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Abu Dhabi's Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Committee says pupils in grade 6 (year 7) and above, will continue with online classes.

His Highness Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has sent his congratulations to Saudi Arabia.

The UAE has achieved several accomplishments in managing the COVID-19 pandemic, ranking first globally across several indicators.

The UAE has confirmed 852 new cases of COVID-19 after authorities carried out as many as 98,528 additional tests across the country.

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Students across Dubai's private schools are being educated about COVID-19 as part of a new awareness campaign.

The UAE’s leaders have congratulated Saudi Arabia ahead of the country’s 90th National Day on September 23.

Unit 1 of Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has achieved 50 per cent of its electricity production capacity, marking an important step towards the start of commercial operations.

Three people died and three others were injured in an accident in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday morning.

As many as 721 beachgoers have been fined in Dubai since March for not complying with the precautionary measures related to COVID-19.

Four retail outlets have been fined in Dubai during the latest round of inspections to ensure compliance with the COVID-19 safety protocols.

Students in Sharjah's private schools are set to return to their classrooms on Sunday (September 27), after authorities verified the readiness of educational institutions to maintain safety processes to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The US ambassador to the UAE says Israeli participation in Expo 2020 Dubai will show "the inclusiveness of not only the Emirates but of the entire region as well, and how we are moving to a much more inclusive society here."

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) says frontline medical staff have been receiving the COVID-19 vaccine at the Al Qassimi Hospital for Women and Children in Sharjah.

Investigations have revealed that the driver of a Range Rover who caused a fatal crash in Umm Al Quwain on Sunday, was under the influence.

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee for the COVID-19 pandemic has confirmed that no changes have been made to the emirate's entry and exit procedures.

Strategic ties were on the agenda when Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and British Foreign Minister Dominic Raab met in London.

Two shopping malls in Ajman have been closed temporarily for breaching COVID-19 precautionary measures.

In a regional first, the UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has developed a digital track and trace platform to tackle unauthorised healthcare products.

NASA has signed an agreement with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to train UAE astronauts for potential missions to the International Space Station (ISS).

Dubai Safari Park will welcome visitors from October 5 with a wide range of new interactive and educational experiences for people of all ages.

The UAE has confirmed 679 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 85,595.

A woman has been fined AED 10,000 by Dubai Police for organising a party in violation of the government's COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Police in Sharjah have called on motorists to be extra careful while driving in foggy conditions.

A new remote working policy has been announced for Ajman government employees.

A coffee shop in Dubai's Al Seef area has been shut down for flouting COVID-19 safety measures.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, will lead the UAE’s delegation to the 75th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

An Asian woman was in for a pleasant surprise after the Ajman Police tracked her down in her home country to return her lost wallet.

UAE authorities have issued a manual on how to deal with employees who may have been exposed to suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases.

The UAE's Permanent Representative to the United Nations Office in Geneva has said Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries understand the key challenges posed by the pandemic.

A COVID-19 testing centre that uses laser technology to provide results in three minutes has opened in Ras Al Khaimah.

The UAE has confirmed 674 new cases of COVID-19 after authorities carried out as many as 97,251 additional tests across the country.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) is continuing to deliver aid to those affected by the recent floods in Sudan.

Inspections have been stepped up across Dubai to ensure that businesses are complying with the COVID-19 precautionary measures.

An Arab celebrity has been arrested in Dubai for organising two birthday parties in violation of COVID-19 safety protocols.

Ten business establishments have been fined and one outlet has been shut down in Dubai during the latest round of inspections to ensure compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols.

Action has been taken against nine sports facilities in Dubai for violating COVID-19 safety measures.

The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince emphasized the importance of the historic agreement between the UAE and Israel during a telephone call with the French President on Saturday.

A new law in Ras Al Khaimah states that all jet skis and water scooters must be licenced.

A man with COVID-19 has been detained in Sharjah for breaching isolation measures.

Spas in Abu Dhabi's top hotels have been given permission to reopen provided they follow strict pandemic precautionary measures.

Air India Express flights to and from Dubai are back in operation after they were cancelled on Friday.

Eight people have been detained for hosting wedding parties in separate areas of the UAE, which were attended by large numbers of guests in violation of the country's COVID-19 precautionary measures.

The UAE's Minister of Health and Prevention has been injected with the COVID-19 vaccine developed by the country.

As the autumn bird migration gets under way, one of the rarest birds in the world has been spotted on the Saadiyat Beach Golf Course in Abu Dhabi.

A café in Dubai has been shut down after the in-house singer was caught without a mask on and customers were found not keeping the required physical distance.

The UAE has confirmed 809 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 84,242.

The UAE sent a fifth aid plane carrying 13 metric tons of critical medical supplies to Colombia on Friday to support the country’s efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19.

A 4-directional pedestrian bridge, considered the first of its kind in Dubai, opened on Saturday.

The UAE has confirmed 865 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 83,433.

The UAE has announced a set of safety guidelines for conducting marriages and funerals in the country.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi will place notices at the entrances of all residential units that have been marked for home quarantine.

Five businesses in Dubai have been fined after their employees were caught not wearing face masks.

All Air India Express flights to Dubai have been suspended for 15 days for violating COVID-19 safety rules.

Al Shindagha Tunnel in Dubai will be closed for a few hours this weekend, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced comprehensive quarantine guidelines for all international travellers to the emirate.

The UAE is expanding the Phase III trials of its COVID-19 inactivated vaccine to Egypt, where a new centre has opened to receive volunteers.

The UAE has confirmed 786 new cases of COVID-19 after authorities carried out as many as 92,912 additional tests across the country.

A leader of an international drug trafficking network has been arrested in Dubai.

Seven more business establishments have been fined in Dubai for not complying with the COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Pakistan has conferred its second-highest civil award on His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs.

Dubai's Crown Prince has called on government entities to keep pace with technological advancements and new workplace trends.

The Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has started implementing regulations relating to violations for people who fail to take a PCR test on day 6 of entering the Emirate.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo at the end of his visit to Washington.

The UAE has sent 16 tonnes of food supplies to the Al Alili camp in Yemen's Al Khokha district.

The DHA has emphasized the input of the HASANA disease surveillance system during the pandemic.

The UAE will establish a national centre for regulating the transplantation of human organs and tissues.

Twelve commercial establishments have been fined in Dubai during the latest round of inspections to ensure compliance with COVID-19 safety protocols.

The UAE is sending more aid supplies to Sudan to help those affected by the recent floods.

The UAE has confirmed 842 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 81,782.

A toddler whose arm got stuck in a swimming pool drain has been rescued by Dubai Police.

No casualties have been reported after a fire broke out at a warehouse in Dubai's Al Quoz area on Wednesday.

As many as 1,850 children of frontline healthcare workers in the UAE have received full scholarships to study in public schools across the country.

Following the UAE-Israel accord signing ceremony at the White House, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said, "peace is our guiding principle."

The historic agreement between the UAE and Israel has been formally signed at a ceremony in Washington.

UAE Royal Sheikh Ali bin Humaid bin Ahmad Al Mualla has died in a tragic car accident.

Saqr Ghobash, the Speaker of the UAE's Federal National Council, has affirmed that the deal is a historic step towards reviving the Middle East peace process.

Another plane delivering humanitarian supplies from the Emirates Red Crescent has been flown to the Sudanese capital Khartoum.

The UAE's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Co-operation, His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has arrived at the White House with a high-level delegation to sign the historic peace accord with Israel.

The peace deal with Israel is "an opportunity for a fresh approach to tackling the region’s challenges."

The UAE has confirmed 674 new cases of COVID-19 after authorities carried out as many as 86,879 additional tests across the country.

The UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs has said that the decision to normalise ties with Israel has "broken the psychological barrier" and it's the "way forward" for the region.

A restaurant has been shut down in Dubai's Al Safa Second area for violating COVID-19 safety protocols related to social distancing.

Business leaders will play a major role in advancing the UAE-Israel agreement's future vision.

The UAE intensified its relief and humanitarian efforts to flood-hit Sudan after it left more than 100 people dead and affected 500,000 more.

The UAE has announced plans to start administering its COVID-19 vaccine for emergency cases on a limited basis.

The UAE has confirmed 777 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 80,266.

The UAE's Minister of State for International Cooperation has termed the peace accord with Israel as a historic initiative, which is a major step forward for the Middle East.

Nearly half of all seasonal flu cases in Dubai are usually reported in children under 10 years of age.

A DJ, the general manager of a tourism company, and its marketing director have been arrested in Dubai for organising a party in violation of COVID-19 safety protocols.

Authorities in the UAE have approved the academic calendar for government and private schools for the next three years.

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Authorities in Dubai are continuing to crack down on businesses and sports facilities violating COVID-19 safety regulations.

Nearly 10,000 people in Sudan are set to benefit from the UAE's latest humanitarian drive to help those affected by the recent floods.

A man has been arrested in Ras Al Khaimah for violating COVID-19 safety regulations at his own wedding party.

The UAE government will hold a news conference on developments related to the pandemic at 7:00 pm today.

Dubai Tourism has ordered the closures for failure to follow coronavirus precautionary measures.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has arrived in Washington.

The UAE has confirmed 640 new cases of COVID-19 after authorities carried out as many as 84,642 additional tests across the country.

A swimming pool at a sports centre in Dubai has been shut down for not complying with COVID-19 safety protocols.

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has once again called on school-going children and their parents to take note of the safety measures related to COVID-19.

No injuries have been reported after a public transport bus caught fire in Dubai.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has reduced the cost of COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) tests to AED 250.

Smart helmets are now being used at Dubai Silicon Oasis for carrying out rapid temperature checks.

A young man has run into trouble for dancing indecently at a local café.

The UAE's Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) and Israel’s Weizmann Institute of Science will work together on the development of A.I.

Expo 2020 Dubai continues to shine the spotlight on innovative best practices that are helping solve some of the world’s biggest challenges.

Dubai Police has emphasized its commitment to monitoring violations of precautionary measures outlined by the Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management.

A restaurant in Dubai has been shut down for failing to adhere to the COVID-19 precautionary measures set by the UAE.

More round-the-clock inspections of commercial centres are being carried out in Dubai to ensure COVID-19 safety measures are being enforced.

A new occupational health initiative aims to promote information among workers to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Charities and individuals have given AED 2,950,256 to the prison fund since January.

The UAE has confirmed 1,007 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 78,849.

A man has been arrested in Dubai for deliberately breaking home quarantine rules.

The UAE Cabinet has issued a resolution directing all homeowners to install fire safety systems and have them linked to the Civil Defence's electronic system.

A strategy for People of Determination has been launched in the capital in a bid to create an "inclusive and enabling community".

An Indian expat in Dubai has been honoured for his honesty after he returned a bag, containing $14,000 in cash and AED200,000 worth of gold.

Fifty-eight members of a drug trafficking gang have been arrested in Sharjah and 153kg of drugs worth AED 63 million seized following an intense operation.

The Dubai Metro has transformed the way people travel and supports the city's sustainable economic development.

The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the decision by the Kingdom of Bahrain to establish relations with Israel.

Dubai has fined and shut a cafe in Karama for violating safety guidelines set by the health authorities to limit the spread of COVID-19.

King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa held talks with US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the telephone.

A wedding hall in Ras Al Khaimah has been shut and fined for flouting COVID-19 safety regulations.

The UAE has confirmed 931 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 77,842.

A restaurant in Dubai has been shut down for not complying with the precautionary measures related to COVID-19, while a gym has been fined for a similar offence.

A three-year-old girl has overcome her fear of the police after receiving a surprise visit from a Dubai Police team.

Dubai’s Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management has reiterated the importance of complying with the precautionary measures against COVID-19.

The number of traffic accidents in Dubai on the first day of school this year dropped by 31 per cent compared to 2019.

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People who have come into contact with a COVID-19 patient are being urged to self-isolate for 14 days even if their PCR test result is negative in the initial stages.

The UAE has confirmed 930 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 76,911.

Three people have been detained in Abu Dhabi for hosting a wedding celebration at home in violation of the preventative measures against COVID-19.

The UAE government will hold a special media briefing on the developments related to COVID-19 on Thursday.

The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safe return of the Boeing 737 Max aircraft to the UAE's airspace.

It's now a lot cheaper to get a COVID-19 nasal swab test at SEHA's (Abu Dhabi Health Services Company) screening centres across the UAE.

Jet ski users in Dubai are being urged to follow the marine safety guidelines and not to indulge in stunts or block the path of others.

A man has been flown to hospital following a car accident in the Emirate.

Four people can now travel in Dubai Taxi vans, as per the new guidelines set by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA).

Charges of AED 50,000 will be imposed for a range of offences according to a police statement on Twitter.

The UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Affairs says the sovereign decision to sign the deal, stipulating that the Israeli government suspends the annexation of Palestinian territory, is a success.

Representatives from the Department of Community Development have been checking up on the victims following last week's explosion in Abu Dhabi.

A store in Dubai has been fined AED 50,000 for violating COVID-19 safety measures during a sale.

The UAE has confirmed 883 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 75,981.

All staff members at Early Learning Centres (ELC) in Dubai must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test before they will be allowed to return to the premises.

A resident has been honoured by the Abu Dhabi Police for returning a bag full of money to the authorities.

The Dubai Crown Prince marked the 11th anniversary of the Dubai Metro by tapping the Nol card for a train ride.

A UAE ship carrying 300 tonnes of food supplies has docked in the Yemeni port of Mokh.

Private schools in Sharjah will continue with 100 per cent distance learning for another two weeks.

The historic peace accord between the UAE and Israel will be signed on September 15 in the United States.

The world's first graduate-level, research-based artificial intelligence university is gearing up to welcome its inaugural batch of students at its Abu Dhabi campus on January 10, 2021.

An elderly Portuguese tourist who underwent life-saving surgery while on holiday in Dubai has praised the emirate's healthcare system.

Four historic sites in Ras Al Khaimah have been added to UNESCO's tentative list of World Heritage Sites.

UAE residents are being urged to follow precautionary measures and respect social distancing guidelines.

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The UAE has achieved a 90 per cent COVID-19 recovery rate.

There are 644 new cases of COVID-19 in the UAE, which brings the total number of cases to 75,098.

Two people were injured after a car overturned and caught fire in Ajman.

No injuries were reported after a small section of Dubai Mall's ceiling collapsed yesterday.

An 11-member gang specialized in stealing computer devices has been arrested in Sharjah.

Abu Dhabi residents who were injured in last week's restaurant explosion received a surprise visit.

The UAE is taking further steps to honour the efforts of frontline workers involved in the fight against COVID-19.

The Dubai Electricity and Water Authority has launched a new service that enables motorists to charge their electric vehicles using DEWA’s smart app

Nearly 90 per cent of Dubai’s hotel establishments have so far received the 'DUBAI ASSURED' stamp for complying with the health and safety protocols to combat COVID-19.

Emirates Airline will operate two repatriation flights between Dubai and Casablanca to help stranded Moroccans get home.

Authorities in Dubai are taking further steps to ramp up food safety measures.

It's now a lot easier to keep track of pollution levels in the UAE in real-time.

The UAE has confirmed 470 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 74,454.

Valet parking services are now allowed to resume in Abu Dhabi under a strict set of health and safety protocols.

Dubai Police are urging the public to watch out for fraudsters trying to take advantage of the situation around COVID-19.

A National Policy on Vaccinations has been approved by the UAE cabinet, headed by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Private schools in Abu Dhabi could face a fine of up to AED 250,000 if they fail to implement safety measures.

The processing fee for the newly launched five-year retirement visa in Dubai is AED 890.

More than half of the UAE citizens working for federal government entities are women.

The UAE Embassy in Seoul has called on its citizens to practice caution as Typhoon Haishen approaches South Korea.

Representatives from Dubai and India have discussed collaboration opportunities in the field of medicine.

The UAE has reiterated that terrorism poses a significant threat to international peace and security.

Another 2,443 people in the UAE have recovered from COVID-19, taking the total number of recoveries to 66,095.

Researchers in the UAE have found that saliva testing is just as effective as nasal swabs in detecting COVID-19.

The UAE's Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has sent a relief plane to help those affected by the floods in Sudan.

An illegal tobacco factory has been busted by the authorities in Abu Dhabi.

Public bus routes in Dubai are now being planned using Artificial Intelligence technology.

A new licence plate design has been launched for classic cars in Dubai.

An emergency aid flight has been sent to Sudan and South Sudan.

Four tourists have been rescued in Ras Al Khaimah after they were stranded in Wadi Naqab.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has issued a fresh warning for motorists in Dubai.

A campaign has been launched to protect the physical and mental health of workers in Abu Dhabi.

145 bus shelters are lined up to re-open from Sunday, September 6th, in line with plans to resume all public bus services and operations in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE has confirmed 705 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 73,471.

The UAE has sent 25 tonnes of aid to Syria, to help reduce the spread of Covid-19 in the country.

Starting Saturday, commuters crossing the border into Abu Dhabi will need to present a negative PCR or DPI test result with a 48-hour validity.

The UAE has announced 612 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 72,766.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has launched the second phase of relief aid to Yemen's Red Sea coast.

An earthquake, measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale, struck early Friday on the coast of Fujairah.

UAE travellers now have access to a new webpage that lists out the latest COVID-19-related travel guidelines.

The UAE has announced 614 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 72,154.

The death toll from the Abu Dhabi restaurant explosion on Monday has risen to three.

A new coronavirus testing centre, that offers free service to UAE citizens and residents, has opened in Fujariah's Wahla. 

A five-year retirement visa programme has been launched by the Dubai government.

Traffic patrols are being stepped up in Abu Dhabi to catch motorists who ignore the stop sign displayed by school buses.

A new licensing system has been introduced in Abu Dhabi for social care professionals.

Two Dubai policemen have been honoured for going the extra mile in their line of duty.

The UAE has confirmed 735 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 71,540.

COVID-19 cases in schools across the UAE will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

The smart gates at Dubai International Airport's Terminal 3 have been reactivated for departing passengers.

Dubai has maintained its position as a leading destination for medical travellers for the second year in a row.

Abu Dhabi is set to host a campus of the internationally renowned 42 Network of coding and computer programming schools.

A satellite built by UAE-based students will be launched into space later this month aboard a Russian Soyuz rocket.

The Dubai Police Academy has been officially recognised as one of the best workplaces in the Middle East for the year 2020.

People are still failing to follow the safety guidelines and precautionary measures set by the UAE.

The Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation has sent AED4 million in urgent aid to those affected by floods in southern Pakistan.

More than 760,000 medical fitness tests and occupational screenings have been conducted in Dubai.

The UAE has announced 635 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 35,192.