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HERE’S ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE DUBAI WORLD CUP 2022

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Giddy up folks, it’s almost time for the Dubai World Cup. The 26th edition of the most revered horse race of the year. The incredible sporting event has a total prize money of $30.5 million. Guess that explains why it’s considered one of the biggest sporting events in the Middle East.

Here’s a quick guide to the 2022 event:

What is the Dubai World Cup?

Regarded as the pinnacle of the UAE racing calendar, the horse-racing event was launched by Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, in 1996 at Nad Al Sheba Racecourse. Since 2006, the World Cup has been held at Meydan Racecourse.

Leave it to Dubai to build the excitement to the event with the Dubai World Cup Carnival, a pre-cursor to the actual races. The Carnival itself has numerous races including a $300,000 Ras Al Khor race set over 1,400 metres.

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There’s a reason why the $30.5 million meeting is one of the most eagerly anticipated sporting and social weekends in the city. Not only is it the world’s richest day of horseracing, the calibre of riders are the best in the world. There will be nine competitive races, each of which will be run for at least $1million this year.

The evening culminates in the Dubai World Cup 1 race leaving those that have just a passing interest in the equine entranced.

A big money event in Dubai? No surprise there. Are you going to be following the most expensive horse race in the world? Let us know which race you’re most excited for.

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UAE fuel prices announced for February

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The UAE fuel price committee on Friday announced petrol and diesel prices for the month of February 2025.

Super 98 petrol will cost Dh2.74, compared to Dh2.61 a litre in January, while Special 95 will cost Dh2.63 a litre, compared to Dh2.50 a litre the previous month.

E-Plus category petrol will be available for Dh2.55 a litre, compared to Dh2.43 a litre in January, while diesel will now cost Dh2.82 a litre, compared to Dh2.68 a litre the previous month.

Fuel prices in the UAE are closely tied to movements in the global oil market, which has experienced significant fluctuations since last year. Geopolitical uncertainties, shifting supply dynamics and concern about slowing economic growth have all contributed to the volatility in oil prices.

The UAE deregulated fuel prices in 2015, aligning them with market fluctuations.

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Dubai Metro rolls Out 43-hour nonstop operations for New Year’s Eve

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Dubai Metro and Tram services will operate nonstop for over 43 hours starting December 31, according to a senior official from the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).

This initiative is designed to alleviate congestion during New Year celebrations, encouraging the public to rely on public transport for a smoother journey. Dubai Metro will run continuously from 5 AM on December 31 until the end of January 1, while Dubai Tram will operate from 6 AM on December 31 until 1 AM on January 2.

Additionally, the RTA will deploy a fleet of 1,400 buses, available free of charge, to further support public transportation. The RTA, highlighted that the extended Metro and Tram services, increased parking facilities, and free bus rides are part of the authority’s efforts to provide convenient travel options and reduce traffic congestion for celebrators.

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Traffic Relief: Dubai opens new bridge, slashes travel time from 15 to 3 minutes

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A new 1km bridge opened on Sunday in Dubai, greatly easing traffic flow from Hessa Street to Al Khail Road, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced.

The two-lane bridge has reduced travel time from Hessa Street to Al Khail Road from 15 minutes to just three minutes, the RTA added. The bridge ensures a “seamless” traffic connection to Dubai’s city centre and Dubai International Airport.

RTA also announced that 54 per cent of the Dh689 million Hessa Street development project, which includes upgrades of four major intersections, has been completed. All intersections are expected to be fully operational by the fourth quarter of 2025.

Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), said the Hessa Street development project, spanning 4.5km from its intersection with Sheikh Zayed Road to its intersection with Al Khail Road, represents a continuation of efforts to develop road infrastructure to keep pace with the emirate of Dubai’s continuous growth.

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