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More than 240.44 million people have been reported to be infected by the novel coronavirus globally and 5,102,801 million people have died, according to a Reuters tally on Monday. Infections have been reported in more than 210 countries and territories since the first cases were identified in December 2019.

Team Abu Dhabi’s Rashed Al Qemzi secured his third UIM F2 world championship title today with an emphatic victory in the Grand Prix of Portugal. Starting from pole position, the brilliant Emirati driver completely dominated the final round of the series at Vila Velha de Ródão, winning by the commanding …

A total of AED151 million worth of 243 real estate transactions were conducted in Ras Al Khaimah in September, according to a report issued by the Lands and Properties Department at the emirate’s municipality. Al Jazirah Al Hamra area was the best performer according to the report, recording 83 sales …

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoAHP) is showcasing a number of smart services at GITEX Technology Week 2021, including the issuing of birth certificates using WhatsApp. The new service aims to enrich customer experiences and improve communication channels with the public using a smooth and simplified methodology based on …

ADNOC Distribution has continued its expansion in the Northern Emirates with two further openings in Sharjah, the Al Talaaa and Al Madean stations, both located in the Industrial Area. The openings support the company’s commitment to delivering on its promise to provide greater fuel retailer convenience to customers and neighborhoods. …

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, officially opened the 41st edition of GITEX GLOBAL x Ai Everything – the world’s most influential technology sourcing and networking event of 2021 – at the Dubai World …

 Consumer confidence in Dubai moved to its highest level in 10 years during the third quarter of 2021, the Consumer Confidence Index tracked by Dubai Economy showed. During the quarter the Index rose two points from the previous quarter and 21 points compared to the same quarter of 2020. The …

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority Dubai is featuring the ‘Using AI in Cycling Tracks’ solution at GITEX Technology Week 2021 which is a proof of concept developed by EVOTEQ, a digital transformation solutions provider. This revolutionary solution aims to ensure safer roads for cyclists by deploying digital solutions that create …

Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) will leverage this week’s GITEX Global 2021 – the industry’s largest interconnected technology platform – to spotlight four ICT-related projects and initiatives driving innovation and digital transformation across the Emirate’s education sector. “Participating at GITEX Global is an opportunity to showcase how …

The Ministry of Health and Prevention, MoHAP, announced on Sunday that it conducted 317,254, 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 …