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Raji Daou bought his property for Dh8.8 million and now it's worth Dh22 million. Photo: Raji Daou

Couple shelve villa sale plans after 'falling in love' with Dh6m renovations

Raji Daou's wife fell in love with the place before he could sell it

Inside the Emirates Polar Programme aiming to protect 'planet's thermostat'

Revellers heading out for the New Year's Eve fireworks are advised to wrap up warm. AFP

UAE set for windy, chilly but dry New Year's Eve celebrations

Will Smith and MrBeast to attend 1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai

The UAE has strongly condemned a reported drone attack on a residence belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin. EPA

UAE condemns alleged drone strike on Vladimir Putin's residence

Dubai announces New Year's Eve celebrations action plan

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My Dubai Rent

My Sharjah RentArtist creates 'open gallery' in Dh65,000 apartment
My Dubai RentSoapmaker loves life in Dh205,000-a-year villa close to her factory
My Dubai RentCat rescuers offer sanctuary in Dh92,700 a year apartment
My Dubai RentArtist loves life in community where foxes and deer roam the streets
My Dubai RentMarketing professional relishes living in 'hidden gem' for Dh74,000
My Dubai RentAfter 20 years in Dubai, psychologist still 'enjoys one of the lowest rents'
My Dubai RentIndian family get great value at huge Dh65,000 two-bedroom home
My Dubai RentFamily of four outgrows Dh40,000 Dubailand apartment

Wael Hamadeh, poses for the picture at his flat in Sharjah. For 'My Dubai rent' story. 23rd December 2025 Photo: Ahmed Ramzan/The National

My Sharjah RentArtist creates 'open gallery' in Dh65,000 apartment

Wael Hamadeh lives with wife and two children

UAE's new sugar tax will address 'root cause' of rising health crises

UAE sends 30 tonnes of medical aid to Gaza to fight malnutrition

Dubai Police confiscate e-bikes from 90 reckless riders around Kite Beach

Etihad Rail: UAE on cusp of new era with launch of passenger trains in 2026

Turtles in Gulf under heavy pressure from human activity, study shows

From the darkness of an eclipse to light shed on a pharaoh, what 2026 may bring

Huge crowds are expected to converge on Dubai's Downtown area to watch the Burj Khalifa fireworks. Pawan Singh / The National

Dubai announces New Year's Eve celebrations action plan

Thousands of emergency workers to help see in 2026 safely

UAE issues law to protect children from harmful digital content

Sheikh Mohamed holds talks with Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif on official visit

US approval for pill version of weight-loss drug Wegovy hailed as 'breakthrough'

Abu Dhabi to welcome cats and dogs at hotels and restaurants under updated rules

Motorist in Dubai jumps red light and injures two in crash

UAE's Christians mark Christmas Day with services in several languages

Owners will be permitted to bring pets to hotels and restaurants that sign up to the new pet-friendly policy. Photo: Unsplash

Abu Dhabi to welcome cats and dogs at hotels and restaurants under updated rules

Venues will be encouraged to set up dedicated areas for companion animals

Motorist in Dubai jumps red light and injures two in crash

UAE's Christians mark Christmas Day with services in several languages

'May this day bring peace': President Sheikh Mohamed sends Christmas wishes

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