Ministry slashes generic drug prices; Three astronauts blast off to International Space Station; Future leaders urged to save resources

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newsletter November 14, 2011     Today's Top Stories More top stories Ministry slashes generic drug prices The reduction in prices of these essential drugs ranges from 5 per cent to 30 per cent and makes the UAE the cheapest in the region when it comes to medicines. Three astronauts blast off to International Space Station Three astronauts blasted off on Monday to restore a full crew to the International Space Station after the crash of a Russian cargo spaceship disrupted operations.     Top News Stories More from news Future leaders urged to save resources Four billion people will face a significant water shortage within the next two decades, said an expert at the Festival of Thinkers. Afghan official: Taliban figure believed arrested Syria warns Arab League of 'dangerous step' Germany has ruled out military intervention in Iran, Foreign Minister says     Opinion More from opinion Taking the vision forward Multiculturalism and diversity remain the UAE's most attractive assets in a world that is closing its borders. Tea Party hopefuls look hopeless Syria needs to take the path of dialogue Global reach of UAE airlines     Top Business Stories More from business Motorists opt for fuel-efficient cars UAE consumers are hunting for fuel-efficient cars as fuel prices increase and budgets tighten, say car manufacturers. Lufthansa Technik and Emirates signs Aircraft components service Agreement Middle East requires over 1,920 aircraft worth over $347b, Airbus says Dnata to invest Dh250m to support its global expansion     Top Entertainment Stories More from entertainment Oscars Academy honours Vanessa Redgrave Vanessa Redgrave was hailed at a Hollywood film academy tribute Sunday, praised as an actress and an activist by A-list friends. Justin's camp not buying baby rumours R-Patz shies away from music MJ had been taking propofol for years     Top Life & Style Stories More from life & style Abu Dhabi business hotel is a gem of a find The recently opened 4-star business hotel in Abu Dhabi's business district hits it on the mark. Seven stars for Honda at Tokyo show What's all the blog about? When the muse comes calling...     Picture Galleries See more picture galleries Dubai Airshow 2011 in pictures Readers' pictures: Nov 6 - Nov 12 Scene at Grand Cinemas, Festival City Souq scan: Black magic     GNTV Web Videos See more videos at GNTV Sporting Salman Khan Versace's new designs for H&M Rugby festivals in Middle East Dubai Motor Show: Start your engines     News | Business | Sport | Life | Entertainment | Guides | Opinions | Video | Pictures | In Focus 4men| Aquarius | Campus Notes| e+| Friday| Quarterly Financial Review | InsideOut | Property| tabloid!| tabloid! on Saturday| Weekend Review| Wheels| XPRESS About Gulf News|Contact us|Subscriptions|Advertising Guide|Register| Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy © Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2011. All rights reserved You have received this e-mail from Gulf News because you have subscribed to our twice-daily news update e-mail using your e-mail address: waheed.rahuman@gmail.com. You can control how you receive e-mails from Gulf News by updating your profile below MANAGE MY PROFILE Send feedback | Update my account information | Change my e-mail address | Privacy policy Should you wish to remove your email address from the mailing list please click here. Is this email in your junk folder? To ensure that you receive all future newsletters, add newsletter@emm.gulfnews.com to your address book and newsletter@emm.gulfnews.com to your white list filters.