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Here’s why experts don’t think cloud seeding played a role in Dubai’s downpour
With cloud seeding, it may rain, but it doesn’t really pour or flood.
Watch: Scary moment stranded Kiwis swim to safety in 'apocalyptic' Dubai floods
In just a matter of minutes floodwaters swamped their car.
Nothing to eat but duty-free: Kiwis caught in Dubai Airport floods
Emirates passengers and Kiwis flying via the UAE hub have been stranded by flash floods.
10 year-old Kiwi chess superstar wins gold and silver in Dubai
Luna Lu has played chess for two years, but she’s already proving queen of the board.
Cocaine ‘super cartel’ member sentenced to life in Dutch prison
Financial Times: Boss allegedly in 'super cartel' that supplied third of Europe's cocaine.
The president’s daughter (and Instagram star) wanted by Interpol
Times: Africa’s first female billionaire, denies charges that she looted her fortune.
Top NZ businessman falsely accused of being a Russian spy
Billionaire forced to go to court to defend his reputation against resurfaced smears.
Tripadvisor reveals top destination to visit in 2024
The travel company says the results show 'unbridled appetite' for arts, culture and food.
Here I am, a Gizzy girl fresh off the plane and attending an event with the King
OPINION: Kiwi COP28 delegation meets climate warrior King Charles.
Kamala Harris heads to Dubai to discuss climate change action, Israel-Hamas war
Kamala Harris’ schedule remains scarce and the trip appears to have been hastily arranged.
Is this the city Kiwis most want to move to? Study maps world's 'dream cities'
Study offers a remarkable insight into where NZ and the rest of the world would rather be.
Traveller's 10-hour Dubai layover turns into 4-month legal hell
The traveller's 10-hour layover has turned into a four-month ordeal.
‘Sick’: Passenger says son's nut allergy led to family being kicked off flight
Travellers were asked not bring nuts onto the plane, but a nasty surprise was on the menu.
Immigration says chef declined visitor visa was at risk of overstaying
Department decides man is not considered a bona fide visitor
Texan woman ‘Sassy Trucker’ falls foul of Dubai speech laws
The woman has been stuck in Dubai for months after an altercation at a car rental agency.
Bear runs amok on Iraqi Airways flight in Dubai
An airline issued an apology this weekend after a live bear broke at Dubai airport.
Bear loose on a plane, flight delayed
Plane’s captain apologises to passengers for delay due to a bear being loose in the hold.
Emirates marks 20 years in NZ: How its A380 double-decker shook up the travel market
Emirates boss says capacity of big plane defied doubters as airline marks 20 years in NZ.
'Is business class worth the bother?': 3 flights, 3 cabin classes on an Emirates A380
If you’ve ever considered treating yourself to an upgrade, this is the guide for you.