InFocus | Everyday Heroes
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Sunday May 3
His philosophy is simple - look at the sunny side of life
The daily stress of driving in the Dubai traffic does not seem to affect cabbie Ahmad Saleh, who always sees the positive side of things: "It has given me a job and will help provide my sons a more rewarding one in the future," he says.
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Saturday Apr 25
'Hero' happy with simple life
A 63-year-old Pakistani gardener wins a Dubai Government Excellence Programme Award for never missing work in 27 years. The 'unsung hero' says he is happy living a simple life.
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Tuesday Apr 1
Emirati grandmother breaks social barriers with job choice
Trained as a nurse and working as a paramedic, 40-year-old widowed grandmother Jameela Al Za'abi is used to breaking social barriers that surround women and jobs in the UAE.
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Tuesday May 15
More 'heroes' honoured
Four more people receive the Dubai Excellence Programme Award for their heroic acts of dedication and hardwork.
