She was living in Kampala, the biggest city in Uganda, when she heard from a friend that Emirates, the flagship airline of the Gulf city of Dubai, was looking for flight attendants. The airline, part of the United Arab Emirates’ nation-building project, was expanding rapidly into Africa.

I’ve experienced firsthand Dubai’s tax-friendly policies, which I credit with helping my company scale operations and retain more earnings.

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The United Arab Emirates’ Federal Supreme Court has rejected appeals on behalf of dozens of dissidents convicted in a mass trial that faced widespread international criticism

Dubai is a larger than life city in the Middle East. It’s one of the seven emirates in the United Arab Emirates and famous for many things. It’s known for its fun attractions, luxury shopping malls, futuristic architecture and an exciting nightlife scene.

India’s star batter Virat Kohli praised the team’s collective effort during their Champions Trophy campaign after they lifted their third title on Sunday.

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner has won the coin toss and chose to bat first against India in the 2025 Champions Trophy final.

Dubai is the largest city, and one of the Emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates. Just like Jordan, this is another must-see city in the middle east. It’s a thriving metropolis, and home to the tallest building in the world – the Burj Khalifa.

Local media in Kuwait reported the disruption, blaming “technical issues.” The state-run KUNA news agency and state television did not immediately acknowledge the issue. Flight-tracking data showed some flights turning away from the country, while others on the ground showed their takeoffs delayed.