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02/22/2012 01:48 PM
Ajman groceries banned from selling cigarettes
Violators face Dh10,000 fine and shop closure
02/22/2012 01:48 PM
Indian mum, 81, sells ancestral land to save son's Dubai building
When Galgotia ran up millions in bills and banks slammed the door in his face, he had no one to turn to except his mother in India
02/22/2012 01:48 PM
'My name is Zaki Mohammad. I don't know who I am'
A 60-year-old Bangladeshi man who speaks impeccable English, Bengali and Hindi is desperate to find his bearings and his family
02/22/2012 01:48 PM
Airport worker battling for life after suffering burns
Engineer, three others suffer burns in Concourse 3
02/22/2012 12:29 PM
‘Class A' fake notes stump officials
In a cat and mouse game between cops and forgers, the Indian rupee emerges as top counterfeited currency in the country
02/22/2012 12:25 PM
HomeOwners of 45-storey tower to move court
Unfulfilled promises is just one among many violations alleged by residents of Trident Grand Residence against the developer
02/22/2012 12:25 PM
When Mammoth Elephants walked freely in Abu Dhabi
Herds of elephants weighing up to five tonnes freely roamed in Abu Dhabi about seven million years ago, a recent archaeological study shows
02/22/2012 12:24 PM
Resident weevil strikes palm trees, hundreds uprooted
A posh community in Emirates Living is uprooting hundreds of palm trees for public safety
02/22/2012 12:22 PM
Water filter scam exposed
XPRESS blows the lid off the dirty tricks used by sales agents who con residents into buying their water purification systems. Read on
02/22/2012 12:21 PM
Halal wine anyone?
Muslims and non-drinkers who may have felt left out at parties can now raise a toast with ‘halal' wine and champagne
02/22/2012 12:21 PM
Seven-month-old, 11 others undergo free heart surgery
Children from UAE, Oman, Iran, Syria, Bangladesh, Pakistan and India benefit from charity initiative
02/22/2012 12:01 PM
Updating housing fees is now a breeze in Dubai
Tenants who have been paying higher housing fees than necessary, can now have this amended instantly
02/22/2012 11:57 AM
Graduates say influence key to landing a job
Some UAE nationals are unable to secure employment in any of the country’s sectors because they do not have a wasta (connections to pull strings), job seekers claimed
02/22/2012 11:53 AM
Four fighting for life after electrical burns
Four people, including an electrical engineer, with severe burns to their bodies have been battling for their lives in Rashid Hospital since Monday morning
02/22/2012 11:47 AM
Abu Dhabi launches new online e-sick leave attestation system
Implementation Mandatory for health care facilities from march 1
02/22/2012 11:32 AM
Festival of Literature to attract 100 authors
Masterclasses, workshops, and sessions will challenge and enthral
02/22/2012 10:04 AM
Top diplomats to visit Kenyan woman in hospital
The 26-year-old remains in a critical condition after violent attack
02/22/2012 10:03 AM
Elephant footprints found in UAE desert
Study shows marks are seven million years old
02/22/2012 10:03 AM
Seven arrested over cable theft
Suspects allegedly bribed the watchman to gain access to Sewa station
02/22/2012 10:03 AM
Offers pour in to help Abu Dhabi street dweller
Mechanical engineer says he is confident of turning his life around
02/22/2012 10:03 AM
Court rejects absent doctor's written plea
Medic, accused of refusing to resuscitate cardiac patient, fails to attend court due to his wife's death
02/22/2012 10:03 AM
Parents fail to report child sex abuse to police for fear of shame
Attorney general calls on people to alert the authorities
02/22/2012 08:53 AM
Heavy vehicles an emissions hazard
Tighter controls needed to protect health and environment
02/22/2012 08:26 AM
Bur Dubai traffic fatalities dropped in 2011
Traffic fatalities in Bur Dubai dropped by 4.14 per cent in 2011 with 47 cases compared to 49 deaths in 2010
02/22/2012 07:53 AM
Inmate accused of rape in Dubai Central Jail
Prosecutors have accused a 23-year-old detainee of raping another prisoner, although the latter claimed that nearly eight suspects gang-raped him
02/22/2012 05:37 AM
Paid parking extended to Al Nahyan camp in Abu Dhabi
Pay-to-park system will be extended to sector E25 located between Delma Street from the north
02/22/2012 12:36 AM
Investigation into workers' injuries during routine test in Dubai
Dubai Aviation City Corporation is conducting an investigation into an incident in which five workers were injured during a routine test of some electric equipment in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport
02/21/2012 12:21 PM
Leaders discuss national issues and enquire about people's needs
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince calls on Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain and RAK Rulers
02/21/2012 12:21 PM
FNC members stress steps to stop imports of illegal goods
Call for tighter controls at country's borders and ports
02/21/2012 12:21 PM
Students visit government media office
Mohammad meets the group as he launches YouTube channel
02/21/2012 12:21 PM
Federal National Council asked to look into disparity in utility costs
Member seeks minister's clarification
02/21/2012 12:21 PM
FNC seeks cheaper retail price for petrol in UAE
Members of the Federal National Council complained the UAE is not among the countries with lowest retail price of petrol, while every other Gulf country makes it to the world's top 10 for cheap petrol
02/21/2012 11:57 AM
Green Line to extend up to Academic City
Plans are under way to extend Dubai Metro's Green Line to Academic City, International City and the Lagoons developments within five years, a senior official told Gulf News Tuesday
02/21/2012 11:57 AM
Light showers expected in northern areas
The weather in the northern and eastern parts of the UAE is expected to be cloudy Wednesday with light showers forecast in the northern regions
02/21/2012 11:45 AM
Kenyans pray for recovery of assault victim
Consulate officials try to contact her family in Mombasa even as she experiences diminished brain activity
02/21/2012 11:45 AM
Battle against drugs leads to 26 arrests in Dubai, police say
144kg of narcotics seized last year, including 135kg of heroin and 6kg of marijuana, with international cooperation
02/21/2012 11:45 AM
Toxic fumes kill two who fell into manhole
Men drowned after being exposed to toxic fumes from drainage
02/21/2012 11:12 AM
Filipinos top users of Dubai Metro, RTA study shows
The Filipino community has shown the highest affinity for Dubai Metro, followed by Indians and Europeans, while Emirati commuters make up 12 per cent of Metro users, according to a study conducted by the RTA
02/21/2012 11:08 AM
Al Sufouh Tram to open to public in November 2014
The Al Sufouh Tram will open to public on November 2014, Adnan Al Hammadi, CEO of RTA's Rail Agency said Tuesday
02/21/2012 10:42 AM
Al Sufouh Tram to open to the public 2014, RTA says
The Al Sufouh Tram will open to the public in November 2014, Adnan Al Hammadi, CEO of RTA's Rail Agency, said Tuesday
02/21/2012 10:42 AM
Pepsi and Coca-Cola removal to take a month
Companies rapped over price and Arabic labels
02/21/2012 10:42 AM
Dubai Metro's Green Line to be extended
New Guinness mark greeted by plans to further widen network within five years
02/21/2012 10:41 AM
Rejected marriage proposals prompt man to slash wrist
He is now in custody over suicide attempt
02/21/2012 09:33 AM
Slimming products sold outside pharmacies unsafe
Abu Dhabi inspections prove presence of harmful chemicals
02/21/2012 09:33 AM
Dry February worries UAE farmers
Met officials attribute vagaries in UAE weather to global climate change
02/21/2012 09:33 AM
Banks lead employers at Sharjah job fair
More than 7,000 visitors expected at event
02/21/2012 09:33 AM
51 blaze-hit families get compensation
Tenants of Al Baker Tower who lost all their belongings receive Dh50,000 each
02/21/2012 08:45 AM
Three land in prison for posing as policemen and robbing worker
Accused abducted the victim in Dubai and left him in Sharjah
02/21/2012 08:44 AM
Waiver helps killer get reduced term
Woman convicted of murdering boyfriend
02/21/2012 08:44 AM
Two men jailed for police station breakout
Two would-be fugitives have been given three years in jail each after a court convicted them of breaking out of Al Muraqqabat Police Station
02/21/2012 08:14 AM
Reader's issue raised with bank loan application
I had a bad experience with Mashreq bank. I applied for a personal loan with Mashreq bank (Sharia) in July 2010
02/21/2012 08:13 AM
Reaffirm your green values by saying no to plastic
Disposable plastic is a myth and hence it's imperative that anti-pollution campaigns are able to get more people to stop using it altogether
02/21/2012 08:12 AM
Expats remember martyrs of Bangla movement
Vow to keep spirit of struggle on Mother Language Day
02/21/2012 05:21 AM
Dubai Metro creates new world record
It's official: The Dubai Metro is the longest driverless metro network in the world
02/21/2012 05:13 AM
Agricultural Exhibition to open in Al Ain
The event is expected to attract more than 4000 visitors and a host of exhibitors from the agriculture and animal wealth sectors
02/21/2012 05:13 AM
Sharjah Ruler receives Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi
The meeting touched upon a number of key issues concerning the nation and Emiratis
02/21/2012 02:10 AM
Reports of Google service disruption create buzz
Internet users claim the popular search engine and its related services were down on Tuesday
02/20/2012 11:28 AM
Doctors issue solid-food alert for babies under 6 months
It can lead to life-long allergies, expert warns
02/20/2012 11:27 AM
Prominent Emirati poet Thani dies aged 49
Playwright, journalist and critic was battling a chronic disease
02/20/2012 11:04 AM
RAK court drops case after mediating family dispute
Rivalry between woman and husband, mother-in-law resolved
02/20/2012 11:04 AM
Thousands of dead tuna found floating off Dubai
The Coast Guard has found thousands of dead tuna floating in the waters west of Dubai Monday
02/20/2012 11:04 AM
Woman fights for her life following brutal assault in Dubai
Friends speak about attack in hotel car park which has left victim on life support
02/20/2012 11:04 AM
From engineer to street dweller in UAE
Mentally disturbed man to forego the safety of a home for a life on the city's pavements
02/20/2012 10:45 AM
Winds bring a cold spell to the UAE
Strong winds force temperature to drop to uncomfortable levels in UAE
02/20/2012 10:06 AM
Sharjah Police arrest three after robbery, rape
Trio also accused of raping a housemaid during one of their raids
02/20/2012 10:06 AM
Accused drug smuggler tells court she's stupid
A visitor termed herself dumb in court Monday before being charged with smuggling 2.6 kilograms of cocaine
02/20/2012 10:06 AM
Pepsi, Coke withdraw 300ml cans in UAE
Companies agree to distribute soft drinks in larger packaging with the price printed
02/20/2012 10:05 AM
Maid's sponsor finds man in wardrobe
Couple jailed for illicit relationship
02/20/2012 10:05 AM
Airport security 2011 haul includes 16 narcotic substances, and weapons
Al Mazeina praises role of officials in organising flow of passengers and maintaining order in Dubai
02/20/2012 10:05 AM
Police patrols help reduce road deaths in Dubai
Eight fatalities reported in six weeks, but speeding continues to top list of violations
02/20/2012 08:42 AM
Emirati poet Ahmad Rashid Thani dies, aged 49
Emirati poet Ahmad Rashid Thani died Monday after a battle with a chronic disease
02/20/2012 08:22 AM
Emirati women to take up Antarctica challenge
Bankers look forward to once-in-a-lifetime opportunity
02/20/2012 07:57 AM
Porters claim hardship forced them to steal electronics, sell them for cash
Two aviation porters claimed in court Monday they were forced to steal due to hardship
02/20/2012 02:32 AM
Red Crescent Authority checks Syrian refugees' status
During the visit, the delegation inquired about the Syrian refugees' living conditions and needs
02/20/2012 02:32 AM
Abu Dhabi issues 61 warnings in food inspection drive
Violations included unlicensed food related activities and undesirable practices
02/20/2012 01:30 AM
Abu Dhabi to extend paid parking area
Abu Dhabi's paid parking area is to be extended to Tourist Club area
02/19/2012 12:24 PM
Unsettled weather to continue across UAE, with some rain
Surge in Shamal wind speed forecast for Monday and Tuesday
02/19/2012 12:24 PM
Missing Abu Dhabi teenager returns safely
Girl, 16, lost since Thursday was dropped off at Chinese embassy
02/19/2012 12:24 PM
Maid smothers newborn in Ras Al Khaimah
Woman involved in illicit affair says she wanted to stop infant from crying
02/19/2012 12:24 PM
Goods worth Dh20m went up in flames in Dubai
Police investigate the cause of the blaze that destroyed two dhows loaded and ready to set sail
02/19/2012 11:34 AM
Citizenship granted to 1,117
Khalifa's decrees benefit those born to Emirati women married to foreigners
02/19/2012 11:34 AM
FNC members call for tighter import checks
Toys that mock Islam appearing in local markets, Bin Ham says
02/19/2012 11:34 AM
Increase in financial grant to benefit 7,000 Dubai families
Move in keeping with emirate's Strategic Plan 2015
02/19/2012 11:34 AM
About 5,000 candidates meet conditions for UAE citizenship
Rule will apply only to children born after mother's naturalisation
02/19/2012 11:33 AM
Injured cook confesses to illicit affair with driver
Lover denies her claims of having sex in his car
02/19/2012 11:33 AM
Three kidnap brothers, attack them with sharp tools over robbery of birds
Three men have been accused of kidnapping two brothers and assaulting them with sharp tools to force one of them to admit that he stole birds
02/19/2012 10:17 AM
Man denies kidnap and rape of jobseeker
Victim had posted CV on a job portal from where accused allegedly got her details and deceived her
02/19/2012 09:31 AM
Protection vital in avoiding eye injuries
Using goggles for hazardous tasks and other safety gear is essential, experts say
02/19/2012 09:31 AM
Abu Dhabi firm delays satellite launch
Attempt aborted due to technical reasons
02/19/2012 09:31 AM
Police launch awareness drive to end knife fights
Campaign aimed at curbing youth violence
02/19/2012 08:48 AM
Death lurks on Sharjah highway
Pedestrians decry lack of footbridge on accident-prone stretch of Al Ittihad road
02/19/2012 08:36 AM
Habitat loss threatens only kingfisher species in UAE
Kalbaensis numbers down 27% on destruction of mangroves
02/19/2012 08:28 AM
Appreciation for honesty
A Dubai taxi driver shows the strength of his values by returning a lost wallet to its owner
02/19/2012 05:19 AM
10 tips to the perfect biryani, plus two quick recipes
There are a few things you should keep in mind when making the perfect biryani
02/19/2012 04:19 AM
Temperature forecast to drop across the UAE
Strong winds carrying dust and sand will reduce visibility in parts of UAE
02/19/2012 02:43 AM
1,117 granted Emirati citizenship
The beneficiaries were found to have met the conditions to acquire the citizenship
02/19/2012 02:35 AM
Two hurt in car crashes on Al Ain highway
Both victims were rushed to hospital for treatment of severe injuries
02/18/2012 07:55 AM
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02/18/2012 07:15 AM
Academia and industry to join forces in research
UAEU and Agthia in talks to form development partnership
07/21/2010 04:04 AM
Adopt a pet: Cats
These abandoned cats are in urgent need of a home - will you share yours?