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UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan and His Majesty Sultan Haitham Bin Tariq of the Sultanate of Oman discussed bilateral relations and ways to further strengthen cooperation between the two countries during a phone call today. The two leaders also reviewed a…
Elite Group Holding is strengthening its customer-first approach through strategic lifestyle partnerships with Dubai Sports World, Brands For Less, and Al Ansari Exchange, creating rewarding lifestyle experiences for people across the UAE.Spanning retail, sports, wellness, and community engagement, the collaborations reflect the Group’s commitment to…
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the First-Class Order of Independence to Antoine Delcourt, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Belgium to the UAE, on the occasion of the end of his tenure as Ambassador to the country, in recognition of…
The collaboration to advance thoracic cancer care in the UAE
DUBAI, July 17 (Reuters) – Iran said itlaunched fresh attacks on U.S. facilities in the Gulf on Friday after a sixth consecutive night of U.S. strikes on Iranian military facilities, as last month’s truce descended into daily attacks and counterattacks.The U.S. military said it completed…
Abu Dhabi’s residential market is being shaped by factors that extend well beyond property alone
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) has announced that, effective Tuesday, 14 July 2026, UAE nationals will be able to renew their Emirates ID cards up to one year before their expiry date, extending the previous renewal period of six…
Gulf Today, Staff ReporterDubai: Atlys, the travel technology company enabling travellers to apply for visas across 120+ destinations, has opened its first experience centre at BurJuman Mall, Dubai. The walk-in space offers expert, in-person visa guidance and marks Atlys’ first physical presence worldwide.The UAE is…
Dubai Media Office said on Thursday there had been no sounds of explosions in downtown Dubai.The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) confirms that the Reuters report regarding explosions in Downtown Dubai is false. Dubai Media Office urges the public and media to rely only…
The UAE Mission in Wellington has urged Emiratis in New Zealand to exercise caution and stay vigilant due to the earthquake which struck north of the city of Te Anau, and the potential tsunami that may follow.The Mission emphasised the necessity of following safety instructions…