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Novak Djokovic heads to next event awaiting his Indian Wells fate: Novak Djokovic has revealed all to do with his Indian Wells fate, hamstring injury and ...
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Novak Djokovic asks for special permission to play Sunshine Double: World No.1 Novak Djokovic has confirmed he has requested special permission to play the ...
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Novak Djokovic heads to next event awaiting his Indian Wells fate: Novak Djokovic has revealed all to do with his Indian Wells fate, hamstring injury and ...
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Novak Djokovic asks for special permission to play Sunshine Double: World No.1 Novak Djokovic has confirmed he has requested special permission to play the ...
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A storm dumps record rain across the desert nation of UAE and floods Dubai's airport
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Quick Glance: Dubai Submerged in Floods After Year's Worth of Rain
- More than 142mm of rain soaked Dubai within 24 hours.
- Heavy thunderstorms hit the UAE, pouring over a year's worth of rain on Dubai in just hours.
- Authorities dispatched tanker trucks to pump water off the streets as some homes were inundated, requiring residents to bail them out.
- Rain is uncommon in the UAE, causing flooding due to insufficient drainage systems in many areas.
UAE witnesses record-breaking rains, highest in 75 years - News | Khaleej Times: 'Khatm Al Shakla' in Al Ain witnessed 254.8mm of precipitation in less than 24 ...
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Quick Glance: Historic Rains Flood the UAE
- On Tuesday, April 16, the UAE experienced an unprecedented amount of rainfall - the highest in 75 years.
- As per the National Centre of Meteorology, the 'Khatm Al Shakla' area in Al Ain received 254.8mm of precipitation in less than a day.
- A massive landslide disaster hit the region of Al Qua in Al Ain, leading to the collapse of a sandy road in a crater-like shape.
- Unstable weather conditions were observed in the country from Monday due to an extension of a 'low surface pressure'. Two waves of unstable weather moved over the country on Tuesday.
flydubai temporarily suspends all departing flights from Dubai: Due to severe weather conditions in the UAE today, April 16th, we regret to announce the ...
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Majed Al Joker: Dubai Airport Returns to Full Capacity Within 24 Hours: Majed Al Joker, Chief Operating Officer of Dubai Airports, announced that Dubai ...
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Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office: NCM meteorologist urges people not to fall for articles, videos spreading misinformation
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Quick Glance: Cloud Seeding and the Record-Breaking Rains in Dubai
- Record-breaking rainfall in the UAE has caused widespread flooding.
- Experts speculate that cloud seeding may have contributed to this unprecedented weather event.
- Cloud seeding is a technique where special salt flares are burned in clouds to stimulate rain.
- While cloud seeding is practiced in many countries, some scientists remain cautious about its long-term impacts.
What is cloud seeding and did it cause Dubai flooding?: Dubai has been hit by record floods, sparking misleading speculation about cloud seeding.
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1,244 Dubai flights cancelled over 2 days; DXB resumes arrivals for some airlines at Terminal 1 - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE citizen dies after being swept away by flooded wadi amid heavy rains - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE's Sharjah Preserves Streets After Other Gulf Cities Bulldoze Old Buildings
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Heavy Rain in Dubai Floods Major Highways with Vehicles Abandoned on Roads: DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Heavy rains lashed the United Arab Emirates on ...
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Dubai airport continues to struggle amid travel chaos after the storm: World’s busiest international airport saw airlines cancel more than 1 ...
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UAE: Car damaged in rain? Insurance claim could be rejected in these cases - News | Khaleej Times
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Watch: Dubai Police save cat from drowning: The authorities published footage on X platform, showcasing the rescue
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UAE announces first day of Eid Al Fitr; Shawwal Moon not spotted - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE: After heavy rains and hail, new wave of unstable weather to begin soon - News | Khaleej Times
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Crypto conferences liquidated after biblical flooding in Dubai: There's something nice about seeing Web3 fanatics in ankle-deep water
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UAE rains: RTA suspends intercity bus services until further notice: Public buses within Dubai are operating normally with some delays
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UAE: Sharjah announces 2 days of remote learning for private schools amid unstable weather - News | Khaleej Times
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Rain in Dubai: Traffic diverted from Sheikh Zayed Road: Drivers coming from direction of Abu Dhabi asked to use Expo Street or Al Yalayis Street
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UAE rain: Taking Dubai Metro today? Guide to Red Line, Green Line amid service disruptions - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai’s Record Rainfall Forces Flight Diversions and Floods City: Flights into Dubai were diverted and cars were left stranded on flooded roads after record ...
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Flooded UAE counts cost of epic rainstorm, airport still facing disruptions: Emergency workers tried to clear waterclogged roads and people assessed the damage ...
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UAE: Red alert issued as 'hazardous' weather intensifies across country - News | Khaleej Times
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LIVE: Heavy rains, hail batter UAE; landslides cause two roads to collapse in northern emirates - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai Metro update: Maintenance work affects timings, stations: Customers urged to follow RTA updates before planning their trip
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Video: Ankle-deep rainwater floods Onpassive Dubai Metro station, disrupts services - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE reels for a third day after record-breaking storm: The United Arab Emirates was still grappling on Thursday with the aftermath of a record-breaking storm ...
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UAE rain: Sharjah extends distance learning for private schools - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE: Heavy rains, thunderstorm, hail forecast as unstable weather intensifies - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: United Arab Emirates: Unstable Weather Conditions Leading to Heavy Rains and Thunderstorms
- The Emirates will experience rains of various intensities over the next three days as unstable weather conditions persist in the country. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has predicted lightning and thunder with a chance of hail over some areas. Heavy rains will lead to flooding, while strong winds will reduce horizontal visibility.
- These conditions are forecasted from Monday afternoon until early Wednesday morning. During this time, winds reaching speeds of up to 65 km/h will stir up dust, impacting visibility. The marine conditions will be unsettled.
- On Wednesday, the northern and eastern areas of the country will witness rains that will gradually taper off by evening.
- The weather is expected to calm down by Thursday, with no rains predicted for that day.
'Apocalyptic' Dubai floods shake picture-perfect city: If Dubai is the ultimate Instagram city, then this was the week the filter came off.
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UAE rains: 3 Filipinos die in floods, top Philippine official confirms - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Fatal Consequences: Filipinos Lose Lives in Heavy Rain in UAE
- Following the intense rainfall that hit the UAE on April 16, a top Filipino labor official in Manila confirmed the death of three Filipinos on Thursday.
- Assurances were provided to the public by the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai regarding the implementation of all necessary measures to support affected Filipinos.
- Efforts are being made to establish close coordination with authorities to ensure the acquisition of accurate and updated information for providing urgent assistance to compatriots affected by extreme weather conditions.
- Collaboration with Filipino community organizations in Dubai is being actively pursued by the Consulate to aid those impacted, including coordination with Dubai airport authorities to address stranded passengers due to flight cancellations.
Next long holiday in UAE: 5-day break for Eid Al Adha; likely dates revealed - News | Khaleej Times
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'Don't come to DXB': Dubai airport issues advisory due to operational 'disruption' - News | Khaleej Times
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Eid Al Fitr 2024: UAE confirms first day of Eid: The official announcement was made following the tradition of moon-sighting
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Quick Glance: Airplane Observes Solar Eclipse in Bloomington
- An airplane flies near the total solar eclipse in Bloomington, Indiana.
- People watch the partial solar eclipse on the observation deck of Edge at Hudson Yards in New York City.
- Sophia Moccia, 4, from Queens views the eclipse with a homemade mask in New York City.
- A solar eclipse is visible in Mazatlan, Mexico.
Watch: Heavy rains cause malls in Dubai to flood, water to gush through ceilings - News | Khaleej Times
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Airport and roads under water :Heavy flooding plunges Dubai into chaos: WITH VIDEO. Severe storms brought more than the average annual amount of rain to the ...
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Dubai Airport runway submerged as heavy rains batter UAE: Social media platforms were flooded with images and videos showcasing the deluge and its aftermath ...
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid commends UAE's resilience amidst recent weather conditions
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Quick Glance: Sheikh Mohammed Acknowledges UAE's Strength During Challenging Weather Conditions
- His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, acknowledged the nation's strength in the face of the exceptional weather conditions experienced by the country recently.
- In a post shared on his official X account, Sheikh Mohammed emphasized the importance of unity and strong leadership in the UAE during these challenging times.
- He also highlighted the significance of dedication, awareness, and unity in society, which are essential in times like these to ensure the safety and well-being of all citizens and residents.
UAE jobs: Travel, tourism sector to have 23,500 vacancies in 2024 - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: UAE Jobs: Travel, Tourism Sector with 23,500 Vacancies in 2024
- The travel and tourism sector will create 23,500 new jobs, totaling 833,000 employees in 2024, contributing 12 per cent to the UAE's GDP.
- International visitor spending in the UAE is set to grow by almost 10 per cent to 192 billion Dh, while domestic visitor spending is expected to increase by 4.3 per cent to nearly 58 billion Dh.
- The number of jobs in the UAE's travel and tourism sector grew by 41,000 in 2023 to over 809,000, representing one in nine jobs in the country.
- The travel and tourism sector in the UAE saw growth of over a quarter - 26 per cent - to a record-breaking 220 billion Dh to the UAE's GDP, representing 11.7 per cent of the entire economy.
Dubai Metro update: Skip the Jebel Ali switch! New direct routes from April 15: Metro Red Line will directly take you to either the Jebel Ali station or Expo ...
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Heavy rains lash Dubai and disrupt flights, toll rises in Oman: By the evening, over 120 millimetres of rainfall had soaked the UAE — the typical average for a ...
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UAE President orders study of infrastructure after record-breaking rains impact nation - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: UAE President calls for infrastructure review after unprecedented rainfall
- Following unprecedented rainfall in the UAE, all emirates are dealing with the aftermath of this natural disaster. The President emphasized the safety of citizens and residents as the country's top priority and subsequently ordered a review of the country's infrastructure.
- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has also instructed that assistance be provided to all families affected by the severe weather conditions, including relocating them to safe areas in collaboration with local authorities.
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, expressed gratitude for the safety of all individuals. He stated that under the care and guidance of the President, the country is in a state of "good health and safety."
- The leader also praised the dedication of the teams comprising citizens and residents who have persevered tirelessly. In conclusion, he highlighted how crises demonstrate the strength of nations and societies, with the recent climate emergency showcasing remarkable care, awareness, unity, and affection from all inhabitants towards every corner of the country. He prayed for the protection and perpetuation of the UAE's splendor, pride, and security.
Breakingviews: UAE is timely reminder of climate plan B urgency: Dubai International Airport is the busiest global air hub, in a country that prides itself as a ...
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Quick Glance: UAE Highlights Climate Plan B Urgency
- Dubai International Airport, a bustling global air hub, was flooded by heavy rains.
- President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan published a National Adaptation Plan ahead of the COP28 conference in December.
- The importance of adaptation measures against climate change is emphasized, as they often receive less attention and investment than emission reduction measures.
- The United Nations estimates the annual gap in preparing coastal areas in developing countries for climate change to be up to $366 billion.
'They were on karaoke till 5.30am': UAE expats call out rowdy campers during Eid getaway - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai airport: Arrival flights diverted as city-state struck by year's rainfall in a day
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Dubai: 494 arrested for phone fraud cases, targeting banking customers - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Hundreds Arrested in Dubai for Deceptive Phone Scam
- Dubai Police have apprehended a significant number of suspects involved in numerous fraudulent schemes aimed at deceiving bank customers and accessing their financial resources.
- The fraudsters employed various tactics, including phone calls, emails, and social media links, to defraud their victims and infiltrate their bank accounts.
- During a recent meeting, Brigadier Harib Al Shamsi, the interim director of the Criminal Investigation Department, urged residents to exercise utmost caution and refrain from disclosing sensitive bank information to unknown callers.
- If residents fall victim to such fraudulent schemes, it is strongly advised to promptly report the incident to the authorities to prevent further harm.
UAE flights suspended, diverted by heavy rains: All you need to know - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE roads today: Which ones are closed, flooded, clear? Here are the latest updates - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai's storm of 1981: Memories resurface as heavy rains, thunderstorms hit UAE - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai Airports: Terminal 1 Entry Restricted to Confirmed Flight Passengers Only: Due to the unprecedented weather recently experienced in the UAE ...
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Heavy rains kill 18 in Oman as flash floods lash UAE: Rescue teams search for two missing people in Oman as bad weather disrupts travel in the United Arab ...
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Volunteering in UAE can get you a Golden Visa; here's where to apply - News | Khaleej Times
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Unstable weather: Dubai Metro extends operating hours for today - News | Khaleej Times
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How beautiful UAE wadis can turn into raging torrents within seconds during heavy rains - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE announces extension of remote work for government employees - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Dubai extends remote work and learning due to unstable weather
- Dubai has prolonged the period of remote work for government employees and students of private schools due to the increasingly unstable weather conditions in the country.
- On Wednesday, April 17, all federal entities and private schools will be operating remotely. Nurseries and universities in the emirate will also be included in this arrangement, as per the announcement by the KHDA.
- This decision came after Dubai's Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan, instructed remote work for all federal employees and private school students in the emirate on Tuesday, April 15, following weather alerts issued on Monday.
- Previously, the UAE had declared remote work for all government employees on Tuesday, April 16. Public schools have been instructed to conduct distance learning on both April 16 and 17.
Controversial messenger service: How Telegram almost became a German start-up: Telegram boss Pawel Durow has told controversial presenter Tucker Carlson that he ...
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Extreme rain in desert metropolis: Dubai flooded - Plane rolls through masses of water
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Expected Weather Tomorrow in the UAE: The National Center of Meteorology expects the weather to be generally clear tomorrow, with partial cloudiness at times ...
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Photos: UAE sees its heaviest rains in 75 years: Schools and businesses were closed across the United Arab Emirates after about a year's worth of rain fell in a ...
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Unstable weather in UAE: Private sector companies asked to apply safety measures - News | Khaleej Times
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Watch: Dubai expat saves 5 lives in dramatic flood rescue captured on camera - News | Khaleej Times
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Rains in UAE: Dubai carrier flydubai resumes partial operations from DXB: Select outbound flights will operate from Terminal 2 at DXB
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Eid Al Fitr holiday in UAE: Likely dates revealed; will break last 6 or 9 days? - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Dubai offers free parking during Eid Al Fitr holidays
- During the Eid Al Fitr holidays, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai is offering free parking, excluding multi-level parking terminals.
- From Ramadan 29 until Shawwal 3, all public parking in Dubai will be free of charge before tariffs resume on Shawwal 4.
- If the crescent moon is sighted on Monday, it signifies the last day of Ramadan and the start of Eid Al Fitr on Tuesday, April 9. Free parking will be available until April 11.
- In the event that the moon is not sighted, the holy month will span 30 days with the Islamic festival taking place on April 10. Shawwal 3 falls on April 12, providing six days of free parking before tariffs resume on Saturday, April 13.
Important alert from Dubai Airports regarding weather conditions: Dubai Airports can confirm that operations continue to be significantly disrupted at Dubai ...
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'We're living on duty free' say tourists stranded in Dubai: A couple with a six-month-old say they've run out of baby food and nappies as flood chaos continues.
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Watch: Dubai motorists stuck in Sheikh Zayed Road gridlock for hours after heavy rains - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: Traffic Chaos on Sheikh Zayed Road After Heavy Rains
- An unusual scene unfolded on Sheikh Zayed Road on Tuesday evening as residents were on their way back home from work.
- Frustrated motorists took to social media to vent their anger after being stuck in the traffic for 'up to 3 hours'.
- Some appealed to RTA and other Twitter users for help as they were stuck on Sheikh Zayed Road.
- Some Dubai residents had to take unusual measures, such as getting out of their vehicles and walking on foot.
Heavy rains in UAE: Pray at home, Muslims told via azan at mosques - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE public holidays for 2024: 13 days off, 4 long weekends; dates revealed - News | Khaleej Times
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United Arab Emirates: heaviest rainfall in decades: Where there is often a shortage of water, as much rain has fallen in one day as in 18 months ...
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UAE: Gold prices jump Dh4.5 per gram in early trade in Dubai - News | Khaleej Times
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Dubai battles flood waters as historic storm causes chaos: Airport, metro and road traffic disruption continue in financial centre even as skies clear
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UAE: Teen missing for 5 days in Sharjah, floods hamper search - News | Khaleej Times
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For the first time in its history, Dubai International Airport secures the second spot globally for passenger numbers
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Quick Glance: DXB leads as world's busiest international airport
- The Airports Council International (ACI) today revealed the highly anticipated preliminary top 10 busiest airports worldwide for 2023, displaying significant shifts due to the resurgence of international air travel. Dubai International (DXB) maintained its status as the world's busiest international airport for international travel, marking the 10th consecutive year.
- Dubai's remarkable achievement highlights the collaboration and dedication in the aviation sector.
- Airport rankings are formulated based on extensive data from over 2,600 airports across more than 180 countries and territories globally. This comprehensive dataset positions ACI World as a significant authority on flight demand, ensuring high accuracy and reliability in its rankings.
UAE's NCM denies cloud-seeding rumours as emirates see heaviest rainfall on record - News | Khaleej Times
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UAE weather: Beware of foggy conditions in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and other parts of the country
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UAE rains: Private sector firms urged to allow flexible work patterns for employees on Day 3 - News | Khaleej Times
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