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    ColumnMy long journey home to Abu Dhabi after war closed the skies

  • Jamavar Dubai's Golden Hour menu is served from 4pm to 7pm. Photo: Jamavar Dubai

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  • The Camel Farm in Al Qudra desert is offering free camel hugs with every general admission ticket until March 22. Getty Images

    Dubai companies offering free or discounted family days out

  • Bahrain’s national carrier Gulf Air has been affected by airspace closures during the ongoing conflict. AFP

    Middle East flight updates: Global airlines respond to airspace closures

  • Ehsan Stations by Dubai Municipality will feed stray cats and other animals through AI-powered food dispensers. Photo: Dubai Media Office

    Attract-identify-feed: Dubai launches AI-powered food stations for stray animals

  • Emirates is operating a limited flight schedule as airspace in parts of the Middle East gradually reopens. Reuters

    More than 100 Emirates flights in and out of Dubai over next two days

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