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Topic: National Day 2010

Police call for ban on parades during festive seasons

Dec 08, 2010

Dubai traffic chief points out dangers with National Day celebrations being used by some drivers as an excuse for unacceptable behaviour on roads across the Emirates. Read Article Police call for ban on parades during festive seasons

12 win National Day car decoration awards

Dec 08, 2010

Twelve drivers were awarded cash prizes totalling more than Dh200,000 after being chosen by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage as the Best Decorated Cars for the UAE's 39th National Day. Read Article 12 win National Day car decoration awards

Emirati artists show America how to make proverbs tangible

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Dec 04, 2010

Washington plays host to presentation by UAE painters, sculptors and digital artists to mark National Day. Read Article Emirati artists show America how to make proverbs tangible

Sermon turns thoughts towards Islamic new year

Dec 04, 2010

Celebrations continue over the weekend, but the emphasis shifts from National Day to the Islamic new year. Read Article Sermon turns thoughts towards Islamic new year

 

Filipino couples in mass National Day wedding

Filipino couples at the mass wedding organised by the St Mary's Filipino community at the St Mary's Church in Dubai Satish Kumar / The National

Dec 03, 2010

Multitude of National Day marriages now a 16-year-old tradition for Filipino community at Dubai Catholic church. Read Article Filipino couples in mass National Day wedding

 

Nation unites for a happy 39th birthday

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Dec 03, 2010

The UAE and its diverse mix of peoples joined with Emiratis yesterday to celebrate the country's 39th birthday. Read Article Nation unites for a happy 39th birthday

 

Women racers' 'unity drive' gains miles of support

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Dec 03, 2010

When the Women Auto Racing Club began its first ladies' 'unity drive' parade through all the emirates on National Day, it was not well received. It is now.  Read Article Women racers' 'unity drive' gains miles of support

 

Hundreds turn their motors into four-wheeled tributes

Dec 03, 2010

Flags, pictures and lots of confetti mark celebration as motorists show off their love for their country. Read Article Hundreds turn their motors into four-wheeled tributes

 

National Day subdued in still-mourning RAK

Dec 03, 2010

Revellers head for other emirates out of respect for late Ruler as official 40-day mourning period continues.  Read Article National Day subdued in still-mourning RAK

 

Families rejoice as babies share a birthday with the nation

Ali Hamad cradles his grandson, Zayed Hamad Mubarak Sabaan, who was born at 12.37am, and below, Riyas Abdul Rasheed holds his son, Adil, who arrived 30 minutes earlier at 12.07am at Corniche Hospital in Abu Dhabi. Photos by Ravindranath K / The National

Dec 03, 2010

Across the Emirates, as people marked the anniversary of the foundation of the UAE, mothers and fathers welcomed the delivery of a new son or daughter. Read Article Families rejoice as babies share a birthday with the nation

 

Decorate your car but don't block driver's view

Dec 02, 2010

Cars can be decorated as long as the front windscreen and driver's-side window are not obstructed. Read Article Decorate your car but don't block driver's view

 

Police out in full force for National Day

Dec 02, 2010

Extra safety precautions are being taken as thousands of people are expected in public places. Read Article Police out in full force for National Day

 

Success of band is music to the ears

Dec 02, 2010

The 230-member Abu Dhabi Police band is fully booked for the National Day holiday week, with 61 performances on the agenda all across the emirate. Read Article Success of band is music to the ears

 

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IMF official urges caution amid resurgence in Dubai property

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Controls required to help guard against a repeat of the boom and bust cycle in the Dubai property market, Masood Ahmed, the director of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department, said.  IMF official urges caution amid resurgence in Dubai property

Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

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With Muslim families, you must say "mashallah" with every compliment lest someone think you are jealous and have the evil eye.  Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

How Iraq can pull back from the brink

Residents stand amid rubble at blast scene in Tuz Khormatu town in northern Iraq May 21, 2013. Three persons were killed and 52 others were injured after two car bombs were set off in Tuz Khormatu on Tuesday, according to the police. REUTERS/Stringer (IRAQ - Tags: CIVIL UNREST) *** Local Caption *** BAG303_IRAQ-_0521_11.JPG

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Andy Murray pulls out of French Open through injury

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Pain in lower back forces world No 2 to look beyond second grand slam tournament in the calendar year.  Andy Murray pulls out of French Open through injury

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The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

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

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In pictures: Sir Bu Nair Island

Sir Bu Nair Island in charge of Sharjah government. One of the UAE’s untouched, natural islands is to be partially developed under new plans by Sharjah to promote eco-tourism.(Photos)

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