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UAE to hit AED 4tr non-oil trade target 4 years early
The Nation
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June 17, 2025
DUBAI - Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, affirmed that the UAE, under the leadership of President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, continues its remarkable progress across...
UAE coast guard evacuates 24 people from oil tanker crash east of the critical Strait of Hormuz
Associated Press
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June 17, 2025
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Emirati national guard said it evacuated 24 people from an oil tanker Tuesday after a collision between two ships just east of the world’s most critical oil chokepoint, the Strait of Hormuz. The crude oil...
Expats empty-handed after job offers on visit visas: What every UAE jobseekers need to know
The Times of India
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Under UAE law, employers face fines up to AED 1 million for hiring without a work permit, while employees working on visit visas risk penalties and deportation/ Image generated by AI for creative & illustrative purposes only Many expatriates...
6 airport-friendly accessories for UAE summer travel
Gulf News
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1) Best Comfort: SARISUN Airplane Pillow Combo with Chin Strap2) LIYUABU Silicone Travel Bottles3) Best Travel Perfume: Travalo Classic Perfume Atomizer, U Refill System4) Best for Women: Dr Scholl Compression Socks 5) Best Organiser: Accessory...
UAE-based Indian doctor pledges Rs 6 crore aid for kin of medicos killed in plane crash
Medical Dialogues
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June 17, 2025
New Delhi: Deeply moved by the tragic incident, UAE-based Indian doctor and philanthropist Dr Shamsheer Vayalil, the managing director of VPS Health, has pledged Rs 6 crore in financial aid for the families of medical students and doctors affected...
Air India crash: Indian-origin UAE entrepreneur pledges Rs 6 crore to families of medical students killed
Edex Live
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In the wake of the tragic Air India AI171 crash in Ahmedabad, an Indian-origin entrepreneur based in the UAE, Dr Shamsheer Vayalil, has pledged Rs 6 crore to support the families of the medical students who lost their lives in the accident. The...
Collision between three ships near strait of Hormuz, UAE rescues 24 people
Daily Times
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June 17, 2025
A collision involving three ships occurred near the busy Strait of Hormuz, amid rising tensions between Iran and Israel. United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities rescued 24 people following the accident. According to British news agency Reuters, on...
7 UAE summer mood boosters to keep you smiling
Gulf News
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Plants: Your desk deserve a vacation Bring some leafy vibes in, low-maintenance succulents or a sassy little cactus will freshen up your space and fool your brain into thinking you’re somewhere tropical. Colour pop attack Say goodbye to dull...
Erdoğan, UAE leader hold talks on Iran-Israel conflict
Daily Sabah
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June 17, 2025
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Tuesday held a phone call with UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as the conflict between Israel and Iran escalated on its fifth day. The Presidency’s Directorate of Communications said in a...
UAE highlights leadership in ‘Global Cooling Pledge’ ahead of COP30
Zawya
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BONN, Germany - The United Arab Emirates participated in first Global Cooling Pledge Signatories Focal Points Meeting, held in Bonn, Germany. During the meeting, the UAE highlighted its efforts in the cooling sector and the integration of cooling...
UAE evacuates 24 people from oil tanker after collision near Hormuz Strait
Zawya
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DUBAI: The United Arab Emirates coast guard said on Tuesday it had evacuated 24 people from oil tanker ADALYNN following a collision between two ships in the Gulf of Oman, near the Strait of Hormuz. British maritime security firm Ambrey earlier...
24 rescued as oil tankers collide off UAE, sparking fire
The Peninsula
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June 17, 2025
Dubai: Twenty-four crew have been rescued after two oil tankers collided off the UAE, sparking at least one fire, the United Arab Emirates coastguard and a shipping company said on Tuesday. British maritime security monitor Ambrey said the...
Content marketing agency Sociabl launches in the UAE
Campaign Middle East
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June 17, 2025
Sociabl, a new content marketing agency co-founded by prominent marketing leader Kerry Reid, in partnership with Livingroom Communication officially launches in the UAE today. The agency’s aim is to create a new model for snackable, high-quality,...
UAE Coast Guard rescues 24 crew members after oil tanker collision in Sea of Oman
The National News
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The UAE Coast Guard evacuated 24 crew members from an oil tanker on Tuesday after a collision in the Sea of Oman. The oil tanker Adalynn collided with another vessel 24 nautical miles off the coast near Khor Fakkan. “A crew of 24 members were...
Ships collide off UAE coast near Strait of Hormuz, sources say
Daily Star
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June 17, 2025
Tue Jun 17, 2025 01:18 PM Last update on: Tue Jun 17, 2025 01:20 PM Reuters Tue Jun 17, 2025 01:18 PM Last update on: Tue Jun 17, 2025 01:20 PM A vessel collided with two other ships sailing near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, shipping sources...
Gulf News launches UAE Summer Road Safety Campaign
Gulf News
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Collaborating with Gulf News is an opportunity to combine Yango’s commitment to safety with the reach and credibility of one of the UAE’s most trusted media platforms, he adds. “Gulf News has a long-standing reputation for impactful journalism and...
UAE leadership unites to discuss national progress and economic growth
Emirati Times
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June 17, 2025
Dubai: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, alongside His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan,...
UAE developer Binghatti launches asset management firm targeting $1 bn
VC Circle
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Dubai's Binghatti said on Monday it had launched an asset management firm aiming to manage around $1 billion in Shariah-compliant private credit and real estate investments to diversify its portfolio and broaden access to alternative capital....
Live: Several UAE flights cancelled, here are the latest updates & rebooking options
Emirates Woman
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June 17, 2025
News Major UAE airlines including Emirates, flydubai, Etihad, Wizz Air and Air Arabia have extended flight cancellations and suspensions due to ongoing airspace restrictions and regional instability. The latest updates as of June 17 show continued...
UAE Airline Flight Suspension Update: Etihad, Flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates Travel Latest
Gulf Insider
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June 17, 2025
UAE airlines are seeing ongoing suspensions and cancellations of flights amid ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran. Closures to air space have seen airlines including Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia and Emirates suspend flights and airports issue...