Category: UAE
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UAE Introduces New Dirham Symbol and Digital Currency: What to Expect
A new symbol introduces the dirham to market cryptocurrency along with the national currency status of the United Arab Emirates. The design now displays “dirham” first letter along with two horizontal lines that represent stability and the digital currency presents the UAE flag colors around it to symbolize national identity. New Banknotes and Phased Implementation…
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Best Short Flights from UAE for an Eid Getaway
There are also a few sites, great for a short and refreshing Eid break, that are located some few hours from the UAE. Find out here how at some of the best places to visit whether you want a beach escape, a cultural adventure or a wildlife experience. 1. Nairobi, Kenya 🦁 Had a morning…
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La Liga Launches Talent Discovery Programme in UAE
Selected out of eight young footballers, four boys and four girls, the Spanish Football League, La Liga has launched a talent discovery programme in the UAE, where it is holding a training session in Madrid exclusively for them. The initiative is in this case part of the ‘LaLiga FC Futures’ programme for scouting and developing…
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UAE Food Bank and Ne’ma Join Forces to Reduce Food Waste During Ramadan 2025
The UAE Food Bank has joined forces with the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative “Ne’ma” to execute two significant programs which focus on lowering food waste while assisting marginalized populations throughout Ramadan 2025. Dubai residents can now access surplus food through two new programs: “One Million Meals from Surplus Food” linked with the establishment…
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UAE Ranked Second Safest Country in the World for 2025
Numbeo publishes a safety index for 2025 and the United Arab Emirates is ranked as second safest country in the world, just behind Germany. The UAE has a remarkable score of 84.5 under Per Capita Income which is followed by Andorra with 84.7 and then Qatar has 84.2. Top 10 Safest Countries in 2025 1️⃣…
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DEWA Unveils AI Roadmap to Become World’s First AI-Native Utility
Under the leadership of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) the organization debuted its plan to develop into the world’s initial AI-native utility which requires artificial intelligence to operate in every operational sector. In a presentation at GenAI Week Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer announced that DEWA would lead the world as the first completely AI-native…
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Creators HQ Hosts Ramadan Events to Empower Digital Content Creators
These four discussion nights are the first of their kind for Creators HQ in the UAE and the first in the Middle East, during which more than 420 content creators, CEOs, and media professionals came together. These sessions included executives from key technology companies, SNSs, and leading profiles, to understand the social value of contents…
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Dubai Expands Smart Bus Service to Oud Metha and Barsha Heights
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) of Dubai has added Oud Metha and Barsha Heights to its Bus-On-Demand service for residents who want efficient and cost-effective transit alternatives. Through this initiative the emirate seeks to reduce traffic problems and establish uninterrupted transportation throughout the area. A Smarter and Cost-Effective Mobility Solution Bus-On-Demand represents a primary…
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UAE Introduces New Dhs100 Polymer Banknote with Advanced Security Features
The new note, worth AED 100, bears an illustration on the front side with images of the Union Square and the Abu Dhabi Central Business District on the back side with the announcement of ‘Islamic Solidarity and Prosperity’. A new updated note has made its way into the circulation and is fitted with exceptional security…
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Ghaitha Al Ain 2025: Abu Dhabi to Launch New Eid Al-Fitr Festival
Of course, it will be interesting to note that Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT Abu Dhabi) is planning to hold Ghaitha Al Ain 2025, an Eid Al-Fitr festival in Al Ain. Held at the exterior of ADNEC Al Ain, the event will begin on the first day of Eid and last for…