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Burj Al Arab hotel closed: Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel closed for 18 months for major refurbishment since 1999 World News

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Burj Al Arab hotel closed: Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel closed for 18 months for major refurbishment since 1999 World News

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab hotel is about to undergo an 18-month refurbishment project, a move that has attracted attention across the travel industry. The sail-shaped luxury hotel, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, is expected to close during major renovations. A staff member confirmed the closure deadline, while owner Jumeirah outlined a phased upgrade … Read more

Will the UAE join the Iran war? Abu Dhabi urges US and allies to reopen Strait of Hormuz by force

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Will the UAE join the Iran war? Abu Dhabi urges US and allies to reopen Strait of Hormuz by force

Strait of Hormuz (AP Photo) Will the UAE join Iran’s war and join the United States against Tehran? Abu Dhabi has every reason to step into the fray as Iran tightens its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil chokepoint, after suffering multiple attacks over the past month.According to the Wall Street Journal, … Read more

Dubai News: Dh2.8 billion raised: Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed’s ‘Edge of Life’ campaign exceeds target to fight child hunger | World News

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Dubai News: Dh2.8 billion raised: Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed's 'Edge of Life' campaign exceeds target to fight child hunger | World News

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, announced that the Edge of Life campaign has exceeded its target by the end of 2019 Ramadan and was successful, raising over AED 2.822 billion. An estimated 44,208 donors, including individuals, businesses and prominent humanitarian and charitable organizations, have … Read more

‘Using AI to create clips’: UAE orders action against 19 Indians over misleading posts during Iran war

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'Using AI to create clips': UAE orders action against 19 Indians over misleading posts during Iran war

Source: Emirates News Agency WAM The United Arab Emirates, grappling with ongoing attacks from Tehran, on Sunday ordered the arrest of 35 people, including 19 Indians, for allegedly posting video clips on social media containing misleading and fabricated content using artificial intelligence amid rising regional tensions amid a war between Israel, the United States and … Read more