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H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued Emiri Decree No. (41) regarding the transfer and appointment of an advisor in the Ruler’s Office. The decree stipulated that Khamis bin Salem Al Suwaidi shall be transferred from the Sharjah Department of Suburbs …

H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, issued Emiri Decree No. 42 regarding the promotion and appointment of a Head of Sharjah Department of Suburbs and Villages Affairs (SDSVA) in Sharjah, and be a Member of the Sharjah Executive Council. The decree …

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 311,742 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment. In a statement, the Ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and …

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) imposed an administrative sanction on an Insurance Company operating in the UAE, pursuant to the Federal Law No. (6) of 2007 on the Organisation of Insurance Operations, as amended. On 18 May 2022, the CBUAE imposed a prohibition on the insurance company from …

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has decided to raise the Base Rate applicable to the Overnight Deposit Facility (ODF) by 75 basis points, effective from Thursday, 16 June 2022. This decision was taken following the US Federal Reserve Board’s announcement on 15 June 2022 to increase the Interest …

Filmmaker Rian Johnson has announced that the upcoming ‘Knives Out’ sequel is titled ‘Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery’ and will be released this holiday season. The much-anticipated part two of the hit 2019 murder mystery will see Daniel Craig reprise his role as the master sleuth Benoit Blanc. Ethan …

H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, today visited the North Runway at Dubai International Airport (DXB) to review the progress of the rehabilitation works at the runway, which is …

The Umm Al Qaiwain Industrial Authority is helping to strengthen the process of development of the emirate of Umm Al Qaiwain and is enhancing its local and international stature, by attracting capital and providing facilities at the 60,000 Square Kilometre Umm Al Thuoob Industrial Area. The Authority has also highlighted …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has reviewed the details of the Emirates Lunar Mission, which comes in line with the country’s ambitious strategy in exploring outer space. His Highness affirmed his confidence in the competencies of the UAE youth in leading this national mission which aims …

In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has issued Law No. (12) of 2022 establishing road toll operator Salik as a Public Joint Stock Company (PJSC). The company will have legal, financial and …