Dubai

Dubai, where Zack Shahin is being held in a jail
Somalia president Sheikh Sharif Ahmed
Thomson Reuters was created in 2008 with Thomson Corp's takeover of Reuters
Philippine soldiers patrol the restive southern island of Jolo
Jolo is a stronghold of the Abu Sayyaf, an Islamic militant movement in the Philippines
"Every Egyptian dreams that we will qualify for the World Cup in Brazil," says team's coach Bob Bradley
The sun sets next to the luxury Burj al Arab hotel in Dubai
HMS Westminster (C) during a visit to Jakarta's international seaport in 2006
The move was to spread awareness about smoking hazards, reports say
Qantas last week said it would split its international and domestic arms
Foreigners in skimpy clothing have been described as looking "repulsive" by Emiratis
Tourists flood the UAE, where Emiratis are a minority in their own country
An Emirates Air Airbus lands at Dubai International airport
"We are trying to catch up with demand," says Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al-Maktoum (R), chairman of Dubai Airports
File illustration photo shows officers from the Kenya Wildlife Services guarding seized ivory in Nairobi
Israeli supermodel Bar Rafaeli
Pakistani commandos on patrol outside the Allama Iqbal International airport in Lahore
Egyptian scientist Farouq al-Baz gives the opening speech at the annual Arab Media Forum
Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum (L), attends the Arab Media Forum
Despite the slump in net profits, Emirates said it had increased its number of staff by 10 percent

New Zealand favourites to take rugby Hong Kong Sevens

World Series leaders New Zealand are favourites to win the Hong Kong Sevens this weekend but in a season which has proved unpredictable there's plenty of room for an upset.
 

No Rafa, no Roger, no problem for Novak in Miami

Novak Djokovic is looking to bounce back at the ATP Miami Masters after his 22-match win streak was ended last week at Indian Wells and the absence of Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer is no problem.
 

Leeds owners clarify 'sale' stance

The Dubai-based owners of fallen English football giants Leeds United added to the increasing sense of uncertainty enveloping Elland Road by saying Wednesday they were seeking fresh investment but did not want to sell the club.
 

Dubai's DP World posts 21% profit surge in 2012

Dubai ports operator DP World said Wednesday it posted 21 percent surge in net profits in 2012 as the world's third-largest operator unloaded low-return assets and focused on profitable markets.
 

Leeds Utd owners looking to sell

The Dubai-based owners of fallen English football giants Leeds United have said they want to sell their stake in the second-tier club just three months after taking over at Elland Road.
 

Djokovic, Serena lead injury-hit Miami lineup

World number ones Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams head the fields at the Miami Masters hardcourt event that begins on Tuesday, although several big names will be missing.
 

Djokovic, Serena lead injury-hit Miami lineup

World number ones Novak Djokovic and Serena Williams head the fields at the Miami Masters hardcourt event that begins on Tuesday, although several big names will be missing.
 

Pakistan MPs demand Musharraf arrest on arrival

Pakistani lawmakers on Monday repeated their call for former military ruler Pervez Musharraf to be arrested and tried for treason on his return home from self-imposed exile in Dubai.
 

I'll help Leeds find my successor: Warnock

Leeds United manager Neil Warnock has offered to help the club's owners find his successor, after declaring that he is ready to step down from his position.
 

UAE opens world's largest CSP solar power plant

Oil-rich Abu Dhabi has officially opened the world's largest Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant, which cost $600 million to build and will provide electricity to 20,000 homes.
 

Sri Lanka opens new Chinese-funded airport

Sri Lanka's president opened the country's second international airport on Monday, intended to help spur a new economic hub and act as a gateway to the island's southeast.
 

Melbourne plans tallest building in southern hemisphere

Australia's second-largest city Melbourne could possibly have the tallest building in the southern hemisphere after approval Monday for a new 388-metre (1,280 foot) apartment and hotel complex.
 

UAE opens world's largest CSP solar power plant

Oil-rich Abu Dhabi on Sunday officially opened the world's largest Concentrated Solar Power (CSP) plant, which cost $600 million to build and will provide electricity to 20,000 homes.
 

Assad's wife, children make rare Damascus appearance

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's wife and his children have made a rare public appearance at a charity fund-raiser in Damascus for mothers of soldiers killed in the two-year conflict, his office said on Facebook Sunday.
 

Afghan anti-graft body raps Kabul Bank court ruling

An Afghan anti-corruption watchdog on Sunday criticised court verdicts handed down for a $900 million fraud that caused Kabul Bank, the country's largest bank, to collapse in 2010.
 

The Nepalese noodle seller who became a billionaire

Run by Maoist revolutionaries and plagued by poverty, Nepal is not the most obvious place to make big bucks.
 

Sri Lanka offers tax-free zone at new airport

Sri Lanka is turning its newest international airport, opening Monday, into a tax-free zone to attract aviation-related industries, a top official said.
 

Beaten Djokovic sets sights on Miami

World No. 1 Novak Djokovic, stunned by Juan Martin del Potro in the ATP Indian Wells Masters semi-finals, wasted no time mourning the end of his 22-match winning streak.
 

Del Potro stuns Djokovic to book Nadal clash

Juan Martin del Potro stunned Novak Djokovic to end the World No. 1's 22-match winning streak and book an ATP Indian Wells Masters final against Rafael Nadal.
 

Del Potro ends Djokovic winning streak

Argentina's Juan Martin del Potro ended Novak Djokovic's 22-match winning steak, beating the Serbian star 4-6, 6-4, 6-4 to reach the ATP Indian Wells Masters final.
 

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Dubai
إمارة دبيّ
—  Emirate  —
Emirate of Dubai
Clockwise from top left: Jumeirah Mosque, Palm Jumeirah, Etisalat Tower 2, Jumeirah Beach Residence, American University in Dubai, Burj Al Arab & Sheikh Zayed Road.

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Dubai is located in United Arab Emirates
Dubai
Location of Dubai in the UAE
Coordinates: 25°15′00″N 55°18′00″E / 25.25°N 55.3°E / 25.25; 55.3
CountryUnited Arab Emirates
EmirateDubai
Incorporated (town)9 June 1833
FounderMaktoum bin Bati bin Suhail (1833)
SeatDubai
Subdivisions
Government
 - TypeConstitutional monarchy[1]
 - EmirMohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
 - Crown PrinceHamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Area [2]
 - Emirate4,114 km2 (1,588.4 sq mi)
 - Metro1,287.4 km2 (497.1 sq mi)
Population (2008)[3]
 - Emirate2,262,000
 - Density408.18/km2 (97/sq mi)
 - Metro2,262,000
 - Nationality (2005)[4]26.1% Arab (of whom 17% are Emirati)
42.3% Indian
13.3% Pakistani
7.5% Bangladeshi
2.5% Filipino
1.5% Sri Lankan
0.9% European
0.3% American
5.7% other countries
Time zoneUAE standard time (UTC+4)
Website
Dubai Emirate
Dubai Municipality