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Hong Kong stablecoin rules to upgrade city’s trade-finance role: UAE banker
South China Morning Post
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August 17, 2025
Hong Kong’s Stablecoins Ordinance marks a significant milestone, as cross-border payments using the cryptocurrency can facilitate trade-finance flows between Hong Kong, mainland China and global markets such as the Middle East, according to the...
UAE skywatchers prepare for rare total lunar eclipse, supermoons and meteor showers
The National News
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The remaining months of the year will bring a series of dazzling celestial events to the UAE, from a total lunar eclipse to three supermoons in a row. The first half of the year was quiet for skywatchers, with only a handful of minor events to...
A Cancer Spreading in Africa
Dissident Voice
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August 18, 2025
by Thomas C. Mountain / August 18th, 2025 The UAE, the United Arab Emirates, is a cancer spreading in Africa. This cancer has infected much of east Africa and is spreading into northern, central, and western parts of the continent. The worst...
How AI is becoming the UAE’s next economic engine
Gulf News
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Partnerships with tech leaders Partnerships with global technology leaders are reinforcing this trajectory. In April 2024, Microsoft invested $1.5 billion in Abu Dhabi-based G42, taking a minority stake and a seat on its board to co-develop AI...
Middle East AI Growth: Abu Dhabi’s Rise as a Global AI Powerhouse
IOL
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The Middle East’s artificial intelligence (AI) landscape is undergoing transformative growth, with the United Arab Emirates, (UAE) – specifically Abu Dhabi, emerging as a central hub of innovation, investment, and global influence. Recent data...
Want to advertise your brand in Asia Cup 2025 during India matches? What's the Ad rate in IND vs PAK clash? Know details
Mint
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August 18, 2025
The advertisement rates for the Asia Cup 2025 have skyrocketed with the India vs Pakistan clash driving the biggest demand. With just merely 20 days left for continental showpiece to begin from September 9 in United Arab Emirates (UAE), BCCI's...
Rubber belt manufacturer launches new facility in Dubai
Logistics Manager
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August 18, 2025
Universal Rubber Belts Manufacturing, which manufactures precision-engineered rubber belts for the automotive and industrial sectors, has officially launched its ‘high-specification’ manufacturing facility in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates...
“The National Human Rights Institution raises awareness among “Tadbeer” center employees on domestic workers’ rights in Al Ain – In cooperation with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation MoHRE)”
Mid East Information
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August 18, 2025
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates,August, 2025: The National Human Rights Institution (NHRI), in cooperation with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, organized its sixth awareness workshop for employees of “Tadbeer” domestic worker...
Rooftop horror: UAE Indian on vacation dies of shock
Gulf News
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“Usually, he comes home every six months and stays for long. But, this time, he was on a visit to attend a relative’s wedding,” Anvar’s relative and panchayat ward member V.A. Nadeer told Gulf News over the phone.
Rare Blood Moon to rise in UAE. Why is it so special?
Gulf News
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How and where to watch The eclipse is safe to view with the naked eye, and no special filters are needed. However, DAG recommends using telescopes or binoculars for stunning lunar detail and deeper red hues, and a tripod-equipped camera for...
Why added sugar is harmful and how to control your daily consumption
MedEdge MEA
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August 18, 2025
In 2026, buying a sugary drink in the United Arab Emirates will feel a little different, and cost a little more if it is packed with sugar. The country is introducing a new tiered tax that links the price directly to how much sugar a drink...
Harbhajan picks IND squad for Asia Cup: Pant IN Samson OUT
Sporting News
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August 18, 2025
The Indian selection committee, led by the chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar, is set to meet on Tuesday, August 19. Soon after, they will also announce the T20I squad for the upcoming Asia Cup in the United Arab Emirates. For the competition,...
Israel’s UAE envoy said to anger Emiratis by violating country’s security protocols
The Times of Israel
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August 16, 2025
Israeli Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates Yossi Shelley, who is mired in controversies over his conduct while stationed in Abu Dhabi, made headlines again Saturday after he reportedly violated security rules by posting a photo of himself from...
Manchester City Owner’s $600M Superyacht Spotted off Kalamata, Greece
Greek Reporter
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August 18, 2025
The superyacht Blue of Manchester City’s owner spotted in Kalamata, southern Greece. Credit: Wikimedia Commons Qwfp CC BY SA 4.0 The $600 million superyacht Blue, owned by Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates, the current...
Jordan continues aid airdrops to Gaza in partnership with several countries
Ammon News
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August 18, 2025
Ammon News - The Jordan Armed Forces-Arab Army (JAF) on Monday conducted an airdrop operation to deliver aid to Gaza through Royal Jordanian Air Force planes, alongside aircraft from Germany, the United Arab Emirates, Belgium, France, Italy,...
UAE demand for smartphones is back - for 2024 models
Gulf News
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This applies to the current iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 models too, with retailers targeting the Back To School buys with easy installment plans and accessory discounts. (Listed prices show iPhone 15 versions going for Dh2,499-Dh2,999 on average.)...
Dricus du Plessis still smiling all the way to the bank despite UFC title loss to Khamzat Chimaev
IOL
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Despite losing his Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight title to Khamzat Chimaev of the United Arab Emirates over the weekend, South African mixed martial arts star Dricus du Plessis is smiling all the way to the bank. Just for...
Khamzat Chimayev becomes UFC middleweight champion by defeating Du Plessis
Turkmenportal
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The United Arab Emirates mixed martial artist (MMA) of Chechen origin Khamzat Chimayev won the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) middleweight title by defeating South African Dricus Du Plessis. The title fight at UFC 319 in Chicago ended with a...
Football tribute for UAE-born Indian killed in UK crash
Gulf News
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A match that meant more Though the match was friendly, a custom trophy with Jefferson’s photo was created. “Whichever team won, we planned to gift the trophy to uncle and aunty,” Vishnu said, referring to Jeff’s parents. “Eventually, we all posed...
UAE demand smartphones is back - for 2024 models
Gulf News
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This applies to the current iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 models too, with retailers targeting the Back To School buys with easy installment plans and accessory discounts. (Listed prices show iPhone 15 versions going for Dh2,499-Dh2,999 on average.)...