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Road widened from three lanes to four, 42-metre steel spans installed overnight as work was completed without disrupting passenger journeysDubai Airports has completed a major upgrade of the Terminal 1 bridge at Dubai International Airport, increasing capacity by 20 per cent while keeping operations running smoothly during one of the airport’s busiest periods.The bridge had reached its operational limits, making expansion essential to support growing passenger movement through the terminal. Dubai Airports said the project was delivered in a live airport environment, with careful planning to ensure the guest journey remained seamless.The upgrade included the overnight installation of major steel…
Los Angeles Times via Getty ImagesFormer TV star Spencer Pratt is now vying for a very different roleAs one of the stars of MTV’s hit show The Hills in the 2000s, Spencer Pratt quickly became one of reality television’s favourite villains. But could the 42-year-old former publicist-turned Celebrity Big Brother contestant soon win himself a new role: mayor of the second largest city in America?The Republican political outsider has risen in the polls since announcing his intention in January to run to be Los Angeles mayor, and has since become a serious contender.A new poll released on Thursday found that…
Issues have been faced by several students with the discrepancies in evaluated answer scriptsIndia’s CBSE Chairman and Secretary have been transferred. An inquiry committee has been constituted to probe the procurement of On-Screen Marking (OSM) services by CBSE.Earlier today, a class XII student whistleblower, who had raised issues relating to evaluation errors and on the rollout of the OSM appeared before the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education in Delhi on Tuesday, to highlight issues faced by several students and the discrepancies in evaluated answer scripts.According to sources, Sidhant is giving a presentation before the committee at the Parliament House Annexe, where members…
Anadolu via Getty ImagesThe US plan to establish an Ebola quarantine centre has sparked concerns in KenyaTwo people have been shot dead in the central Kenyan town of Nanyuki amid protests against US plans to establish an Ebola isolation centre at a military base nearby, the BBC has learnt.One of the victims was shot in an area close to the Laikipia Airbase where a demonstration was taking place. He died after being brought to the town’s hospital by friends. The other victim was already dead when he was taken to the hospital by soldiers.The circumstances of their deaths are not…
Industry executives see rising interest in dirham-backed digital currencies as the UAE strengthens its position as a global hub for digital financeDemand for UAE dirham-backed stablecoins is expected to increase as businesses seek faster and more efficient cross-border payment solutions, according to executives from Standard Chartered and Zodia Markets.“There are quite a few initiatives here in the UAE around dirham stablecoins. We’re pretty confident that we’re going to see demand for dirham stablecoins, and no doubt we’ll see some start to appear across the wider GCC and the region,” said Nick Philpott, Interim CEO of Zodia Markets, during a virtual…
The strategic MoU aims to create an integrated healthcare journey for medical tourists, linking visa, residency and healthcare servicesDubai will develop a ‘smart medical visa’ and more seamless services for patients travelling to the emirate for treatment under a new agreement signed by the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai and the Dubai Health Authority.The strategic Memorandum of Understanding aims to create an integrated healthcare journey for medical tourists, linking visa, residency and healthcare services from before patients arrive in Dubai through to treatment and follow-up.The agreement was signed by Lt-Gen Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General…
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Al Qaysi worked alongside late Sheikh Zayed, and left a lasting impact in the field of education in UAE, Sheikh Mohamed said in his tributeUAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has offered condolences over the death of Dr Mahmoud Ahmed Al Qaysia, a respected educator in UAE who had worked alongside founding father Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. “May Allah have mercy on the esteemed educator and teacher, Dr Mahmoud Ahmad Al-Qaysieh, grant him a place in His vast Paradise, and reward him abundantly for all that he gave. We extend our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies…
Getty ImagesPM Modi met Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing in Delhi on MondayMyanmar President Min Aung Hlaing, who is in India on a five-day visit, has held talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, focusing on areas including trade, connectivity, border security and defence.This is his first visit abroad since becoming president earlier this year, and it is being closely watched as a sign of how regional powers intend to engage with Myanmar’s military-backed leadership following a widely criticised election and five years of civil war triggered by a coup in 2021.Myanmar and India share a 1,643km (1,021-mile) border and developments…
Health insurance premiums can increase because of medical inflation and age-band loadingHealth insurance customers in the UAE can now lock their insurance premiums for up to five years under a new add-on launched by a brokerage firm.Called Health Insurance Premium Lock by Policybazaar.ae, the add-on allows customers to keep their premium at the same rate they signed up with for up to five years.According to the company, customers will be protected from premium increases linked to medical inflation and age-band loading during the lock period. The add-on is available on selected health insurance plans through Policybazaar.ae for residents of Dubai…