Dubai braces for financial hit as coronavirus batters vital tourism

DUBAI (Reuters) - The sundecks on Dubai's beaches lie empty, and red flags warn visitors away from the waterfront to protect the Middle East's tourism hub against coronavirus. The infection is starting to deliver a painful blow to Dubai, one of the most visited cities globally, with some hotels closed and occupancy rates falling to less than 10% in others.Hotels are working to protect remaining staff and guests, taking their temperature and giving them hand sanitiser. Restaurants have been..