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Food safety warning to small shops across the UAE

Turning off power to freezers and fridges runs the risk of food going bad overnight, especially during summer. Read Article Food safety warning to small shops across the UAE

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Tobacco tax
Flushing Meadows
Jobs boost

Tobacco tax increase across GCC will see rise in illicit trade, experts warn

Gulf Cooperation Council finance ministers are discussing a 100 per cent increase in duty on tobacco products. Sammy Dallal / The National

A White Paper highlights that introducing tobacco tax in the GCC could lead to an increase in illicit trade and the smuggling of cigarettes. Read Article

Football eyes Flushing Meadows

A general view of the Unisphere at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in the Flushing Meadows neighbourhood of Queens. Chris McGrath / Getty Images

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

Deals signed for 4,000 Emirati jobs

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, addresses participants of the Absher Initiative at the signing ceremonies. Ryan Carter / Crown Prince Court – Abu Dhabi

The jobs boost is the second phase of the Absher Initiative, which was launched last year by President Sheikh Khalifa to strengthen Emiratisation in the private sector. Read Article

UAE news

More premium schools in the pipeline, but is that what UAE parents need?

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, MAY 13, 2013. Mark Atkins, Head of Academics and Education, Evolvence Knowledge Investements. (ANTONIE ROBERTSON / The National)

A private operator plans to offer 6,000 premium school spaces in the next three years, but experts have questioned whether high-end education can address demand. Read Article More premium schools in the pipeline, but is that what UAE parents need?

Sheikh Mohammed reveals smart way to reach the government

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. Read Article Sheikh Mohammed reveals smart way to reach the government

Woman who left her TV on high volume fined in Dubai

Prosecutors said FQ often tormented her neighbours in her high-rise apartment building on Sheikh Zayed Road by playing exceptionally loud music and keeping her television on maximum volume. Read Article Woman who left her TV on high volume fined in Dubai

South African doctor denies causing deformity, UAE court hears

A doctor misplaced a screw during surgery on a patient's back leaving him permanently deformed, a court hears today. Read Article South African doctor denies causing deformity, UAE court hears

Opinion

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

Neither Hamas nor Fatah is truly eager for reconciliation

The kisses and handshakes exchanged by Hamas and Fatah officials in Cairo would have been hailed as epochal, except that they follow an all-too-familiar pattern. Read Article Neither Hamas nor Fatah is truly eager for reconciliation

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 acquires full ownership of Carrefour in the Middle East

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 acquires full ownership of Carrefour in the Middle East

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

With 66% growth, Patrol sets pace for Nissan sales in Middle East

Sales of Nissan cars increased across the Middle East by more than a quarter last financial year, slightly outpacing the overall market. Read Article With 66% growth, Patrol sets pace for Nissan sales in Middle East

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

Football eyes Flushing Meadows

NEW YORK - AUGUST 30: A general view of the Unisphere during day one of the 2010 U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 30, 2010 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

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 Football eyes Flushing Meadows

How Iraq can pull back from the brink

Some warn of a return to the dark days of 2006 and 2007, but Sunni political pragmatism may show a peaceful way forward. Analysis by Iraq historian Reidar Visser Read Article How Iraq can pull back from the brink

Rescuers comb Oklahoma tornado rubble for buried survivors

Rescuers are using sniffer dogs and searchlights to pick through the wreckage of a massive tornado to ensure no survivors remain buried. Read Article Rescuers comb Oklahoma tornado rubble for buried survivors

Israel warns Assad over Golan Heights exchange of fire

Exchange adds to fears Syria's civil war could create further regional instability. Hugh Naylor reports from Jerusalem Read Article Israel warns Assad over Golan Heights exchange of fire

Sport

Manchester City and New York Yankees join forces for MLS franchise

Premier League club and US baseball titans announce partnership for new team, the New York City Football Club, to join the MLS as the 20th franchise for the 2015 season. Read Article Manchester City and New York Yankees join forces for MLS franchise

Uefa Champions League qualification getting tougher, say Arsenal players

Kieran Gibbs, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Carl Jenkinson visit Arsenal Soccer School at Dubai Sevens Stadium. Ali Khaled reports. Read Article Uefa Champions League qualification getting tougher, say Arsenal players

IPL: Spot-fixing charges false, says India fast bowler Sreesanth

In other news, Sahara Group pulls out of Pune Warriors sponsorship and eventually of India cricket team. Read Article IPL: Spot-fixing charges false, says India fast bowler Sreesanth

Horse racing: Purebred Arabian horses are racing onto world stage

The final of the 12-race HH Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Ladies World Championship has gained plenty of notoriety and will conclude at the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club in November, writes Geoffrey Riddle. Read Article Horse racing: Purebred Arabian horses are racing onto world stage

The inconsistent Stuart Broad may have hit a career peak against New Zealand but the figures can be skewed depending on how you look at it.

Osman Samiuddin

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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