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Zain Verjee is a former CNN anchor and US state department correspondent. Her global media advisory firm builds communications products for emerging markets

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Can Africa ever get its own West Point?

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UAE team rescue Syrian family trapped under rubble in Turkey

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UAE to set up field hospital in Turkey 'disaster zone'Story Icon Type
UAE to set up field hospital in Turkey 'disaster zone'

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Harry Potter-themed Wizarding World Shop to open in Dubai

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Here's what teachers in UAE earn compared to in their home countries

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Flamengo shocked by Al Hilal quality, says coach Ramon Diaz

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