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The incidents were dealt with by Dubai Police Maritime Rescue Unit.

The UAE Consulate in Houston has confirmed that all Emiratis in Houston are safe following the explosion that occurred in a factory in the city yesterday.

The two day health and wellness event is taking place at Manarat Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island.

The UAE's Emirates Red Crescent has distributed 400 food parcels in Yemen's Qusay'ir district.

The UAE has sent AED7.3 million worth of aid to conflict-affected Syria.

Dubai International Airports welcomed the highest number of Chinese passengers in 2019.

Abu Dhabi broke a Guinness World Records title for 'Largest Augmented Reality Screen'.

Tickers for the Dubai Expo 2020 are now available for the public to purchase.

A yacht has burst into flames in Dubai Marina.

Having a fever and suffering from shortness of breath are two main symptoms for the new coronavirus.

All passengers flying into Dubai International Airports from China will undergo special screening.

Divers have removed 440 kilograms of waste from the Khalid Lagoon in Sharjah.

The UAE is completely free of the mysterious virus emerging in China.

The UAE's first-ever nuclear power plant has crossed another major safety milestone.

One person has died and 10 others were injured in a bus crash in Ras Al Khaimah.

A motorist has been jailed for sixth months after trying to outrun police cars in Sharjah.

The number of deaths caused by traffic accidents has dropped by 12 per cent in Ajman last year.

Two women have died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Dubai.

Truck drivers were responsible for as many as 52 accidents in Dubai last year that led to 11 deaths and more than 50 injuries.

E-gates are being installed in playgrounds and sports pitches across Dubai’s residential neighbourhoods to ensure privacy and safety.

It’s now a lot easier for electric car owners to locate public charging stations in Dubai.

Traffic diversions are coming into place on Friday near Dubai’s Discovery Gardens at the intersection of Ibn Battuta Street.

People in Ras Al Khaimah who have been affected by the recent heavy rains are to receive financial compensation.

We will soon know to what extent the UAE has been embracing the principles of tolerance and coexistence.

The UAE is coming to the aid of those affected by the eruption of Taal volcano in the Philippines.

Weather conditions are expected to be humid and partly cloudy across the UAE until next Saturday, with chances of light rain.

The UAE is taking further steps to ensure the welfare of people of determination.

The crime rate in Ajman has dropped significantly, thanks to stricter security measures and more awareness campaigns.

Officials in Ras Al Khaimah are urging motorists to drive carefully on the roads.

A UAE-based charity organisation will be donating more than AED3.65 million to the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The UAE has strongly condemned the recent Houthi missile attack on a mosque in Yemen.

A businessman has donated more than AED500,000 to release prisoners with financial dues.

Authorities in the UAE are keeping a close watch on the new coronavirus outbreak in China.

Dubai government employees are set to get a pay hike as per a new salaries scheme announced in the emirate.

Verdicts issued by the UAE courts in civil cases now can be executed in India.

One of the branches of a popular bakery chain has been shut down in Abu Dhabi for not complying with food safety rules.

Emiratis can still send in their applications for the second UAE Astronauts programme.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi has tweeted in Tagalog to express his support for the people of the Philippines.

Qasr Al Watan has been awarded the Pride of Abu Dhabi Award for 'Best Favourite Attraction'.

Dubai Police has received an international award for supporting the integration of people of determination into the job market.

You can now get rewarded for sharing some of your best Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) moments on social media.

The International Rain Enhancement Forum (IREF), kicked off today in Abu Dhabi.

Registration for the Global Foodtech Challenge in the UAE has opened today.

Patient-specific anatomical models will now be used to conduct pre-operative analysis.

We now know how government entities in Dubai are faring when it comes to customer service.

When the UAE's Hope Probe heads to Mars later this year, it will be carrying the UAE Nation Brand's logo and its slogan 'Make It Happen’.

The Dubai Media Council established its plans to develop the local press to greater heights and to support the city's aspirations for the future. 

The UAE and Germany have held talks on boosting bilateral relations.

Phase One of retrofitting their facilities and services to make them easier for people of determination to use is complete.

The emirate will then be on its way to having the lowest carbon footprint in the world by 2050.

Six people died in the horrific crash after a motorist cut in front of a lorry.

The Chinese Consulate in Dubai celebrated the start of Chinese New Year.

Teams from the Dubai Civil Defence have doused a fire that broke out on a yacht near Burj Al Arab on Friday afternoon.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi attended Egypt's Sharm El-Sheikh Heritage Festival during his state visit to the country.

UAE residents can support efforts to protect the wildlife impacted by the raging bushfires in Australia.

Five new abras will be added to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) fleet to enhance water transport network on Dubai Creek and Marina.

Of the 32 Indian schools inspected by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority, four have shown improved ranking.

Six people have been killed and 19 others injured in a road accident in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE’s new regulation for families looking to sponsor domestic workers is based on comprehensive studies into the cost of living.

Hundreds of government buildings in Abu Dhabi are being retrofitted with more efficient cooling, lighting and water supply systems.

The UAE's Burj Khalifa lit up in a towering display of national support for Australia following the recent bushfires that have devastated the country.

A cyclist in Dubai was helped by none other than the Ruler of Dubai.

The UAE has condemned the recent attack targeting a military base in Niger.

Ajman Police have arrested two people for claiming to turn paper into hundred dollar bills.

The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince landed in Egypt on Wednesday to attend the official opening of Bernice military base.

The annual inspection results of Indian and Pakistani curriculum schools in Dubai are out.

The new smart system for catching tailgaters has come into effect in Abu Dhabi.

A ‘Dubai Future District’ will soon take shape in the emirate.

A tonne of tomatoes will be grown per day in the Abu Dhabi desert.

If you're planning on leaving your umbrella at home today, think again.

UAE carriers are resuming flights to Manila International Airport, which is in recovery mode after suspending services due to volcanic ash.

Resident can now use their caravans to camp out on one of Dubai's beaches free of charge.

People who have abandoned their cars will soon receive warnings via text message.

Bilateral relations between the UAE and Japan are set to reach a new high.

Residents can now suggest new bus routes in Dubai.

Two people have been rescued from drowning in rainwater in Dubai.

Half of the UAE's residents are looking to buy self-driving cars in the next five years.

Take note if you are planning to fly to the Philippines because operations have been suspended at Manila International Airport due to volcanic ash.

A gang has been arrested in Abu Dhabi for attempting to rob a bank by destroying its ATM machine.

Chris Haill, who was rescued by the Dubai Police following a suicide attempt, has highlighted the need to recognise signs of depression and seek help.

Indonesia's President Joko Widodo is in the UAE on a state visit.

Authorities in the UAE are once again urging the public to stay clear of wadis and flood-prone areas during heavy rains.

Togo, Niger and Liberia are the latest countries to benefit from the UAE’s efforts to bring affordable energy to developing nations.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has joined world leaders in Muscat to pay their respects to Oman's Sultan Qaboos, who died on Friday.

More than 300 traffic accidents have been recorded in Dubai over a 24-hour period due to the unstable weather conditions.

Dubai International Airport is in recovery mode on Sunday after a total of 22 flights were cancelled overnight due to the weather conditions, while one was diverted to Dubai World Central (DWC).

Global Village will remain closed to the public on Sunday due to unstable weather conditions.

The inter-city ferry service between Dubai and Sharjah has been suspended due to the prevailing weather conditions.

A woman has died after a wall collapsed on her in Ras Al Khaimah's Al Fahleem area.

Dubai Municipality received 3,100 calls from residents in flooded areas across the city.

Passengers set to fly out from Dubai Airports are being advised to check with their airlines for their flight status before heading out.

Ras Al Khaimah's Jebel Jais received snow early Sunday, after heavy rainfall and strong winds hit parts of the UAE over the last 48-hours. 

Some schools across the UAE are closed today due to the unstable weather conditions.

Drones will soon be used to inspect Dubai Metro tunnels.

Global Village will remain closed today due to the unstable weather conditions and heavy rainfall, which has hit several parts of the UAE. 

Sharjah Police has announced the total closure of Mohammed Bin Zayed Road in Sharjah until further notice.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced a three-day mourning period in the UAE starting today, January 11, after the passing of His Majesty Sultan Qaboos bin Said of Oman.

Travelers in Dubai are being advised to check their flight status with their airlines as heavy rainfall hits parts of the country.

Traffic is being redirected from Sheikh Zayed Road to Financial Centre Road in both directions this morning.

Australia's Prime Minister Scott Morrison has thanked the UAE for offering support to help fight bushfires and rebuild the damage they have caused.

It has been raining across the UAE, as predicted by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

An attempt to smuggle rough diamonds worth over AED 330,000 ($90, 000) into the UAE has been foiled by customs officials.

As many as 166 suspected drug dealers were arrested by Dubai Police in 2019.

The final piece of the UAE's Hope Probe destined for Mars has been signed by Dubai's Crown Prince.

The UAE is taking further steps to help those affected by the bushfires raging across Australia.

Dubai Police have once again gone the extra mile to return a lost item to a foreign tourist.

Emirates Airline and flydubai are operating flights to Baghdad today as per schedule.

Police in Dubai have cracked a murder case, thanks to a technology that has been used for the first time in the region.

Heavy rain has been forecast for several parts of the UAE this weekend, with forecasters saying the unstable spell will last until Monday.

Rumours circulating online about security threats to Dubai are fake, according to the Dubai Media office.

Abu Dhabi has grabbed another world record title, and this time for the largest mosaic created using recycled materials.

The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has called on national carriers to evaluate flightpath risks that may affect operations.

The UAE says it's closely following regional developments and has reaffirmed the importance of de-escalating current tensions.

The UAE has revealed the nation brand logo that will represent the country for the next fifty years.

The inaugural Hay Festival Abu Dhabi has unveiled its programme for next month, featuring award-winning writers, historians, film-makers and artists from around the world.

Emirates Airline and FlyDubai have cancelled flights to Baghdad following the recent developments in Iraq.

The UAE government spent more than AED 5.5 billion on social benefit schemes for citizens during the first nine months of 2019.

An American woman won $1 million while five others bagged luxury vehicles in the latest Dubai Duty Free draw held on Tuesday, January 7.

The UAE has pledged support to fight the raging bushfires in Australia.

The newly formed Dubai Council has approved a five-year plan containing fifty goals for the emirate.

Sharjah Police have dismissed social media reports about gangs defrauding elderly people in Al Dhaid area as fake. 

Dubai has once again been recognised as one of the best cities in the world.

There’s good news for those who love taking selfies.

The UAE will soon have a logo that will represent the nation for the next 50 years.

Leaders of the UAE and Italy have stressed the importance of de-escalating regional tensions.

A newspaper delivery man has been honoured by the Ajman Municipality for his 33 years in service.

Motorists on a key Dubai road faced delays on Tuesday morning after a vehicle caught fire.

The UAE has unveiled a new multiple-entry, five-year tourist visa scheme for all nationalities.

Starting January 15, special cameras will be set up in Abu Dhabi to catch tailgaters. 

Police in Dubai have busted a group trying to make off with stolen goods.

The UAE has condemned the terrorist attack that targeted a military base hosting US forces in northern Kenya.

The ruler of Sharjah has gifted 425 artefacts of historical value to Egypt, in a bid to honour the country's cultural contribution to the Arab world.

The UAE leaders have given the country's Mars Mission an inspirational touch by signing the metal piece that will be attached to the Hope Probe.

Several parts of the UAE recorded rainfall of varying intensities early Monday, with the weather bureau saying the skies will partly clear after midday.

A dates factory has been shut down in Al Ain for violating safety and hygiene standards.

As many as 70 abandoned buildings have been demolished in Abu Dhabi over the past year.

A police officer has been praised after his quick-thinking saved a man attempting to commit suicide in Dubai.

There’s good news if you don’t like queueing up for fuel as two new service stations have opened in Dubai.

Families heading to Global Village can now expect even more comfort and convenience.

The Dubai ruler has announced the formation of a new council that will help map the vision for the emirate's next 50 years.

The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and French President have discussed the need to intensify international efforts to enhance security and stability in the region.

Schools in the UAE that follow the Ministry of Education's curriculum are set to reopen after the winter break on January 12.

One billion passengers have been ferried by Dubai's taxi service since it launched its services in 1995.

Former One Direction member Louis Tomlinson will perform at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena next year.