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Burj Al Arab named Best Hotel in the World

Dubai's Burj Al Arab has been named the 'Best Hotel in the World' for the second year in a row.
New paperless smart parking meters in Dubai

Soon, residents in the UAE will no longer need to place paper parking tickets on their dashboards in Dubai.
Smart ambulances in UAE to turn traffic lights green

Smart ambulances in the UAE will be equipped with technology that can turn traffic lights to green as they approach intersections.
Motorists fined in Ajman for blocking pedestrian crossings

Motorists in Ajman are being reminded that pedestrians have the right of way.

Hong Kong limits cross-border travel to curb virus spread

Hong Kong has slashed cross-border travel to mainland China amid fears over the coronavirus outbreak.
China records first virus death in Beijing as toll passes 100

The mysterious flu-like virus has claimed its first victim in Beijing, taking the death toll in China to 106.
Philippines halts visas on arrival for Chinese on virus fears

The Philippines has stopped issuing visas on arrival to Chinese nationals amid the spread of the deadly coronavirus worldwide.
Police clear out migrants from northern Paris site

French authorities on Tuesday cleared out the biggest makeshift migrant camp in northern Paris' Porte d'Aubervilliers.
Probe underway to determine cause of Kobe Bryant helicopter crash

Investigators are working towards determining what caused Sunday's helicopter crash that killed basketball star Kobe Bryant and eight others.

Dubai consumers confident about economic prospects

The majority of consumers in Dubai are optimistic about their employment and personal financial situations over the next 12 months.
Gas field discovered in Sharjah; first in 37 years

Sharjah has made it first onshore natural gas discovery in over 30 years.
ADCB record AED 5.2 billion in net profit for 2019

Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) has recorded a net profit of AED 5.244 billion for the year 2019.
Dubai enters top 20 of world's most dynamic cities

The emirate is at 14th position, entering the top 20 for the first time in 3 years.
Starbucks shuts all outlets in Hubei province

In the wake of the rapid spread of the coronavirus sweeping China, Starbucks has closed it's outlets and suspended delivery services in Hubei province for the week-long Lunar New Year holiday.

Federer defeats Sandgren in Melbourne classic

Roger Federer has reached the Australian Open semi-finals.
Get free tickets to watch Expo 2020 Dubai Cricket final

UAE residents can win free tickets to watch the final of the Expo 2020 Dubai Cricket Tournament alongside cricketing stars Yuvraj Singh and Shahid Afridi.
Zimbabwe on top in second Test against Sri Lanka

Zimbabwe are in a commanding position, heading into day 2 of the second and final Test against Sri Lanka at Harare.
Ashleigh Barty reaches first Australian Open semi

Ashleigh Barty has reached the semi-finals of the Australian Open for the first time.
England thrash South Africa for emphatic series win

England crushed South Africa by 191 runs in the fourth and final Test in Johannesburg to complete a 3-1 series victory.

Why did Akshay Kumar move release date of 'Bachchan Pandey'

Akshay Kumar's 'Bachchan Pandey' has a new release date, all thanks to Aamir Khan.
Kobe Bryant remembered at Grammy Awards

The Grammys Awards paid a heartfelt tribute to NBA legend Kobe Bryant, just hours after he died in a helicopter crash.
Billie Eilish wins big at the Grammys

Pop star Billie Eilish has swept the Grammy Awards, winning five awards.
Madonna cancels London concert due to injury

Madonna has cancelled the first London show of her 'Madame X' tour after being advised to rest by her doctor.
Tom Hanks to play one of the most beloved men in America

Director Marielle Heller persuaded Hollywood's Mr Nice Guy Tom Hanks to take on the role of children's television host and American institution Fred Rogers.

Thailand helps sea turtle swim again with prosthetic flippers

Goody, a turtle in Thailand who lost her left flipper years ago after she was entangled in a fishing net, can swim again.
Grandma charges family for Christmas dinner

A grandma in the UK is being criticised on the internet for her Christmas dinner.
This hotel costs less than $1 a night, but there's a catch!

A hotel in Japan is offering rooms for $1 (AED 3.67) per night. But that's if you're willing to have your stay livestreamed on the hotel's YouTube.
Baggage handler jailed for swapping over 300 luggage tags

A baggage handler in Singapore has been handed a 20-day jail term for swapping tags on nearly 300 suitcases at the Changi Airport.
South Koreans fake their funerals for life lessons

A unique South Korean service is offering free funerals for the living in a bid to gain perspective on life.

Here's how to register for Abu Dhabi's road toll system

With road tolls set to be introduced in Abu Dhabi from October 15, here is everything you need to know about registering your car for the system before it's too late.

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Fly off to Singapore for a magnificent holiday

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Burj Al Arab named Best Hotel in the World
Dubai's Burj Al Arab has been named the 'Best Hotel in the World' for the second year in a row.
New paperless smart parking meters in Dubai
Soon, residents in the UAE will no longer need to place paper parking tickets on their dashboards in Dubai.