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2025 to Feature Lunar Events, Including Eclipses, Conjunctions, and Supermoons

The first major event will take place on January 3, when the Moon will align with Venus and Saturn just after sunset. This conjunction promises a stunning sight as the two planets and the Moon share the same line of sight from Earth, creating an exceptional visual display

Atiqa Mir: The Nine-Year-Old Karting Prodigy Making History in Le Mans

Nine-year-old Atiqa Mir from Dubai has etched her name in the annals of motorsport history by becoming the first female racer to win a race in the prestigious RMCIT—Rotax Challenge International Trophy—held at the renowned Le Mans Kart International circuit in France

UAE Residents Face Record Schengen Visa Rejections, Losing Dh16.8 Million in 2023

In 2023, UAE residents faced challenges in traveling to Europe, with Dh16.8 million (€4.19 million) lost on rejected Schengen visa applications. A report indicated a 22.44% denial rate, reflecting a 25% increase from the previous year

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Dominica: PM Roosevelt Skerrit calls China for humanitarian support in Haiti

Dr Roosevelt Skerrit – The Prime Minister of the Commonwealth of Dominica has recently delivered his address during the 8th Round of Consultations held between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China and Caribbean Nations. 

Damac Properties Set to Launch Luxury Airline, Damac Air, with Exclusive Tropical Destinations

Damac Air aims to enhance luxury travel for high-net-worth individuals, offering non-stop flights to exclusive destinations like Seychelles, Maldives, Bali, Bora Bora, Fiji, and Hawaii. The airline is set to launch in the coming months

Israel Offers Evacuation for Babies Amidst Ongoing Conflict

Israel has announced plans to assist in evacuating infants from Al-Shifa, acknowledging the precarious situation at the hospital. Reports indicate that 37 at-risk babies are earmarked for evacuation, although specifics on the evacuation process remain unclear

Dubai Municipality Cracks Down on Neglected Vehicles Across Registration and Testing Centres

The campaign, which has already issued 68 vehicle clearance alerts, 38 posters, and 30 text messages, focuses on locations including Warsan, Qusais, Shamil Muhaisnah, and several others

UAE witnessing a significant decline in COVID infections and deaths

He then emphasized and said the UAE's model of handling the crisis had been appreciated at the international level. 

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Dubai Can initiative witnesses 40 water fountains around the city

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Executive Council and Crown Prince of Dubai, launched the 'Dubai Can' sustainability initiative in February this year, and within just two months, there are 40 water fountains already around the city. The initiative strives to increase these to 50 by the end of 2022.

Emirates to Resume Daily Flights to Beirut and Baghdad Starting February 1

The Dubai-based airline confirmed this development in a statement to Khaleej Times on Friday, revealing its plans to increase connectivity to these key Middle Eastern destinations. For Beirut, Emirates will operate daily flights using its Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, which will offer three classes of service

Hels on Wheels explores Saudi’s border on her 277th cycling day

Daily vlogger and blogger, popularly known as 'Hels on Wheels' across social media platforms, is a full-time Global Hobo cyclist who travels the world on her cycle and shares her experience through photos and youtube vlogs.

UAE Cricket Community Mourns for Mandeep Singh, Resident Who Died After Sharjah Match

After the match, Mandeep Singh felt better and left with teammates. During the drive home, he collapsed from shortness of breath on Sharjah-Nazwa Road. Despite CPR and emergency aid, he was declared dead upon arrival at Al Daid Hospital

Dubai Private Schools Allowed Fee Increases Based on Performance in Latest Inspections

Importantly, schools that have experienced a decline in their inspection ratings will not be eligible to apply for any fee increases, underscoring the KHDA's commitment to incentivizing quality education provision
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