DUBAI SINGAPORE

May 08 2026HEALTH

Two Singapore Men Tested for Hantavirus After Cruise Ship Incident

Singapore is currently keeping two 60‑plus men in isolation while they undergo testing for hantavirus. The men were aboard the MV Hondius, a cruise ship that left Ushuaia in Argentina on April 1 and later sparked an outbreak. The ship’s passengers are being monitored worldwide to stop the virus from

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May 01 2026BUSINESS

War in Iran Forces Dubai Chefs to Cut Menus and Seek Local Foods

Dubai chefs are tightening their menus because the war in Iran has made key ingredients like tomatillos and scallops hard to bring in. Shipping routes that once ran smoothly through the Strait of Hormuz are now blocked, and air freight costs have jumped as jet fuel prices soar. Shaw Lash of Lila Mol

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Mar 28 2026BUSINESS

Digital Ads, Sweet Inspiration: How Dubai Chocolate Uses Social Media

Dubai chocolate marketers have tried a fresh mix of online tricks to make people want their sweets. They asked 425 shoppers in Turkey who had already tasted the brand’s products to fill out a survey. The researchers then used a statistical tool called PLS‑SEM in SmartPLS 4 to look at the data. The

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Mar 16 2026OPINION

Dubai’s Quiet Battle: When Luxury Meets Danger

Dubai has long been seen as a shining example of modern wealth and safety. People from around the world flock to its gleaming towers, luxury shops, and smooth highways. But a series of attacks began on February 28, turning the city into an unexpected frontline. Around March 8 a drone that looked

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Mar 03 2026SPORTS

Travel Chaos Hits Dubai Tennis and Paralympic Athletes

Dubai’s recent tennis tournament has turned into a logistical nightmare. After the ATP 500 event finished, players and staff found themselves stranded because flights were canceled amid the ongoing Middle East conflict. The ATP said only a handful of athletes and their teams remain in Dubai, but the

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Jan 29 2026FINANCE

Insuring the Future: Dubai Insurance Takes a Leap into Crypto

Dubai Insurance has made a bold move by introducing a crypto wallet for its customers. This wallet allows people to pay insurance premiums and receive claims using digital currencies like bitcoin. It's a big deal because Dubai Insurance is the first in the world to offer this service. The company w

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Jan 26 2026TECHNOLOGY

Singapore's Big Bet on Future Energy Tech

Singapore is making a bold move to become a leader in energy technology. A new lab called NEX Lab is now open. It's a team-up between Halliburton, a big name in energy services, and A*STAR, Singapore's top research group. The goal? To create new and better ways to complete oil and gas wells. This is

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Dec 18 2025WEATHER

Dubai's Rainy Surprise: A Wake-Up Call for the Desert City

Dubai, known for its sunny weather, is getting a lot of rain lately. This isn't just a little drizzle. It's heavy rain that's causing big problems. The police told everyone to stay inside unless they really need to go out. They said the weather is unstable and dangerous. The rain started on Thursda

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Dec 15 2025LIFESTYLE

Singapore Steps Up for Migrant Workers: Big Changes Ahead

Singapore is taking big steps to improve life for migrant workers. These workers play a huge role in building the country. They work in tough jobs like construction and shipyards. Now, the government is making plans to give them better healthcare, housing, and fun activities. Healthcare is getting

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Dec 09 2025TECHNOLOGY

Singapore and Canada Team Up to Boost Quantum Tech

Singapore's A*STAR and Canada's Xanadu have joined forces to push quantum technology forward. They've signed a deal to work together on several projects, like making quantum computers more accurate and creating better quantum light sources. This isn't their first time collaborating, but now they're

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