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Abu Dhabi Completes Over 1,000 Organ Transplants Through Hayat Programme
MedEdge MEA
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August 14, 2025
On the occasion of World Organ Donation Day, Abu Dhabi announces the completion of a major milestone in its journey toward becoming a leading destination for healthcare excellence, pioneering organ transplantation and transforming lives. Since the...
Abu Dhabi Set To Host First World Deaf Congress In The Middle East, Reveals Winning Logo By Jordanian Deaf Artist
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- PR Newswire) Scheduled for 19 to 23 September 2027, the Congress will bring over 2,000 participants from all over the world to Abu Dhabi to celebrate the richness of national sign languages, foster cross-border collaborations, and empower...
Inside Abu Dhabi's AI university welcoming the 'best of the best'
The National News
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The first cohort of students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in AI will soon begin classes at Abu Dhabi’s Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. The university, which opened in 2020 and previously offered only postgraduate...
Abu Dhabi Police continues to promote traffic awareness
Emirati Times
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August 14, 2025
Abu Dhabi: The Directorate of Traffic and Security Patrols at Abu Dhabi Police has organized traffic awareness initiatives during the ‘Al Qayd Season’ events held at Al-Rahaba Square in Abu Dhabi and the Municipal Presence Center in Shahama, with...
Inside Abu Dhabi's elite AI undergraduate programme welcoming the 'best of the best'
The National News
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The first cohort of students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in AI will soon begin classes at Abu Dhabi’s Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence. The university, which opened in 2020 and previously offered only postgraduate...
UAE: Disneyland Abu Dhabi Expected To Rise In North Yas, Says Expert
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Disneyland Abu Dhabi is most likely to be built in North Yas, close to the Fahid Bridge, on one of the last remaining waterfront plots on the island, a leading real estate expert has said, while property prices on Yas...
Sphere Abu Dhabi enters final stage of preconstruction
The National News
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The preconstruction phase of Sphere Abu Dhabi, the highly anticipated spherical entertainment venue, is nearing completion, the chief executive of Sphere Entertainment said on Monday. Abu Dhabi was announced as the second location of the Las Vegas...
UAE Pro League season preview: Dominant Shabab Al Ahli the team to catch
The National News
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The domestic league season will get under way amid challenging temperatures this weekend when the UAE Pro League returns. The rest of the field have been working in the summer to find a way to bridge the gap to Shabab Al Ahli, who won the league...
UAE pupils look to universities around the world after record A-Level success
The National News
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Pupils across the UAE were celebrating their A-level results on Thursday, as the number of top grades awarded hit their highest level outside of the Covid-19 pandemic. Graduates told The National they were now planning to head to elite...
Dubai Youth councils team up to host Youth lab
Emirates 24|7
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August 14, 2025
In conjunction with International Youth Day, observed annually on August 12, the Dubai Youth Council hosted the ‘Dubai Youth Lab’ in collaboration with the Knowledge and Human Development Authority Youth Council. The event was attended by His...
Dubai dazzles as ET Indo Global Leaders 2025 celebrates global excellence
The Economic Times
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August 14, 2025
On August 6, Dubai’s iconic Al Habtoor Palace played host to ET Indo Global Leaders 2025, a flagship initiative by The Economic Times. The high-profile gathering brought together global thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers for an...
UAE helicopters drop 400 tonnes water on raging Albanian wildfires
The National News
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Helicopters sent by the UAE have dropped more than 400,000 litres of water on wildfires raging across Albania under a major relief mission. An Emirati emergency task force arrived in Albania on Monday – on the directives of President Sheikh...
UAE, Japan strengthens ties as 50 youth head to Expo 2025 Osaka
Emirati Times
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August 14, 2025
Dubai: As part of the UAE’s Year of Community, Al-Futtaim has partnered with the UAE Ministry of Culture, Emirates Foundation, and Al Khaleejiya Radio 100.9, with support from the UAE Pavilion, to launch ‘Building Bridges: Voices of the Future.’...
ADIB and Abu Dhabi Housing Authority sign an agreement to Expand Affordable Housing Finance for UAE Nationals
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- Edelman) Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC (ADIB), a leading Islamic financial institution in the UAE, has signed an agreement with the Abu Dhabi Housing Authority (ADHA) to provide top-up home financing solutions to UAE nationals. The...
Dubai Basketball and its meteoric rise to EuroLeague: 'This is a story from a movie'
The New York Times
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August 14, 2025
Dubai attracting skilled workers from Europe and North America is nothing new. With approximately 3.9 million residents, fewer than 10 percent are Emirati citizens, according to a 2024 government report. But the city of skyscrapers in the United...
Al-Futtaim Launches “Building Bridges” to Empower Emirati Youth and Celebrate 70 Years of UAE–Japan Partnership
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- bursonglobal) Dubai, United Arab Emirates; 14 August 2025: In recognition of the UAE’s Year of Community, Al-Futtaim, in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Culture, Emirates Foundation and Al Khaleejiya Radio 100.9, and with the...
Education Sector Call: Pakistaniinvestors Urged To Expand In UAE
MENAFN
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August 14, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) Pakistani investors and businesses should come forward to set up new schools catering to the Pakistani curriculum across the UAE as more students await new admissions every year, says a senior diplomat. Hussain Muhammad,...
Bella Hadid wears dress by Dubai-based Palestinian designer Reema Al Banna's brand Reemami
The National News
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Palestinian-American model Bella Hadid has once again used her platform to spotlight Palestinian culture, this time for the launch of her latest fragrance, Eternal Roots. For the social media post accompanying her announcement, Hadid wore the...
Top spots for Independence Day feasts in the UAE
Gulf News
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1. Butlers Chocolate Café From August 14 to 16, enjoy 14 per cent off on all food items (excluding beverages and chocolates). A sweet celebration of Pakistani pride. Where: All UAE branches When: August 14–16 2. Goga Lahori – Celebrate Desi style...
Unfold New Possibilities: HONOR Introduces HONOR Magic V5 Foldable at a Premium Regional Event in Dubai
Arab Times
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August 14, 2025
HONOR, a global leading AI device ecosystem company, has officially taken the foldable smartphone experience to the next level with the launch of its highly anticipated HONOR Magic V5, the Smarter, Slimmer & Stronger foldable. The unveiling, held...