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A worker drinks water on a construction site in Dubai. Many jobs are adaptable, and a great deal of building and roadworks take place after sunset during the summer, reducing the harm posed by high temperatures and sun exposure. Reuters
A worker drinks water on a construction site in Dubai. Many jobs are adaptable, and a great deal of building and roadworks take place after sunset during the summer, reducing the harm posed by high teShow more
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17 August, 2023