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UAE expat workers feel squeeze of currency appreciation at home

Hundreds of thousands of workers are being hit in the pocket as the money they send home is worth less, triggering higher wage demands across the Emirates. Read Article UAE expat workers feel squeeze of currency appreciation at home

Sheikh Mohammed vows UAE government will be mobile and work 24/7, 365 days a year

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, announced a new "government vision of the future" on Twitter yesterday following a meeting with 1,000 government officials. Courtesy WAM

Ruler of Dubai tells 1,000 government officials that if they fail to deliver mobile services within two years they will be given a 'farewell ceremony'. Read Article

Soldier hacked to death in London 'terrorist incident'

Police forensics officers search a cordoned off area in Woolwich, east London, after a man was hacked to death and two suspects were shot by police. Carl Court / AFP

Shocking footage emerges of man with bloodied hands saying the victim was killed "because Muslims are dying every day". Read Article

Fifa World Cup-themed $820 million mall for Qatar

Spread over a area the equivalent to 50 football pitches, the mall will include 400 stores.

A QR 3 billion World Cup-themed shopping mall in Doha which hopes to attract 20 million visitors a year is set to be completed in 2015 the developer said today. Read Article

UAE news

UAE-based trio on top of the world

epa03710239 A handout photo made available by Ang Norbu Sherpa, a mountain guide of Saudi mountaineer Raha Moharrak, and released on 21 May 2013, shows Raha Moharrak, 25, standing on the summit of Mount Everest, in Nepal, 17 May 2013. Raha made history as the first Saudi Arabian woman to reach the summit of the World's highest peak. EPA/ANG NORBU SHERPA / HANDOUT HANDOUT EDITORIAL USE ONLY/NO SALES *** Local Caption *** 03710239.jpg

Sharjah man and two Dubai residents take Everest in their stride Read Article UAE-based trio on top of the world

Jail for Emirates flight attendant who stole passengers' credit cards

A flight attendant who stole two passengers' credit cards then used them to shop for mobiles is sentenced to six months in prison. Read Article Jail for Emirates flight attendant who stole passengers' credit cards

Stop turning off freezers or face fines, UAE grocers warned

Turning off power to freezers and fridges runs the risk of food going bad overnight, but some shop owners are doing that to save operating costs. Read Article Stop turning off freezers or face fines, UAE grocers warned

Dubai's new buildings have 79 more requirements to meet

The new laws are aim to create more energy efficient structures in the emirate and will be mandatory from next year. Read Article Dubai's new buildings have 79 more requirements to meet

Opinion

Emirati all-girl rock band off to a good start

The first Emirati "girl group" rock band is a remarkable success story. Read Article Emirati all-girl rock band off to a good start

Hizbollah cannot afford to stay long in Syria's quagmire

Lebanon is used to politically tense summers, but the coming months could be the most treacherous, as the country continues to suffer from the struggle next door. Read Article Hizbollah cannot afford to stay long in Syria's quagmire

Discipline isn't the only thing that has changed in schools

In the past, some teachers were like second mothers. Today's schools have lost that "second-home" feeling. Read Article Discipline isn't the only thing that has changed in schools

Business

Majid Al Futtaim in Dh2.5 billion Carrefour deal to buy hypermarkets

Carrefour in Mall of the Emirates, Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National

Majid Al Futtaim will own 100 per cent of Majid Al Futtaim Hypermarkets’ shares, the Dubai-based retailer said in a statement after buying Carrefour's 25 per cent stake for €530 million. Read Article Majid Al Futtaim in Dh2.5 billion Carrefour deal to buy hypermarkets

Rebound in UAE markets sets up IPO pipeline

Senaat, the Abu Dhabi industrial conglomerate is among a number of companies mulling public share sales. Read Article Rebound in UAE markets sets up IPO pipeline

Manchester City foray into MLS has 'phenomenal' brand potential

Business of sport: The Manchester City deal to establish a US Major League Soccer franchise has "phenomenal" brand potential according to top analysts. Read Article Manchester City foray into MLS has 'phenomenal' brand potential

Mediclinic to increase its presence in UAE

South Africa's second biggest hospital company Mediclinic is planning to open new clinics in Abu Dhabi and Dubai as part of an aggressive UAE expansion plan. Read Article Mediclinic to increase its presence in UAE

Economics

More than 400 delegates gathered in the shadow of the Arc de Triomphe to learn about the economic ties between France and the UAE capital, and how both could prosper further together.

James Doran

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World

Syria rebels in plea for weapons to hold Qusayr

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry meets with security personnel before boarding his plane in Muscat, Oman, Wednesday, May 22, 2013, en route to Jordan. Jordan is hosting 10 other nations Wednesday for a

US secretary of state condemns Hizbollah role in war and tells Assad assistance for opposition will be stepped up if he fails to join new peace talks. Hugh Naylor reports from Amman Read Article Syria rebels in plea for weapons to hold Qusayr

Manchester City-owned MLS franchise eyes Flushing Meadows stadium

Large stadium for the recently announced New York City Football Club is planned for iconic tennis site. Omar Rahman reports from New York Read Article Manchester City-owned MLS franchise eyes Flushing Meadows stadium

Ahmadinejad vows to fight poll ban on his chosen heir

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad says he'll challenge a ban on his chosen successor from running in next month's Iranian presidential elections. Michael Theodoulou reports Read Article Ahmadinejad vows to fight poll ban on his chosen heir

Soldier hacked to death in London 'terrorist incident'

Shocking footage emerges of man with bloodied hands saying the victim was killed "because Muslims are dying every day". Read Article Soldier hacked to death in London 'terrorist incident'

Sport

Arrows point to a great time at Dubai Duty Free Darts Masters

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Raymond van Barneveld of The Netherlands arrives for his match against Gary Anderson of England during the quarter finals of the 2011 Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace on January 1, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Raymond van Barneveld

In truth, darts is one of few sports where the professionals are more often than not in no better physical shape than the rowdy crowds that cheer them on. Read Article Arrows point to a great time at Dubai Duty Free Darts Masters

Pirelli tyres hold sway in winding Monaco where pole is all-important

Teams unsure how tyres will behave and influence the history where the pole-sitter has won in all but last nine races. Read Article Pirelli tyres hold sway in winding Monaco where pole is all-important

Golf: Cheap talk can be costly for Sergio Garcia after Tiger Woods remark

'Fried chicken' remark will cost Spaniard more than just a lot of sponsorship money. His reputation is now on the line, writes Steve Elling. Read Article Golf: Cheap talk can be costly for Sergio Garcia after Tiger Woods remark

Pro League: Luis Jimenez, the Al Ahli faithful, will extend stay

The Chilean midfielder is at home with a stable career in Dubai, something he wants to see at all clubs in UAE. Read Article Pro League: Luis Jimenez, the Al Ahli faithful, will extend stay

Four of the past six major winners have used anchored putters and rule makers hope to end the trend before it is popularised in another generation.

Steve Elling

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Sound & Vision

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Lifestyle

Dubai's D Bar&Grill serves a fine Irish fare

The D Bar and Grill, an Irish Pub in Dubai for a review by Felicity. CREDIT: Courtesy McGettigans

The Irish are famed for their hospitality and the D Bar&Grill confirms that they now export it, too. Exquisite food in a beautiful setting. Read Article Dubai's D Bar&Grill serves a fine Irish fare

Filipino ultramarathon man Cesar Guarin is running the world

Cesar Guarin is connecting with Filipino expats on his journey round the globe. Read Article Filipino ultramarathon man Cesar Guarin is running the world

It's Dubai-based Michael Cinco's moment

Jaws dropped at Michael Cinco's recent show, where the Dubai-based designer displayed his technical virtuosity and immaculate couture. We witnessed all the action on and off Cinco's catwalk. Read Article It's Dubai-based Michael Cinco's moment

Don't let the heat stop all the action - keeping kids active in the summer

The pavements might be too hot to touch, but that doesn't mean your children should spend the summer inside playing Angry Birds. Here's some ideas to get your kids on the move. Read Article Don't let the heat stop all the action - keeping kids active in the summer

I couldn't think of a single transferable skill I had acquired in my 17 years that could be imparted to my classmates - except dissecting a milkfish.

Lavanya Malhotra

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Arts & Culture

Vin Diesel, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez and Gina Carano on Fast & Furious 6

Vin Diesel in Fast And Furious 6. Courtesy Universal

The sixth instalment in the Fast & Furious franchise is out in UAE cinemas. James Mottram talks to cast members old and new about the success of the movies and what they are bringing to the latest. Read Article Vin Diesel, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez and Gina Carano on Fast & Furious 6

The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

Coke Studio, now in its second season, blends Khaleeji pop with RnB. Read Article The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan extends Cannes stay for amFar

Plus, Ranbir Kapoor keen to work on small screen. Read Article Aishwarya Rai Bachchan extends Cannes stay for amFar

Fast and Furious 6 is a movie that delivers what it promises

With trailer: In Fast and Furious 6, returning director Justin Lin knows what the audience wants, and he gives it to them. Read Article Fast and Furious 6 is a movie that delivers what it promises