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Gold prices edged higher on Friday, set for a second consecutive weekly gain, as the US dollar tumbled and recent economic data prompted bets that the Federal Reserve is nearing the end of its rate-hike cycle, Reuters reported. Spot gold was up 0.1 percent at US$2,042.01 per ounce, as of …

The Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium in the capital city, Abu Dhabi, will host the Egyptian Super Cup 2021-2022. It brings together Zamalek, the league champions, and Al Ahly, the cup champions, on Friday, May 5, 2023, at 8.30pm, UAE time. The hosting of …

The Russian foreign debt stood at $357.9 bn as of 1st April , 2023, the Central Bank said on Thursday, The debt dropped by 5.9% or by $22.6 bn, compared to the figure at the year start, Russian News Agency (TASS) reported, quoting an apex bank statement . “The dynamics …

Registering domestic workers in the Wages Protection System (WPS) is optional for 14 professions, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) said today, adding that five professions only are required to be registered in the system.Starting 1st April, the salaries of five professions under the domestic worker category – …

In a high-quality operation dubbed “Operation Microscope,” the Dubai Police General Command successfully dismantled an organized criminal gang specializing in residential villa thefts and targeting bank clients. The operation involved putting the gang members “under the microscope,” meticulously monitoring their movements and activities both within and outside the country, leading …

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced that Ramadan 29-Shawwal 3 1444H will be a paid holiday for all employees in the private sector across the UAE, on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr. “This comes in line with the UAE Cabinet’s decision to grant equal official public …

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources today announced that the Eid al-Fitr holiday for federal entities in the UAE will begin on 29th Ramadan until 3rd Shawwal 1444 H. On the occasion, the Authority conveyed its congratulations to the UAE leadership, government and people and to the Arab and Islamic …

Dubai Customs continues to deliver crushing blows to those who promote prohibited substances as part of their duty to protect the borders against any illegal smuggling attempts. In a recent incident, Dubai Customs inspectors at Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport foiled an attempt to smuggle 880 grams of pure …

 President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi held discussions today aimed at further strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. During a meeting at the Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo, the two leaders addressed a number of issues of interest and exchanged views …

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council, chaired the Council’s meeting today where he approved the Dubai Endowments Strategy. The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, …