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Family in fight to save life of UAE toddler in need of transplant

Muneer al Hajri with a picture of his daughter, Meera al Hajri, on his laptop.

May 12, 2013

The young Omani-Hungarian toddler has been suffering over the past 18 months from a rare heart condition diagnosed as Dilated Cardiomyopathy and is currently on life support awaiting a heart transplant that is not available in the GCC.  Read Article Family in fight to save life of UAE toddler in need of transplant

Hungary calls for UAE to set up embassy in Budapest

May 07, 2013

The country hopes to strengthen ties with the UAE at a time when air routes between the two countries are opening.  Read Article Hungary calls for UAE to set up embassy in Budapest

Video: Hundreds protest World Jewish Congress meeting in Budapest

Video: Hundreds protest World Jewish Congress meeting in Budapest(Video)

May 05, 2013

Supporters of the Jobbik opposition party held a rally to protest what they say is an Israeli plot to buy up property in Hungary. Deborah Gembara reports. Watch Video Video: Hundreds protest World Jewish Congress meeting in Budapest

Suspected Nazi escapes extradition from Australia

Aug 16, 2012

Australia's highest court ruled Wednesday that a 90-year-old citizen cannot be extradited to Hungary to face accusations he tortured and killed a Jewish teenager during World War II. Read Article Suspected Nazi escapes extradition from Australia

 

Plan your Eid holiday escape with our guide to the 10 best spots

AndBeyond Bateleur Camp, Kenya. Courtesy of AndBeyond

Jul 27, 2012

From Ho Chi Minh City to Budapest, the number of deals available to interesting destinations make Eid Al Fitr a great time to travel. Read Article Plan your Eid holiday escape with our guide to the 10 best spots

 

A short jaunt through Budapest's history on Metro Line One

Hungary's Parliament building sits on the Pest side of the Danube River.

Jul 06, 2012

Budapest was the first city in continental Europe to build a metro system. Line One, the original 19th-century route, is an atmospheric tour through the city's past. Read Article A short jaunt through Budapest's history on Metro Line One

 

Hungarian Muslims rally around hurt UAE chess official

Jun 12, 2012

The country's Islamic community has offered the injured chess official a therapeutic spa stay to recover from his beating. Read Article Hungarian Muslims rally around hurt UAE chess official

 

Hunt continues for attackers of UAE chess official in Hungary

Mr. Marzooqi first encountered the attackers on a bridge in the Hungarian city of Szeged.Márton Éder for The National

Jun 07, 2012

Victim suffered five broken ribs in unprovoked assault. Read Article Hunt continues for attackers of UAE chess official in Hungary

 

Hungarians launch inquiry into assault on UAE chess officials

Jun 06, 2012

Ferenc Szanka, a spokesman for the Csongrad County Prosecution Service, said that an investigation had been launched against unknown persons on suspicion of maltreatment in official proceedings. Read Article Hungarians launch inquiry into assault on UAE chess officials

 

Hungarian man running 50 marathons in 50 days to reach London

Jun 03, 2012

Norman Varga will cover some 2,000km from Budapest to the British capital in time for the opening ceremonies of the Olympics to draw attention to the importance of supporting young people. Read Article Hungarian man running 50 marathons in 50 days to reach London

 

'Unsustainable' debt grounds Hungary's Malev airline

Feb 03, 2012

The national carrier, which has been in operation since shortly after the Second World War, grounded all of its flights on Friday morning. Read Article 'Unsustainable' debt grounds Hungary's Malev airline

 

From the last of winter to a welcome for summer fun

Protected by a series of laws designed to conserve the natural environment, the San Blas Islands, located off the eastern coast of Panama, were ranked last year among the top three tropical paradises in the world by Lonely Planet.

Jan 28, 2012

Where to Go When The best festivals, seasonal events and new destinations for the next three months. Read Article From the last of winter to a welcome for summer fun

 

Fight between Buemi and Alguersuari helps Toro Rosso improve

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Aug 02, 2011

Among the five things we learnt from the Hungarian GP is that the internal battle between Sebastien Buemi and Jaime Alguersuari is proving good for Toro Rosso. Read Article Fight between Buemi and Alguersuari helps Toro Rosso improve

 

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An Afghan street vendor touts prepaid Etisalat phone cards. The UAE company operates in the troubled nation, which has a reputation for corruption along with Ivory Coast and Pakistan. Mauricio Lima / AFP Photo

Companies in the UAE are finding themselves facing a legal minefield caused by the global reach of tough and sometimes conflicting US and UK anti-corruption laws. John Henzell reports.   Bribery laws go beyond borders

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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Vin Diesel in Fast And Furious 6. Courtesy Universal

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The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

Jay Sean and Shamma Hamdan for Saeed Saeed's story on Coke Studios. May 2013 CREDIT: Courtesy Coke Studios

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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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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