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Dubai State Security nabs Danish crime boss in sting operation

Dubai's State Security have arrested Amir Faten Mekky, leader of a dangerous crime ring, following a sting operation.
Combatting COVID-19: UAE issues guidelines for reopening of hotels

A new set of guidelines have been issued for hotels in the UAE to ensure that guests and staff remain safe as the hospitality sector resumes operations.
UAE donates COVID-19 testing kits worth $10 million to WHO

The UAE has donated $10 million (AED 36.73 million) worth of PCR COVID-19 testing kits to the World Health Organisation (WHO).
DHA: New electronic system for storing cord blood stem cells

The Dubai Cord Blood and Research Centre has launched an electronic registration method for storing cord blood stem cells.

'Get your knee off our necks': Minneapolis honours George Floyd

Scores of people paid their final respects to George Floyd at an emotionally-charged memorial where a civil rights leader declared it is time for black people to demand: "Get your knee off our necks".
Twitter disables Trump video tribute to Floyd over copyright

Twitter has removed a video tribute to George Floyd from US President Donald Trump's campaign account over copyright issues.
More than 40 injured in knife attack on Chinese primary school

A school security guard at a kindergarten in southern China launched a knife attack early Thursday, leaving more than 40 children and staff wounded.
Madeleine McCann is dead, German prosecutor says

German prosecutors believe British girl Madeleine McCann, who disappeared in Portugal in 2007, is dead.
New charges against Minneapolis policemen as protests continue

Three former police officers who were on the scene during George Floyd's death have been charged with aiding and abetting second-degree murder.

Mubadala to invest AED 4.4 billion in Reliance's Jio Platforms

Mubadala Investment Company will buy 1.85 per cent stake in India’s Reliance Industries owned Jio Platforms for $1.2 billion (AED 4.4 billion).
Emirates Airline to operate flights to 16 destinations from June 15

Emirate Airline will be operating more passenger flights between Dubai and 16 different cities from June 15.
Etihad Airways to offer transfer flights connecting key cities

Etihad Airways has announced plans to operate special transfer flights connecting key cities on its global network.
Air Arabia announces layoffs due to COVID-19 impact

Air Arabia said it has been forced to cut jobs as the aviation industry seeks to recover from the business impact of COVID-19.
Sharjah rolls out AED 4 billion plan to help SMEs

The government of Sharjah is providing additional financial assistance to all businesses impacted by the outbreak of COVID-19.

One positive result at Spurs in latest Premier League COVID-19 tests

Tottenham Hotspur have revealed that one of their players has tested positive for COVID-19 in the latest round of screenings held by the Premier League.
Australia mulls return of crowds to sporting stadiums as COVID-19 cases slow

Authorities in Australia are looking at reintroducing spectators at sporting events following the successful efforts in slowing the spread of coronavirus.
Japan's Naomi Osaka adds voice to US protests: 'Silence is betrayal'

Japanese tennis player Naomi Osaka has raised her voice against racism following the controversial death of George Floyd in police custody.
Dubai to discuss the safe return of fans to sporting events

Talks will take place to discuss the safe return of fans and spectators to sports-related events across Dubai.
Hamilton slams F1 for staying silent on Floyd death

Racing champion Lewis Hamilton has slammed Formula One drivers for refusing to speak out following the controversial death of George Floyd.

Not a billionaire, but Kylie Jenner is highest-paid celebrity, Forbes says

After dethroning her from the billionaire list, Forbes has now crowned Kylie Jenner as the highest-paid celebrity with an estimated annual earning of $590 million.
Beyonce urges protestors to 'stay focused' in fight for 'real justice'

Celebrated singer Beyonce has urged fans to stay ''aligned and focused'' in their battle for ''real justice'', even though there is a ''long road ahead''.
Jay-Z pays tribute to George Floyd through full-page newspaper ads

Jay-Z has taken out full-page ads in newspapers across the US to honour George Floyd.
George Clooney calls racism 'America's greatest pandemic'

Hollywood star George Clooney has penned an essay in the wake of the protests over the controversial death of George Floyd.
Bollywood music composer Wajid Khan dies at 42

Bollywood music composer Wajid Khan has died in Mumbai following complications from a kidney infection. He was 42.

Video: Father-daughter duo dress up every day to take out trash

As people across the world are finding fun ways to stay creative during the pandemic, a father and daughter in Spain are winning over hearts for how they take out their trash.
UAE athletes smash Guinness World Records title remotely

Six athletes based in Abu Dhabi have smashed the Guinness World Records title for "most chest to ground burpees in 24 hours" by a mixed team.
Panda dolls kick pandemic blues for Thai diners

A restaurant in Thailand has come up with a unique plan to help its diners meet social distancing guidelines in the fight against COVID-19.
Used Air Jordan's could fetch over AED 500k at auction

How do you fancy owning a unique pair of Air Jordan’s, worn by the basketball legend himself?
Five-year-old stopped on US highway wanted to buy Lamborghini, police say

A five-year-old boy was pulled over by the police in the American state of Utah for driving his parent's car.

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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Dubai State Security nabs Danish crime boss in sting operation
Dubai's State Security have arrested Amir Faten Mekky, leader of a dangerous crime ring, following a sting operation.
Combatting COVID-19: UAE issues guidelines for reopening of hotels
A new set of guidelines have been issued for hotels in the UAE to ensure that guests and staff remain safe as the hospitality sector resumes operations.