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Nineteen-year-old Emirati mountaineer Fatima Al Awadhi. Photo: Wam

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'When I see a summit, I smile': Emirati teen on scaling peaks

Fatima Al Awadhi talks about her aim to climb the highest mountain on each continent and reach the North and South Poles before turning 20

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The flexible EMBA for ambitious business leaders with limited time to hit pause

The flexible EMBA for ambitious business leaders with limited time to hit pause

UAE's new traffic rules to limit motorists who drive for a living to nine hours per day

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Building resilience for the world's growing energy needs

Pupil sets up record company to champion new artists

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President Sheikh Mohamed raises the UAE flag during a ceremony at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

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The celebrations will feature a series of events and activities highlighting the UAE’s national identity, heritage and achievements. Photo: Wam

Dubai prepares for month-long UAE National Day festivities

Events will run from November 3 to December 2

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Dubai launches workspaces in Al Barsha Pond Park

Deadly viruses continue to spread, IPPPR report finds

How to apply for Dubai tourist visa as application process eased

Sheikh Mohammed launches Dh9m drive to take government services to 'new levels'

Abu Dhabi agrees landmark OpenAI deals to transform government services

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed take part in the launch event for Nad Zabeel. Photo: Dubai Media Office

Nad Zabeel: Dubai unveils mega project to 'shape the future'

Plans for research and development hub announced in presence of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid on Sunday

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