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Norway's Magnus Carlsen takes home fifth World Chess Championship

Bonafide Norwegian grandmaster Magnus Carlsen retained his world class chess title as he recorded a fourth win over Russian challenger Ian Nepomniachtchi.

13/12/2021

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This snowboard maker is using solar energy from the desert to go green

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Dubai isn't known for its snow-capped slopes, but one of the world’s leading board manufacturers has set up shop on the edge of an arid desert and for good reason.

10/12/2021

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The women making history racing camels in Dubai

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Camel racing can be traced back to the seventh century in the United Arab Emirates. Fast-forward to 2021 and a group of women are making history in the world of camel racing.

08/12/2021

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How Dubai’s strategic location is serving start-ups

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Offering both airports and seaports, Dubai’s infrastructure and location between east and west make it a strategically sound base for import and export industries, which is why Squat Wolf founders Wajdan Gul and Anam Khalid chose to start their business and establish headquarters in Dubai

08/12/2021

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UAE becomes first Gulf state to introduce 4.5 day working week

The government said it would “boost productivity and improve work-life balance” as the country aims to improve its competitiveness.

07/12/2021

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Dubai celebrates the UAE’s Golden Jubilee anniversary

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The UAE’s National Day celebrations this year are particularly significant as they signal 50 years since the Emirates were founded.

02/12/2021

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Oxtail Fried Rice: A taste of chef Alexander Smalls’ African heritage

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Oxtail fried rice is one of Smalls’ favourite dishes. He doesn’t follow a rigid recipe, but rather creates a slightly different version each time he makes it – often with leftovers.

29/11/2021

Sport

A day of firsts on day 3 of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

A day of firsts on day 3 of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Slam

28/11/2021

Sport

Big names star in Day 2 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam 2021

Day 2 of the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam saw some of the biggest names in judo on the tatami. Some big wins and even some new faces...

27/11/2021

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Aviation industry focuses on sustainability and innovation at Dubai Airshow

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Dubai Airshow is the largest aerospace event to be held since the pandemic. Discover how the industry is recovering and how technology is pushing it towards a more sustainable future.

24/11/2021

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Discover Dubai's Viking baguette meeting everyone's bread kneads

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Meet Magnus Ericsson, co-founder of Viking Bageri and engineer turned master baker now selling some of the best baguettes in Dubai.

23/11/2021

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Diwali was celebrated in Dubai with feasts and fireworks

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With a population of 2.75 million Indians equalling 27.49% of the UAE’s population, the Indian community represents the country’s largest demographic. Diwali – India’s biggest and brightest holiday celebration, the festival of lights – is a major event on the Dubai calendar.

19/11/2021

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Recruitment is a post-pandemic headache, admits Emirates' Tim Clark

Aviation was hard hit by stifled passenger demand during COVID, with airlines cancelling routes and reducing staff. The rebound is proving difficult.

18/11/2021

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Aviation warned it must try harder to recruit women into top jobs

Gender equality in senior roles within the aviation industry is a problem that must be solved, said a leading group for women in the workplace.

17/11/2021

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Bone selection is key to a good bowl of Pho

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The key to a good pho is apparently in the broth. In the north, the bones used to create the broth are not roasted. As a result, the broth is less brown in colour. Lily explained that the bone choice for the broth is essential and can dramatically improve the taste of the dish.

17/11/2021

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Dubai Expo 2020 welcomes visitors at the largest cultural gathering in the world

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For six months, Dubai Expo 2020 will offer visitors thousands of events and exploratory experiences at the 4 square km site. The different districts such as the Sustainability Pavilion, the Mobility, and Opportunity districts promise to inspire visitors to preserve and protect the planet.

16/11/2021

Mobility

The Flying V: The futuristic aircraft set to revolutionise air travel

Engineers at a Netherlands university are quietly planning a revolution in air travel, starting with the futuristic design of a new aircraft.

16/11/2021

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Discover Africa on a plate at Expo 2020 Dubai

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At Expo 2020 Dubai, countries from around the world will showcase their national dishes, giving visitors the opportunity to taste traditional and specialised cuisines from more than 200 different outlets. Perhaps the most underrated cuisine currently making an impact is from Africa.

15/11/2021

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Dubai Air Show opens to industry on mend amid virus

Dubai's biennial Air Show opened Sunday, showcasing an aviation industry hard-hit by the coronavirus, but on the mend.

15/11/2021

Ecotech

What are sustainable aviation fuels and how do they reduce emissions?

In partnership with Airbus

Sustainable aviation fuels are one of the key measures to reduce aviation emissions. We delve into how they are currently being used, how they can be made, and what concrete impact they could have on the environment.

14/11/2021

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Rethinking urban mobility: Next generation of CityAirbus

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Airbus Helicopters is building cleaner, cutting edge transportation solutions for the urban mobility market.

13/11/2021

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62-year-old Barbie: the fashion icon and ultimate child empowerment doll

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Barbie has turned 62. Meet Kim Culmone, the businesswoman who has helped this famous doll evolve, stay fashionable and empower children over the years.

12/11/2021

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What can space tell us about life on Earth?

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Airbus’s space based environmental monitoring strategies are high-tech solutions helping tackle climate challenges.

12/11/2021

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A global approach: Why the aviation industry needs to work together to reach net zero

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The journey to launch the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft began with a belief that aviation, like other industries, must transform if it’s to remain strong and relevant in decades to come.

12/11/2021

Ecotech

What is being done right now to make flying greener?

In partnership with Airbus

By speaking to experts and industry leaders, we cut through the jargon to break down what practical steps are being taken to reduce the CO2 emissions of aircraft.

12/11/2021

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Dubai gamers thrive in booming €710m euro industry

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Esports have become a global phenomenon valued at about €710m in the Middle East. Gamers, coaches and professional teams tell us how they are trying to develop the sport at all levels in Dubai.

10/11/2021