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What you need to know about new job classification scheme
Job titles across the country could soon be set to change as a result of a newly introduced professional classification scheme. Launched by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) to bring occupations in line with international standards, the …
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Step into the imagination of this amazing author
After winning the Montegrappa Writing Prize at the 2018 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature for her mythical tale, Otherworld, this Abu Dhabi-based teacher talks to deputy editor Hayley Skirka about the impact on her students and finding inspiration for future …
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Why this new legal policy will be helpful for expats
Changes in the rules governing the legal system for wills means that expats can now dictate how they want their assets divided upon their death, by registering online. Under the directive of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, deputy prime minister and …
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Have property questions? Our expert is here to help
From property scams to purchasing off-plan, District Real Estate’s director of business development, Alan Kaye, answers your questions Q: We keep reading that rents are going down but every property that we view seems to still be very expensive. We …
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Looking for a nursery for your little one? Read this first
Choosing a school for your child is not an easy task. But it can be done right with proper planning and by understanding the most important things to consider based on your child and situation It’s every parent’s dream to …
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Expert advice: to buy or not to buy? That is the question
As part of our Sunday Series, every week, we bring you a new expert advice column to make the most of your life in Abu Dhabi. This week, Alan Kaye, director of business development at District Real Estate, tells us what …
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Cyclists are gearing up for a new race series
Keen road cyclists of the UAE have a shot at sporting glory as a new competitive race series is set to get the New Year off to a speedy start. Launched by the UAE Cycling Federation, the two-stage UAE Road …
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Collectors edition: How four individuals have mastered the art of collecting
Given the transitory nature of expat life, the idea of collecting objects may not sound particularly appealing, or even practical. But search hard enough and you’ll be surprised to come across individuals who pride themselves on being ardent collectors …
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Pension reforms look to retire outdated system
A new report has highlighted the urgent need for pension reforms in the UAE, following a workshop in the capital. The Pension Systems in the Arab Region: Trends challenges and options for reforms report, published by the World Bank …
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This is what the future looks like for education here
With a number of national drives announced in the past year, we take a look at how they might affect education in the UAE Knowledge is power, so the adage goes – and it’s never truer than when applied to …
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