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Discover six important changes arriving in Dubai this August, including a likely public holiday, school reopening, new mall launch and the final weeks of major summer events.

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Discover why Bugatti, Armani, and Cavalli branded residences are transforming Dubai's luxury off-plan market and what it means for investors and rental yields.

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