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World's first Raining Street to come into being in Dubai
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World's first Raining Street to come into being in Dubai

The Heart of Europe is an innovative and sustainable leisure tourism destination being built on a cluster of seven islands four kilometres off the coast of Dubai

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June 24, 2020
UAE celebrates public hospital cadres
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UAE celebrates public hospital cadres

The quad colours of the UAE national flag let a billowing trail across Dubai to Fujairah late on Tuesday aternoon

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June 24, 2020
Sheikh Sultan reviews 11 lans for various degrees
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Sheikh Sultan reviews 11 lans for various degrees

The Community College has shut down following the decision of the University of Sharjah’s Board of Trustees

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June 24, 2020
Saudi to host around 1,000 pilgrims for Hajj: Minister
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Saudi to host around 1,000 pilgrims for Hajj: Minister

UAE lauds decision, says won’t take part in Hajj; restaurants, hotels and salons to reopen in England; Germany locks down district after abattoir outbreak; seven Pakistan cricketers test positive.

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June 24, 2020
187 Goans return to India on special flight
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187 Goans return to India on special flight

A chartered flight was arranged by Goans Connecting Goans Association (GSCGS) with FlyDubai and AMH Tourism to repatriate the Goan diaspora

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June 24, 2020
50% Of Sharjah Government Staff On Duty From June 28
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50% Of Sharjah Government Staff On Duty From June 28

Medical tests, in coordination with the Ministry of Health, will be conducted on the employees; Dubai’s hospitals and healthcare centres conduct over 600,000 COVID-19 tests

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June 23, 2020
91 UAE Scientists Apply For Al Jalila's Grants
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91 UAE Scientists Apply For Al Jalila's Grants

Research grants of up to Dhs500,000 each being offered to support COVID-19 research focused on the UAE

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June 23, 2020
Market Workers Undergo Virus Tests In Ajman
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Market Workers Undergo Virus Tests In Ajman

AJMAN: The Ajman Medical District organised a medical testing campaign for workers in local markets, including those working in fish, meat, vegetable and fruit markets, the Salem Shopping Centre and plant nurseries, in line with the plan of the Ministry of Health and Prevention to enlarge the scope of national testing.

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June 23, 2020
Saudi Arabia To Hold A ‘Limited' Hajj This Year
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Saudi Arabia To Hold A ‘Limited' Hajj This Year

Sultan welcomes return of employees; UAE reports 378 new cases, 631 recoveries and a death; Abu Dhabi eases movement; more hospitals now free of virus cases; 3 Pakistani cricketers test positive for coronavirus.

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June 23, 2020
Vaccine In Two-And-A-Half Years' Time: WHO Official
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Vaccine In Two-And-A-Half Years' Time: WHO Official

Dr David Nabarro also said everyone must be conscientious as well as be more responsible in practising all the protocols against the deadly contagion

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June 23, 2020
UAE Declares 392 New Virus Cases; Health Services Resume
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UAE Declares 392 New Virus Cases; Health Services Resume

The list of resumed services includes cardiology, paediatrics, general surgery, gynaecology and obstetrics, orthopaedics, mental health services and rehabilitation programmes

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June 22, 2020
Morocco Loosens Lockdown Measures
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Morocco Loosens Lockdown Measures

RABAT: Morocco will further loosen lockdown measures for the services sector and domestic transport starting on June 24, the government said on Sunday.

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June 22, 2020
Covid-19: Webinar Teaches Jobseekers How To Progress
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Covid-19: Webinar Teaches Jobseekers How To Progress

Was organised by “Illustrado Learn” to help advance thousands of jobseekers worldwide out of the harsh socioeconomic effects of the Novel Coronavirus

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June 22, 2020
Iran Reports 116 Coronavirus Deaths, Toll Crosses 9,600
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Iran Reports 116 Coronavirus Deaths, Toll Crosses 9,600

Health minister denies the country was facing a second wave of infections and says ‘the peak of the disease has not passed;’ doctors sound alarm over a surge in cases in Baghdad

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June 22, 2020
Sharjah Eases COVID-19 Curbs, To Reopen Cinemas And Gyms
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Sharjah Eases COVID-19 Curbs, To Reopen Cinemas And Gyms

Sharjah’s economic, tourist and other activities were approved to be re-opened by 50%, effective from June 24, provided that all precautionary measures would be taken in line with the directives

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June 22, 2020
Coronavirus Is Still Killer And Spreading, Says WHO
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Coronavirus Is Still Killer And Spreading, Says WHO

UAE reports 393 cases, 755 recoveries, 2 deaths; job portal launched for Pak expats; Saudi cases exceed 150,000; virus test must for all returning to Kerala; COVID-19 hit Italy in December 2019.

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June 20, 2020
Adnoc Celebrates UAE-Korea Diplomatic Relations
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Adnoc Celebrates UAE-Korea Diplomatic Relations

The Abu Dhabi National Oil Company general headquarters on Corniche Road in the capital was emblazoned with both their national flags for over an hour from 8:30 pm

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June 20, 2020
2nd Phase Of Virus Tests For Sharjah Staff
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2nd Phase Of Virus Tests For Sharjah Staff

Sharjah: The Ministry of Health and Prevention is continuing its relentless efforts in stepping up and expanding COVID-19 testing campaigns nationwide, in order to detect the infected cases in early stages and to trace their close contacts.

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June 21, 2020
China To Set Up ‘Security Agency' In Hong Kong
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China To Set Up ‘Security Agency' In Hong Kong

Bodies in all Hong Kong government departments will be directly answerable to the central government in Beijing, says Xinhua

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June 21, 2020
Final Exams For Grade 12 Students In UAE Start Today
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Final Exams For Grade 12 Students In UAE Start Today

The ministry noted that examinations would be held via distance-learning modes and systems. Students will sit for their first examination in Physics on June 21

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June 21, 2020
Ministry Declares 388 New Cases, Sharjah Launches New Survey
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Ministry Declares 388 New Cases, Sharjah Launches New Survey

The Health Promotion Department, HPD, at the Supreme Council for Family Affairs in Sharjah recently launched a survey that aims to assess the effectiveness of the remote work system.

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June 21, 2020
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Saudi Lifts Curfew From Today, Curbs On Pilgrimages To Stay

UAE reports 388 cases, 758 recoveries and a death; aerobatic team to honour UAE health warriors from today, grade 12 exams start; Pakistan resumes international flights to facilitate expats; Beijing sees drop in virus cases as Brazil passes 1m.

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June 21, 2020
FOCP Gives All Support To COVID-19 Cancer Patients
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FOCP Gives All Support To COVID-19 Cancer Patients

Four FOCP cancer patients in the UAE test positive for coronavirus; ‘a family visit that disregarded physical distancing policies caused my infection,’ says Marwa

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June 20, 2020
Johnson Promises £1 Billion ‘Catch-Up' Funds For Schools
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Johnson Promises £1 Billion ‘Catch-Up' Funds For Schools

Money includes £650m for state-run primary and secondary schools to ‘lift educational outcomes’ and £350m to help tutor the most disadvantaged youngsters; UK lowers coronavirus alert level

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June 20, 2020
Mohammed's Gesture For World Refugee Day ‘Timely'
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Mohammed's Gesture For World Refugee Day ‘Timely'

The Ruler of Dubai ordered the aid flight to support delivery of UNHCR’s humanitarian assistance to Burkina Faso to mark the day

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June 20, 2020
Dewa Gives Priority To Health Of Employees
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Dewa Gives Priority To Health Of Employees

Dubai: Dubai Electricity and Water Authority’s (Dewa’s) staff expressed their pride on resuming office work and contributing to business continuity. They praised its precautionary measures, which improve their sense of security and safety.

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June 18, 2020
Dubai To Allow People Above 60 To Enter Shopping Malls
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Dubai To Allow People Above 60 To Enter Shopping Malls

Stringent precautionary measures will continue to be enforced in public areas and facilities across Dubai based on guidelines issued by local and federal authorities

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June 18, 2020
Housing Loans' Repayment Exemption Through E-Link
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Housing Loans' Repayment Exemption Through E-Link

After activating the electronic link, the pensioners who wish to obtain a housing loan repayment exemption will not have to bear the burden of applying directly to the Authority.

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June 18, 2020
More Preparation Needed In Fighting Health Hurdles: Report
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More Preparation Needed In Fighting Health Hurdles: Report

This was mentioned in a report, the result of a collaboration between two govt organisations Dubai Future Foundation and Dubai Future Council for Health and Well-Being.

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June 18, 2020
Sharjah Ready To Welcome Tourists Within Guidelines
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Sharjah Ready To Welcome Tourists Within Guidelines

Dubai allows elders to visit malls; UAE reports 382 new cases, two deaths; international health insurance must for travelling: UAE; India virus toll sees record jump of 2,000 dead; Pakistan resumes international flights.

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June 18, 2020