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Two arrested for growing marijuana at a farm in Abu Dhabi
Two men have been arrested for growing marijuana plants on their employer’s farm in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi Police went into action and detained the men after being notified that they were growing the cannabis plants. The men were
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TikTok prank based on real fraud: How cybercriminals in UAE convince victims to call them
A prank where people call their friends using an automated answering machine voice to tell them that a large amount of money is about to be debited from their account is gaining popularity on the social media platform TikTok. Cybersecurity
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Eid Al Adha 2022: UAE residents advised to take PCR test within 72 hours of festival
The UAE’s National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has announced the Covid safety rules that residents must follow during Eid Al Adha this weekend. Sacrificial meat, gifts and food are allowed to be distributed
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Kuwait suspends visit visas until further notice
Kuwait has stopped issuing visit visas, including family and tourist visas, starting Monday, June 27, 2022 and until further notice, the Kuwait News
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UAE is producing near its maximum oil capacity: Minister of Energy
The UAE Minister of Energy and Infrastructure clarified some points about oil production in the country on Monday. “I would like to clarify
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Central Bank fines financial firm for violating laws
The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) on Tuesday imposed administrative and financial sanctions on a finance company operating in the UAE for not
Read MoreOnline registration for Haj to combat scams in Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia has required would-be Haj pilgrims from many Western countries to apply for visas via a government portal online, a move intended to crack down on “fake” travel agencies, officials told AFP on Monday. The new system was
Read MoreFather gets Dh5,000 fine for neglect after son burnt by hot water
An Al Ain father has been fined Dh5,000 for neglecting his son, who was burnt by hot water. The Al Ain Federal Court of First Instance issued the ruling after it found the Arab man guilty of negligence under article 60 of the Child Rights Law
Read MoreUltra-fast EV charging stations to be installed on highways in UAE
Ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging stations will be installed on UAE highways. This will be done to boost the adoption of EVs by addressing 'range anxiety' and laying the groundwork for a more connected and sustainable transportation
Read MoreSaudi Arabia to issue e-visa for Umrah in 24 hours
Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Hajj and Umrah Dr. Tawfiq Al Rabiah on Thursday announced the launching of an electronic service to apply for Umrah visa for individual from outside Saudi Arabia. “The visit visa for Umrah will be issued now
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