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Jul 4
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What do first-time property buyers need ...

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Whether you are a long-time or a new resident of Dubai, this might be the time you're waiting for to purchase your property in the emirate. That's after Dubai unveiled a brand-new initiative aimed at helping first-time property investors take that all-important first step onto the ladder. With homes worth up to five million dirhams eligible, the scheme is designed to open doors for both Emiratis and expats who’ve been priced out of the market. So what does this mean for the banks and first-time buyers? We get details from Jo Phillips, Managing Director at Phillips & Walls Mortgage Brokers.

Are you travelling this summer? Have you heard of the viral ‘Airport Theory’ trend? Travel writer Catriona McBride joins Katie to discuss

Lots of news about air taxis this week and most recently, it's Ajman exploring the idea of making it part of the emirate's daily life.

And they’re all over your feeds and maybe even your child’s bedroom, but experts say fake Labubu dolls could be dangerously unsafe.

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