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UAE- All-steel parking facility inaugurated in Abu Dhabi
(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) The Department of Transport (DoT) on Wednesday inaugurated the Emirate's first all-steel parking facility.Abu Dhabi's first all-steel parking facility. - Supplied photoThe facility, which was completed within a record time of three months spans over 8,252 square metres and can accommodate 562 vehicles.The two-level structure is located south of Al Falah Street, ...
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Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Dubais Lakshmi Panicker to meet Madhuri Dixit
UAE's Lakshmi Panicker gave a brilliant performce and won her ticket to dance in Indian reality TV show 'Jhalak Dikhhlaa Jaa'. She performed, Bharatnatyam, an Indian classical dance to Bollywood number 'Desi Girl' from 'Dostana'. Lakshmi will travel to Mumbai and not only perform ini 'Jhalak.. but also get to meet dancing diva and Bollywood actress ...
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Dubai to monitor taxi speeds in road safety move
The Public Transport Agency at the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said sensors are being fitted to taxi cabs in a bid to improve road ...
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Dubai filmmakers picture litterally shortlisted for Arab Film competition
littering in the UAE has been shortlisted for the Arab Film Studio (ASF) 2013 competition - designed to discover the next big thing in regional movie-making.Dubai-based Saleh Al Shunnar's film 'Recycled' is a 10-minute short featuring two main actors. It has been nominated alongside five other films from across the Middle East.The 47-year-old added: "It's an issue ...
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Brooks Brothers store opens in Deira City Centre
The Brooks Brothers clothing brand, one of America's oldest and most respected fashion retailers, is making its Middle Eastern debut in the UAE after recent expansion in Europe with the announcement that the Jashanmal Group is launching its first store in Deira City ...
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Dubai Municipality honors Emarats effective participation in the World No Smoking Day
Dubai Municipality has honored Emirates General Petroleum Corporation "Emarat" for its active participation in the World No Smoking Day and its prompt response to stop the sale of cigarettes and other tobacco products at the Corporation's convenience stores during the day, in addition to the launching of awareness campaigns at Emarat's service stations in Dubai and the ...
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Professionals working in financial markets of the Middle East are most stressed in the world
According to a survey conducted by eFinancialCareers, which serves the global financial community as the leading network of career sites for professionals working in banking and the financial markets, 31% of regionally-based finance professionals say they feel "very" stressed at work - more than their counterparts in the UK, US, Germany and France. Moreover, 58% report that they are ...
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Jeep in ADIHEX 2013 next September
Under the patronage of Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in the Western Region (Al Gharbia) and Chairman of the Emirates Falconer's Club, and with the support of the Cultural Programs and Heritage Festivals Committee - Abu Dhabi, the 11th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX 2013) will be held from the 4th to the 7th ...
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UAE- A journey of success
(MENAFN - Khaleej Times) Emirates NBD, the first national bank of the UAE, celebrates 50 years as a financial pillarAs Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, announced plans to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its establishment as the first national bank in the UAE, congratulatory messages began to pour in from leading public and private sector professionals and decision makers from the ...
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Good nails mean good health
You know your inner health is fine just by looking at your nails. Smooth, well-shaped nails are not only a sign of good health, they also look great. Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables will give you the essential vitamins and minerals that are vital for your nails. But be aware that household chores that involve use of detergents can damage your nails, so it is advisable to wear gloves when ...
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A tan could be dangerous
But exposing yourself to the sun for extended periods of time is dangerous, especially for those with white skin. ';The worst time is between 11am-3pm for those with Skin Type 1,'; says Dr Syed A. Shah, consultant dermatologist, American Hospital, ...
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Eat wisely to keep cool
Heat and humidity makes you lethargic, wantimg to flop down somewhere cool and hibernate. But you won’t go far in life if you give in to that temptation. To get that zip back into your life even in the most sweltering times, eat foods that are easy to digest. Keep away from rich, greasy foods as they are difficult to digest and will make you even more lethargic, says Nafeesa Ahmed, ...
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Abu Dhabi firm wins $766m offshore oil deal
State-owned Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Co (Adma-Opco) has awarded a AED2.8bn ($766m) contract to a local firm to develop an offshore field as its expands production of crude ...
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Video Giant pillow fight in Dubai Mall
A giant pillow fight competition at Dubai Mall with hundreds of children as young as six gang up and sock it to teenagers up to three times their ...
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Ramadan respect lessons for UAE expats
Expatriates can find out more about how to behave during Ramadan at free sessions being held by the Eton Institute. The free workshops will be on July 2, in Abu Dhabi, and July 3 in Dubai. To register for the Dubai event visit plus.eton.ac. For the Abu Dhabi workshop, visit ...
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Flyin and freestylin going down tonight at Dubais Playnation
Dubai rappers bringin' down 'da house tonight! (Photo courtesy of the event Facebook page) Budding artists will showcase their vocal skills and rhyming abilities at a Hip Hop freestyle competition to be held in Dubai on June 20. The Ultimate Freestyle Night, hosted by Playnation, a leisure concepts destination, at Mirdif City Centre is inspired by Arab Idol.Different techniques in ...
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Emirates cuts business class fares by 30
Business Class customers can relax before their flights in one of Emirates' 35 global Business Class lounges including the world's largest in Terminal 3 at Dubai International, it ...
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Luxury Dubai hotel plans Abbey Road music tie-up
Dubai's Fairmont The Palm, plans to create 'music suites' in collaboration with EMI's Abbey Road, spurring a significant refurbishment project of its ...
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Ducab sales increase 44 in promotion launched in February until May 2013
Dubai Cables Company, Ducab, one of the largest electric cables manufacturing company in the Middle East achieved a 44% increase in sales tonnage of various household wires and flexible cables produced in its plants in UAE, in the unique 4 month long Dragons promotion launched last February ...
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DP World and Jawaharlal Nehru Port hold ceremonial signing for Nhava Sheva Gateway Terminal
DP World and Jawaharlal Nehru Port held a ceremonial signing of the concession awarded to DP World to construct and operate a new container terminal at the ...
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NMK supplies rental companies with Axient Spectrum Manager
Nicolas Kyvernitis Electronics Enterprises, distributors of Shure in the Middle East have recently supplied three rental companies with the AXT600 Axient Spectrum ...
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Focusrite debuts RedNet to Middle East studios
Melody House, distributors of Focusrite have recently launched the New RedNet system. The system is now available in the Middle East, after being officially announced in the US earlier last ...
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Dubai to have a Holy Quran Park next year
WAM DUBAI, June 20th, 2013 (WAM): Plans to construct a unique public park project called 'Holy Quran Park' have been announced by the General Projects Department of Dubai Municipality (DM). The project is expected to be completed by September 2014, according to Eng. Mohammed Nour Mashroum, the Director of General Projects Department, who disclosed the details of the proposed project ...
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Intra Mena trade may hit $300b
According to HSBC Global Research, the GCC will earn more from oil over 2011-14 than it did in the previous 15 years combined. In 2013 alone, the value of the region’s oil production will be roughly five times greater than it was just a decade before. Simon Cooper, deputy chairman and CEO, HSBC Middle East and North Africa, said by building on an opportunity for growing trade, Mena ...
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A journey of success
anniversary of its establishment as the first national bank in the UAE, congratulatory messages began to pour in from leading public and private sector professionals and decision makers from the government and financial services sector in the UAE. Shaikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Emirates NBD, said: "On behalf of the entire management and staff of Emirates NBD, we take this ...
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Abu Dhabi's changing role in UAE
The international financial crisis has caused much misery and despair world-wide, but in every recession there are opportunities, and because of Dubai, Abu Dhabi may have been presented with one.
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