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May 28, 2008
An athlete's main obstacle in preparing for the Olympics has never been his disability, but a world that cannot figure out what to do with his blazing speed. Read Article Born to run
and now he can
Jul 01, 2008
new campus may be able to accommodate growing number of Emirati women seeking a university education and foreign students. Read Article University considers admitting non-nationals
Jul 07, 2008
More than 30,000 adults and children have attended the Summer in Abu Dhabi festival in its first 10 days, say officials. Read Article Summer fest beats expectations
Jul 07, 2008
As many as 10 per cent of Americans believe that Barack Obama is a Muslim. Read Article Our universal amnesia
Jul 09, 2008
A British passenger is accused of making a drunken bomb threat on a flight from Manchester to Dubai. Read Article Emirates flight evacuated
Jul 10, 2008
Cooler temperatures have meant that tourists are still flocking to the region despite the global economic downturn. Read Article Mild weather lengthens the Gulf's tourist season
Jul 10, 2008
Currently, three Palms, one World and an entire Universe are either under construction or planned. Read Article Building its own universe: projects continue to grow
Jul 12, 2008
Abu Dhabi is to create three new outposts which will sell the city as more than a stopover destination. Read Article Capital mounts overseas sales drive
Jul 21, 2008
Western tourists and residents are asked to learn more about local customs after two high-profile incidents. Read Article Tourists asked to honour customs
Jul 23, 2008
Super rich and nowhere to go? Why not try a weeklong stay at the seven-star Emirates Palace hotel for US$1 million? Read Article Million dollar holiday at Emirates Palace