘Pakistan’s economic future is linked to China. China is growing at a faster pace than any other country and we can benefit from the way China has developed’

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September 04, 2020
Russia Denies Role In Navalny Poisoning, Calls For Action Rise
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Russia Denies Role In Navalny Poisoning, Calls For Action Rise

Berlin has not provided Moscow with proof: Kremlin; EU seeks ‘thorough, transparent’ probe; OPCW expresses ‘grave concern;’ European Commission threatens Moscow with sanctions

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September 04, 2020
RTA Automates Services, Deploys Virtual Assistant
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RTA Automates Services, Deploys Virtual Assistant

The automation covers 152 services, 132 pre-programmed responses

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September 04, 2020
Trump Urges People To Vote Twice
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Trump Urges People To Vote Twice

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump is facing a backlash for urging voters in North Carolina to vote by mail and then try to vote again in person to test the mail-in ballot system in the Nov.3 election.

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September 04, 2020
7 Factors Make Dubai An Ideal Destination For Retirees
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7 Factors Make Dubai An Ideal Destination For Retirees

The retirement programme offers resident expatriates and foreigners aged 55 and above the opportunity to enjoy the emirate’s distinctive lifestyle

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September 03, 2020
France Supports Iraq's Efforts To Safeguard Sovereignty
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France Supports Iraq's Efforts To Safeguard Sovereignty

Any military ties with Iraq should be respectful of its sovereignty and France supports Kadhimi’s efforts to safeguard it, as well as to ‘normalise’ all armed forces, says Macron

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September 03, 2020
ECA Launches Child Protection Training Plan
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ECA Launches Child Protection Training Plan

The training programme for child protection specialists in Abu Dhabi comes in accordance with the requirements of Wadeema’s law

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September 03, 2020
Over 5,000 Kids, Parents Take Part In CSD Camp
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Over 5,000 Kids, Parents Take Part In CSD Camp

The camp hosted 15 recreational and informative sessions for children and youth to gainfully engage them during the summer break

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September 03, 2020
Saudi Allows UAE Flights To Overfly Country's Airspace
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Saudi Allows UAE Flights To Overfly Country's Airspace

UAE reports 735 new cases, 3 deaths; smart gates at Dubai airport now operating; India’s virus case tally nears 3.8m; Italy’s ex-PM Berlusconi has coronavirus.

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September 03, 2020
Kushner Wants All Arab States To Normalise Ties With Israel
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Kushner Wants All Arab States To Normalise Ties With Israel

Kushner, who is also Trump’s Chief Middle East Adviser, revealed that the world could witness the fourth Arab state normalising ties with Israel in ‘months’

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September 02, 2020
Millions Of Students Return To School In European Nations
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Millions Of Students Return To School In European Nations

Hand cleansing stations, social distancing and staggered playtime will become the new normal as countries across Europe seek ways to get children back into the classroom safely

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September 02, 2020
Quest For Knowledge Must For Bright Future, Says VP
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Quest For Knowledge Must For Bright Future, Says VP

UAE reports 574 new cases; India eases virus curbs as patients near 3.7m; CGI stops registration for travellers to India; virus-wary schools reopen across Europe.

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September 02, 2020
Reform Swiftly Or Face Curbs, Macron Tells Lebanon Leaders
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Reform Swiftly Or Face Curbs, Macron Tells Lebanon Leaders

French President marks nation’s centenary by travelling to a forest outside Beirut to plant a cedar tree; police fire teargas at stone-throwing protesters outside parliament

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September 02, 2020
Schools' Role Instrumental In Making Country Prosper
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Schools' Role Instrumental In Making Country Prosper

During the meeting, the Cabinet approved the sponsorship policy in the federal government, which identifies the guidelines for accepting sponsorship and donations

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September 02, 2020
Adib Vows Reforms, Formation Of New Govt In ‘Record Time'
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Adib Vows Reforms, Formation Of New Govt In ‘Record Time'

PM-designate also pledges to speed up probe into the massive explosion; World Bank says devastating Beirut blast caused up to $8.1 billion in damage and economic loss

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September 01, 2020
Biden Warns Of More Violence In Streets If Trump Reelected
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Biden Warns Of More Violence In Streets If Trump Reelected

‘Does anyone believe there will be less violence in America if Trump is reelected? We need justice in US. And we need safety in America. We are facing multiple crises — crises that, under Donald Trump, keep multiplying’

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September 01, 2020
Sultan Orders Establishment Of ‘Al Sawab Resthouse'
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Sultan Orders Establishment Of ‘Al Sawab Resthouse'

The resthouse that has been scheduled to be completed within two months will include a Majlis and a service area with a seafront from the fishermen marina

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September 01, 2020
UAE Makes Good Progress In Fighting Terror Financing
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UAE Makes Good Progress In Fighting Terror Financing

The progress was noted in a meet staged by National Committee for Combating Money Laundering and the Financing of Terrorism and Illegal Organisations held on Monday

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September 01, 2020
UAE Virus Vaccine Trial Is The Largest In The World
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UAE Virus Vaccine Trial Is The Largest In The World

31,000 volunteers registered; UAE reports 541 new cases, flies aid to Syria to help battle COVID-19; US passes 6m cases; India extends ban on international flights till Sept.30; Pakistan reports lowest number of cases in 4 months; virus disrupts health services: WHO.

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September 01, 2020
Hariri's Future Movement Set To Nominate Adib As New PM
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Hariri's Future Movement Set To Nominate Adib As New PM

UN agency says more than half of Lebanon’s population risk facing a food crisis in the aftermath of a Beirut port blast that compounded the country’s economic woes

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August 31, 2020
UAE Occupies Leading Positions In Best Countries: Mohammed
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UAE Occupies Leading Positions In Best Countries: Mohammed

The UAE Government has already adopted a plan to prepare for the next fifty years, upon the directives of the country’s leadership

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August 31, 2020
Police Disband Mass Berlin Protest Against Virus Curbs
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Police Disband Mass Berlin Protest Against Virus Curbs

Unfortunately, we have no other option. All the measures taken so far have not led to compliance with the conditions: Police; first US coronavirus reinfection case identified in Nevada study

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August 30, 2020
ITC Issues Safety Measures For School Transport Sector
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ITC Issues Safety Measures For School Transport Sector

Move aims to ensure compliance of school transport operators with the safety measurements identified by ITC including sterilising buses and preparing them before the start of the new academic year

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August 31, 2020
Man Dead As Trump Backers, Protesters Clash In Portland
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Man Dead As Trump Backers, Protesters Clash In Portland

Trump issues a flurry of tweets and retweets, including several that blamed Portland mayor for the death, and one in which the president appears to be encouraging his supporters to move into Portland

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August 31, 2020
DHA Floats 24/7 Helpline As Thousands Resume School
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DHA Floats 24/7 Helpline As Thousands Resume School

Lessons are streamed live for home students; strict precautionary measures in place; DHA’s services provide effective communication channels to the community.

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August 31, 2020
Dubai Launches Women Specific Legislations Lab
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Dubai Launches Women Specific Legislations Lab

Such initiatives are vital in promoting women’s economic success, happiness and well-being, providing flexible employment options

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August 30, 2020
UN Expresses Concern Over ‘Dramatic Turn' In Libya Crisis
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UN Expresses Concern Over ‘Dramatic Turn' In Libya Crisis

In Tripoli, local militia allied with the government opened fire on the demonstrators using rifles and truck-mounted guns, and abducted some of the protesters

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August 30, 2020
Virus Tests Begin In AD As Students Return To Schools
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Virus Tests Begin In AD As Students Return To Schools

Over 56,000 tests conducted in capital ahead of return to classrooms; UAE reports 427 new cases; India to restart underground train networks even as virus cases jump; first batch of Beijing students resumes classes.

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August 30, 2020
VP Briefed On Roadmap For Leadership In Many Sectors
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VP Briefed On Roadmap For Leadership In Many Sectors

UAE maintains its first global ranking for the third consecutive year with scores of 100 per cent in all ‘Getting Electricity’ indicators in the World Bank’s Doing Business 2020 report

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August 30, 2020