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UAE issues new polymer Dh100 banknote, in circulation from today
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has recently introduced a new Dh 100 banknote, which is now made of polymer and has been newly designed with advanced security features. Starting today, March 24, the new polymer banknote is in
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UAE: Got 'Ramadan brain'? Experts explain how to overcome fatigue, lack of focus
During Ramadan, some people have mentioned feeling more careless or forgetful than usual. While some individuals struggle to pay attention to their work, others tend to lose more things or take excessive time to perform tasks. Experts claim the
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School break in UAE: Some parents spend up to Dh1,500 per week on spring camps
Parents in UAE have voiced their grievances about the sky-high prices some spring break camps charge, with some programs, lasting only a few hours a day, costing as much as Dh1,500 per week! Most international schools take spring break from March
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Meet UAE employee who takes customer 'by the hand', hailed as 'diligent man' by Dubai Ruler
His work ethic and delight in service of others attracted the notice of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of
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Eid Al Fitr in UAE: Free stays, dining for kids as hotels slash rates by up to 25%
UAE hotels are wooing travelers with Eid-Al Fitr staycation deals that are up to 25 per cent discount off room rates, offering free dining and
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Piece of Moon in UAE? Researchers create simulated lunar dust to support exploration
Researchers in a lab at a university in Abu Dhabi have been working on something revolutionary – a Moon on Earth through a piece of the
Read MoreRamadan in UAE: Free buses to transport worshippers to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Now that we are at the end of the holy month of Ramadan, free buses have been announced in Abu Dhabi for those traveling to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Setting a tone for the whole holy month, Abu Dhabi Mobility, Integrated Transport
Read MoreMoon sighting for Eid Al Fitr in UAE: Will Shawwal crescent be visible on March 29?
As countries around the world prepare for the next moon sighting for Eid Al Fitr, it is expected to fall on Saturday, March 29, 2025. But moon sighting itself may not be possible across most of the globe, due to the timing of the
Read MoreUAE: How Sheikh Zayed inspired this humanitarian to dedicate his life to help the needy
Don't worry, I paused to help out These words of Sheikh Zayed transformed the life of the Emirati humanitarian Ahmed Al Nazr Al Falasi. Al Falasi, who heads the 'Ahmad Al Falasi Hope Maker Foundation', attributed his
Read MoreUAE: Non-Muslims sit down for an Emirati iftar, experience warmth of culture at this home
To help promote understanding across culture, Mohammad Rashid Al Zaabi invited some non-Muslim guests to attend an iftar where he served them with the traditions of Ramadan in the UAE. We, Emiratis, always have the reputation for this
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