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Dubai’s Supercar Rental Scene Embraces Instant Digital Reservations
BNO News
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August 14, 2025
Dubai has long been a playground for car enthusiasts, and now its supercar rental industry is shifting gears into the digital age. With high-speed internet, mobile apps, and streamlined booking systems, getting behind the wheel of your dream car...
Moving Your Family to Dubai? 9 Best Areas for Families in Dubai with Top Schools
Times of Dubai
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August 15, 2025
60August 15, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: Dubai’s rapid growth means families have more choices than ever before. With over 215 private schools offering 17 different curricula from British and American to IB, Indian, and beyond, parents can match their...
Dubai Police adds Audi RS7 performance to luxury patrol fleet
Emirati Times
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August 15, 2025
Dubai: Dubai Police has introduced the powerful Audi RS7 Performance to its world-renowned fleet of luxury patrol vehicles, strengthening its commitment to security, innovation, and excellence in public engagement. The unveiling ceremony, held at...
UAE-based Indian businessman kidnapped in Kerala, rescued. Ex-employee among accused
Hindustan Times
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August 15, 2025
Kerala Police on Thursday rescued a UAE-based Indian businessman who had been kidnapped while visiting the state. VP Shameer had been on a holiday in his home state when he was kidnapped on Tuesday evening. Police say that a former employee was...
Dubai Police Unveils High-Performance Audi RS7 in Luxury Patrol Fleet Upgrade
Emirates 24|7
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August 15, 2025
Dubai Police has added the new Audi RS7 Performance to its renowned fleet of luxury patrol vehicles, reinforcing its commitment to enhancing security and safety, adopting cutting-edge technologies, and continually upgrading its world-class tourist...
How the UAE’s seven emirates got their names – and what they mean
The National News
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A gazelle leading settlers to water, palm fronds dotting coastlines - some of the names behind the UAE's seven emirates draw on the country's landscape, commerce and cosmopolitan heritage. While some of the titles are not officially documented and...
31st Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival set to kick off
Emirati Times
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August 14, 2025
Abu Dhabi: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Nahyan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Sports Council, the 31st Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival will take place from 15 to 24 August 2025 at the Radisson Blu Hotel &...
Sphere Abu Dhabi on a roll towards construction
The National News
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The preconstruction phase of Sphere Abu Dhabi, the highly anticipated spherical entertainment venue, is nearing completion, the chief executive of Sphere Entertainment said on Monday. Abu Dhabi was announced as the second location of the Las Vegas...
Israeli Ambassador Yossi Shelley Faces Fallout Over Embassy Photo
Times News Global
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August 17, 2025
ABU DHABI, UAE — Yossi Shelley, the Israeli Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, is under scrutiny after reportedly violating security protocols by posting a photo from inside Israel’s embassy. The incident occurred on Saturday and has sparked...
Pakistan leaves out Babar and Rizwan from T20 squad
Associated Press
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August 17, 2025
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Pakistan left out Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan for an upcoming triangular series and the Asia Cup as it named a 17-member squad on Sunday for the two T20 tournaments in the United Arab Emirates. Neither batter has featured in a...
UAE citizens can now renew passports up to one year before expiry, ICP announces
The Times of India
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The UAE passport now grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 185 countries, ranking it 8th strongest worldwide in 2025/ Representative image Starting August 18, 2025, UAE citizens will be allowed to renew their passports up to one year...
Rs 1,000 For A Tea? NRI’s Viral Rant On Rising Prices In India Sparks Outrage
Zee News
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Mumbai: A Dubai-based Indian travel vlogger and radio presenter, Parikshit Balochi, has stirred a lively debate on social media after sharing his shock at India’s soaring cost of living. His Instagram video, where he recounted being charged a...
Swerve the obvious with these alternative ideas for your next adventure
The Times
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There are several great reasons to visit an under-the-radar destination on your next trip. With overtourism an increasing problem in some of the world’s travel hotspots, you’d be consciously helping the heaving likes of Amsterdam, Venice and...
Abu Dhabi to Host Sphere Entertainment Venues Across MENA
Arabian Post
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August 13, 2025
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism has secured an exclusive deal to establish a series of Sphere entertainment venues across the Middle East and North Africa for a minimum of 10 years. The agreement, as disclosed by the US-based Sphere...
Why Gulf Tourists Are Racing To This Polish Mountain Town
MENAFN
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August 15, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Saudi photographer Fahad Alayyash gazed over the Alpine-like panorama of the Tatras, Poland's highest mountain range - and a surprising new hotspot for Arab tourists. The 38-year-old is among thousands of Gulf residents...
UAE, Oman denounce Netanyahu statements on 'Greater Israel'
Al Mayadeen
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August 14, 2025
The UAE and Oman condemn Netanyahu’s ‘Greater Israel’ remarks, calling them extremist and a threat to regional peace, urging an end to expansionist plans. The United Arab Emirates and Oman on Thursday condemned recent statements by Israeli Prime...
Sheikh Mansour announces new body to investigate labour claims in Abu Dhabi
The National News
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Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, has issued a resolution to establish a body to conduct investigations into claims related to labour and domestic workers in Abu Dhabi. The...
India should position weddings, MICE as niche tourism segment: Government official
The Economic Times
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August 15, 2025
India should focus on promoting weddings and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, Exhibitions) as a niche tourism segment rather than grouping it under general tourism development, a senior Union Tourism Ministry official said here on Friday....
Kreol Travel Retail introduces Sorini Italia Confectionery to Cochin Duty Free
TR Business
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August 15, 2025
Patrick Muscionico, Export Manager, Holding Dolciaria Italiana spa and Lal Arakulath, CEO of Kreol Group. Distributor Kreol Travel Retail is launching the Sorini Italia confectionery brand at Cochin Duty Free at Cochin International Airport in...
Dust storm sweeps across UAE, disrupting visibility and travel
Africanews
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August 15, 2025
A powerful dust storm swept across Dubai and several other emirates in the United Arab Emirates on Friday, significantly reducing visibility and prompting official safety warnings. The UAE’s National Center of Meteorology (NCM) issued a dust storm...