Police in Abu Dhabi have given a critically ill teenager the chance to fulfil her dream.
They flew 14-year-old Halima Al Balooshi on a helicopter from Al Tawam Hospital in Al Ain to a luxury beach resort, where she enjoyed the sunshine and sound of the waves.
Halima had dreamed of being a mermaid and said she'd use the experience to give her the strength to continue on her recovery.
Dubai announces road closures for UAE Tour Women
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) are warning motorists of road closures until 4:30 pm on Friday as riders from the UAE Tour Women 2026 pass through the city.
110 Elite police teams take part in UAE SWAT Challenge
As many as 110 elite police teams from 48 countries will compete in the seventh edition of the UAE SWAT Challenge.
Sheikh Abdullah says UAE hosted 'productive' second round of trilateral talks
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has underscored that the second round of trilateral talks between Russia, Ukraine and the US in Abu Dhabi has presented positive results.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan launches driverless taxi operations in Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has launched the official operations of fully autonomous RT6 taxi vehicles in Dubai, developed by Baidu Apollo Go.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed discusses cooperation with Caribbean leaders
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has discussed cooperation with presidents and prime ministers from the Caribbean region at the World Governments Summit.
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