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The UAE has secured Israel's commitment to stop the annexation of Palestinian territories in order to sustain efforts to achieve a two-state solution.

Sunday, August 23 will be an official paid holiday for private-sector employees in the UAE to mark the Hijri New Year.

The UAE and Israel have agreed to the full normalisation of diplomatic relations.

The registration of volunteers for the UAE's #4humanity vaccination programme has been suspended temporarily.

No COVID-19 related deaths have been reported in the UAE for the second consecutive day.

The UAE has sent another aid plane to Lebanon carrying around 100 tonnes of essential supplies.

Dubai is taking further measures to turn into a bicycle-friendly city.

The UAE's phase III trials of an inactivated vaccine for COVID-19 has reached the target of 15,000 volunteers in less than a month.

Emirates has launched an air bridge between Dubai and Lebanon, dedicating more than 50 flights over the next few weeks to deliver emergency relief support.

The Hijri New Year holiday for federal entities has been announced.

Dubai has shut 107 food outlets for violating safety guidelines set by the health authorities to limit the spread of COVID-19.

His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has called on all Arab countries to stand up and support the Lebanese people in their ordeal.

Many A-level students across the UAE have received their results on Thursday morning.

Abu Dhabi's iconic landmarks lit up with the #CommitToWin logo on Wednesday night.

The UAE has launched a new global initiative to train one million paramedics remotely.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has shared an inspirational message, coinciding with International Youth Day on August 12.

The UAE has announced 246 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 63,212.

The UAE has dispatched more medical aid to Lebanon to help with emergency relief efforts in Beirut.

Passengers flying on Etihad Airways from Abu Dhabi are now required to present a negative COVID-19 certificate before departure.

Starting today, residents returning to the UAE will not need entry permits issued by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) to fly home.

Starting August 16, passengers flying out of Dubai will need to get their rapid tests before reaching the airport.

Police in Fujairah are seeking the public’s help to find a Pakistani man, who has been missing from his home in the emirate.

The Dubai Health Authority's Cord Blood and Research Centre have received 72 electronic registration requests from pregnant women who want to store their cord blood stem cells.

The Beit Al Khair Society says three million people have benefitted from its overall spending in the first half of 2020.

Abu Dhabi's Department of Health says the suspension of International Patient Care will continue, with the exception of urgent cases that cannot be treated in the UAE.

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The UAE has confirmed 262 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 62,966.

The UAE's COVID-19 vaccine trial is expanding to Bahrain, where a new centre has opened to receive volunteers.

Two new COVID-19 testing centres have opened in Fujairah.

More than 28.7 million passengers used public taxis in Abu Dhabi during the first half of this year.

The UAE reiterated its support for the people of Lebanon during a virtual briefing by the United Nations on the humanitarian situation in the country following the Beirut explosion.

A new AED300-million medical facility to conduct research on communicable diseases has been launched in Dubai.

PCR tests are the most reliable when it comes to diagnosing COVID-19 in patients.

Her Highness Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, the wife of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al-Qasimi, member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced an emergency aid campaign for Beirut.

Laser-based DPI testing for COVID-19 is being expanded for people entering Abu Dhabi at selected drive-through screening centres in several Emirates.

Tests are underway at Sharjah's Al Qarayn Health Centre in the world’s first Phase III clinical trials of an inactivated vaccine to combat COVID-19.

Emiratis and UAE residents are being asked to help Lebanon following last week's devastating explosion by signing up for the volunteers' programme.

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The increase in COVID-19 cases in the UAE is associated with private gatherings held at homes.

There are 179 new cases of COVID-19 in the UAE, which brings the total number of cases to 62,704.

The Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship (ICA) has issued a decision to extend the deadline of expired entry permits and visas by one more month starting from August 11.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler's Representative in Al Dhafra Region and Chairman of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has directed the ERC to sponsor orphans and the families of victims of the Beirut Port explosion.

A philanthropist has paid for the flight tickets of 23 inmates in Dubai.

Employees were safely evacuated after a fire broke out in a Dubai Duty Free (DDF) warehouse located in the Umm Ramool area.

Cold calls from property dealers could soon be a thing of the past, thanks to a new initiative launched by the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

Motorists in the capital are being warned about the risks of jumping red signals.

The UAE has reaffirmed all possible support to the people of Lebanon following the recent explosion in Beirut.

Staff and students of private schools in Sharjah will have to test negative for COVID-19 before returning to classrooms.

The UAE is planning to launch a locally-developed navigation satellite next year, followed by a more advanced version in 2022.

Sharjah is launching a major initiative to document the developments in Arabic language over the past 17 centuries.

Abu Dhabi Police is warning residents about fake employment ads on the internet.

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In-car separators have been removed from Dubai's taxis and Careem rides.

Dubai has welcomed back Lebanese residents after a deadly explosion rocked Beirut last week.

The UAE has announced 225 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 62,525.

Dubai Municipality has fined 133 cafes and closed eight others for violating health and safety guidelines.

Government entities in Dubai will implement flexible working hours from Sunday, August 16.

A UAE resident who participated in the ongoing clinical trials for a COVID-19 vaccine has called on others to do the same to support the fight against the pandemic.

Authorities in the UAE have helped reunite a Yemeni Jewish family who endured 15 years of separation.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi are taking further steps to provide medical assistance to senior citizens and those suffering from chronic diseases.

Dubai Police handled as many as 11,685 inquiries on their social media channels during the first half of this year.

A plane from the UAE carrying 40 tonnes of essential supplies has landed in Beirut to support the victims of the massive explosion that struck the city on Tuesday.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces has extended his condolences to India over the plane crash and recent floods.

The UAE has announced 239 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 62,300.

The data recorders of the Air India Express flight from Dubai that skidded off the runway while landing at Kozhikode airport on Friday have been recovered.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened five new bridges leading to the Deira Islands project.

Dubai Police will be hosting the first World Police Summit in March 2022.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi put out a major fire that broke out in a residential tower on Friday night.

An Air India Express flight from Dubai skidded off the runway while landing at Kerala's Kozhikode on Friday.

More than 400,000 residential customers have enrolled in Dubai’s ‘My Sustainable Living Programme’.

The UAE has announced 216 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 62,061.

Citizens and residents of Al Ain city have expressed their appreciation for the UAE leadership’s efforts to ensure their health and safety.

Dubai Police officer praised for turning down a bribe in exchange for the release of a wanted cybercriminal who had been arrested.

DP World has donated AED367,250 to the Lebanese Red Cross to support the charitable organization in its life-saving efforts after an explosion at Beirut Port rocked the city.

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The UAE has announced 239 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 61,845.

Authorities in the UAE have reported a 30 per cent rise in new COVID-19 cases among Emirati nationals in recent days.

The UAE's KhalifaSat has captured images of Beirut before and after the deadly explosion.

The trials for a COVID-19 inactivated vaccine in the UAE have reached a key milestone.

As many as 13,759 fines were handed out to motorists in Abu Dhabi during the first half of this year for tailgating.

Volunteers for the third phase of the COVID-19 vaccine trial will be free to move around the country without the need for a PCR test.

Shisha cafes in Ajman are set to reopen on Sunday, August 9, as long as they comply with the government's precautionary measures.

Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union and the Honorary President of the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC), has donated AED 10 million to Lebanon.

As many as 96 firefighters were involved in tackling the blaze that erupted at the Ajman Public Market.

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The UAE has pledged urgent humanitarian assistance to those affected by the explosion at Beirut port.

A major fire has broken out at a market in Ajman Industrial Area.

The UAE has sent emergency medical assistance to Lebanon to help healthcare facilities treat victims of the explosions in Beirut.

Dubai's plans and preparations for the new academic year have been reviewed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council.

Clinical trials for the UAE's COVID-19 vaccine are gaining momentum with two senior health officials receiving their second shots.

The number of people recovering from COVID-19 continues to rise in the UAE.

Students in Dubai can opt for distance learning when schools reopen for the new academic year.

There's now a dedicated centre in Sharjah to receive volunteers for the third phase of trials for a COVID-19 vaccine.

UAE leaders have offered their condolences to the people of Lebanon after a huge blast rocked central Beirut, killing more than 70 people and injuring nearly 4,000.

Hundreds of food establishments were inspected in Dubai during the Eid Al Adha period to ensure compliance with hygiene and safety guidelines.

Dubai Courts are in the final phase of relocating their Labour and Execution Court to new premises in Al Awir.

The UAE Embassy in Beirut has advised Emirati citizens to stay away from the scene of the blast that rocked Lebanon's capital on Tuesday night.

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New health and safety guidelines have been issued in Abu Dhabi for conducting funerals and related prayers.

The UAE has announced 189 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 61,352.

New high-resolution satellite photos of Abu Dhabi and Dubai have been captured by KhalifaSat.

Thousands of prisoners in Dubai have returned to their home countries, thanks to the efforts of local authorities who funded their air tickets.

Enhanced screening and precautionary measures have helped reduce the extent of new COVID-19 cases in the emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Emirates Airline will soon resume passenger services to Kuwait City (August 5) and Lisbon (August 16).

Etihad Airways, the UAE's national carrier, has launched special protective wear for its First and Business class travellers.

A seven-member gang has been arrested in Abu Dhabi following an intense operation over the last four months.

Children under the age of two and people with breathing difficulties have been advised against wearing face masks.

The UAE has reached a 90 per cent recovery rate for COVID-19, which is among the highest in the world.

There are 164 new cases of COVID-19 in the UAE, which brings the total number of cases to 61,163.

The National Screening Programme in Abu Dhabi is continuing its free, door-to-door COVID-19 testing in the capital.

A healthcare app in Abu Dhabi has provided more than 7,500 remote consultations over the last three months.

Cloth or surgical masks can both be used to protect against the coronavirus.

Officials in the UAE are warning people against falling prey to false advertisements that claim their products can protect against the coronavirus.

There is no scientific evidence that suggests that COVID-19 can be transmitted through swimming pools.

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Sharjah reopens all public beaches from Monday, August 3.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has chaired the first UAE Cabinet at the Presidential Palace on Monday.

Two COVID-19 testing centres have opened in Dibba, Fujairah.

No traffic-related deaths have been recorded in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has set August 31 as the deadline to submit entries for the second edition of the Dubai World Self-Driving Transport Challenge.

Police in Abu Dhabi received more than 26,000 phone calls on its emergency hotline during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

More than 275,000 Indian citizens in the UAE have flown back home since the start of India's repatriation programme in May.

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The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) said a further 42,428 tests had been carried out nationwide.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has commended the success made by Emirati cadres in operating the Unit 1 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.

The Fujairah Police have honoured an Emirati citizen for saving a man's life.

Passengers flying into the UAE can now get their COVID-19 tests done at locally approved centres.

A tourist stranded atop Ras Al Khaimah's Ghaleila mountain has been airlifted to safety.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the successful launch of the Barakah nuclear plant.

The launch of Unit 1 of the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant represents a historic achievement for the UAE.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) said a further 43,268 tests had been carried out nationwide.

The UAE leaders on Friday hosted a special reception for the Emirati team behind the Hope Probe Mars Mission at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE on Friday sent an aid plane containing 60 tonnes of medical supplies to Turkmenistan, bolstering the country’s efforts to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The UAE has announced 283 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 60,506.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have issued safety guidelines for those offering food and grocery delivery services in a bid to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.

The UAE has become the first country in the world to use police sniffer dogs to detect COVID-19 cases at the airports.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, wished the people of UAE a blessed Eid Al Adha.

The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince has congratulated President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.

Dubai police will use drones and patrols to monitor if beachgoers are complying with COVID-19 safety measures during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

Travellers heading to the UAE can now avail of a new online booking and payment system for government-approved COVID-19 tests.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has exchanged Eid Al Adha wishes with a number of Arab leaders.

The UAE has announced 302 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 60,223.

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Abu Dhabi has issued safety guidelines for public beaches and parks over the Eid holidays.

Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa will light up with Eid Al Adha greetings tonight in a special show to mark the advent of the festival.

The Dubai Crown Prince visited "hero" firefighters in the hospital after they suffered injuries while battling a warehouse blaze.

As many as 146 private schools in Abu Dhabi have been offering a 'developed' level of distance learning.

More than half of the residents in Abu Dhabi believe that life will 'return to normal' in the capital by the end of this year.

A baby, who's receiving critical treatment in a hospital in Abu Dhabi, is celebrating her first birthday soon.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, visited the Dubai Statistic Center.

SEHA has announced the revised operating hours for its COVID-19 National Screening Centers during the Eid holidays.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi are making it easier for volunteers to participate in the third phase of trials for a COVID-19 vaccine.

Sixty-three per cent of private schools in Sharjah received the highest possible rating during evaluations of online learning standards.

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More than two-thirds of private schools in Dubai have been offering a ‘developed’ level of distance learning.

The application process for tourist visas to Dubai has returned to its regular, pre-pandemic ways.

The UAE has announced 375 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 59,921.

The leader of a UK-based criminal gang, who is wanted in his country for drug trafficking and dealing in firearms, has been arrested in Dubai.

Emirates Airline is gearing up for a busy travel period this weekend for the Eid holiday.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has revised the working hours at all its hospitals, medical fitness centres and primary healthcare centres during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

Restaurants, coffee shops, cafes and other licensed food outlets in Abu Dhabi can now operate at 80 per cent capacity.

The public are being reminded against hosting or attending private gatherings during the Eid Al Adha holidays or face stiff penalties and legal action.

The Abu Dhabi Public Health Center (ADPHC) is conducting a new research study targeting all residents in Abu Dhabi.

India has announced it will be facilitating more repatriation flights for its citizens from the Gulf region.

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning about leaving children unattended in swimming pools.

The revised timings for customer happiness centres, public transportation and service centres have been announced ahead of the Eid Al Adha holidays.

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A firefighter died while tackling a blaze in Dubai on Tuesday.

Individuals employed in Ras Al Khaimah's hospitality sector are being tested for COVID-19 free-of-charge.

The UAE has announced 369 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 59,546.

Parking will be free across most public spaces in Dubai during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

There will be no change in fuel prices in the UAE next month.

City Walk is set to transform into an open-air art canvas for this year’s edition of Dubai Canvas.

Four people have been arrested in Sharjah for violating entry and hunting protocols at a nature reserve.

Around 47 members of five different families have been diagnosed with COVID-19.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced mandatory COVID-19 screening for people working in the tourism sector on a regular basis.

Motorists can enjoy free parking in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah during the Eid Al Adha holidays.

Health authorities in Dubai have reminded the public to follow a list of health and safety guidelines during Eid to ensure a healthy and happy celebration.

Health Authorities in Abu Dhabi have successfully manufactured a chemical solution that is a key component used in COVID-19 tests.

The UAE government says evidence indicates that the female immune system is more resilient against COVID-19 than the male system, due to genetic and hormonal factors.

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The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that there are 264 new cases of COVID-19 in the UAE.

The UAE has sent a third plane with six metric tons of medical supplies to Colombia.

The Ruler of Sharjah has announced that 283 prisoners will be pardoned ahead of Eid Al Adha.

The UAE has successfully conducted its first ever bone marrow transplant.

Twenty finalists have been named for a UAE-led initiative which honours startups that are helping solve some of the world’s pressing issues.

Families of frontline workers were in for a special surprise by the Abu Dhabi Police.

Authorities in Dubai are looking at further measures to make it easier and safer for people to use the dedicated cycling tracks in town.

A new roadmap to help future construction projects and mega-events lift safety standards is being created by Expo 2020.

If you are planning to fly to the UK or any of the European Union nations from the UAE, make sure you get tested for COVID-19.

A new digital platform is being used in Dubai to ensure that passengers are complying with social distancing rules on public buses.

Authorities in Sharjah are working to contain an oil spill along the coast of Kalba.

India's national carrier will operate more flights out of the UAE and other Gulf countries for its citizens who wish to return home.

The UAE has 351 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 58,913.

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Ajman has announced that all government employees will be returning to their offices on August 3.

The UAE has created a constructive and swift response to the challenges thrown by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Operations at Kibsons were suspended on Sunday after a forklift truck crashed into a cooling pipe at their warehouse.

Starting August 1, travellers from 29 countries will have to be tested twice if they wish to fly to Dubai.

As many as 203 prisoners in Dubai will be released ahead of Eid Al Adha.

A 'Young Economist Programme' has been launched in the UAE to nurture future leaders in the field of economics.

As many as 110 prisoners in Ras Al Khaimah have been pardoned ahead of Eid Al Adha.

Authorities in Dubai are taking further steps to revive the tourism sector.

The UAE has announced 313 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 58,562.

More than 10,000 people infected with COVID-19 have received treatment at the Pakistani-Emirati Military Hospital in the city of Rawalpindi.

As many as 15,588 drivers have been fined in the capital for flouting pedestrian crossing laws in the first six months of 2020.

New clinical trials for the third phase of the COVID-19 vaccine trial have begun in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE's Hope Probe team received a special welcome when they landed at the Abu Dhabi International Airport today.

His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, has ordered the release of 62 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha.

More public beaches and parks have been reopened in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafrah, with stringent safety rules in place.

The UAE has announced 261 new cases of COVID-19, taking the overall tally in the country to 58,249.

Anoud Abdul Rahman Al Nasser is the first Emirati woman to join the Section of Chemical Manifestation of Fingerprints of the Dubai Police’s General Department of Forensic Science and Criminology.

The French Space Agency has praised the UAE’s achievement with the launch of the Mars Hope Probe.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 515 prisoners in the UAE ahead of Eid Al Adha.

Abu Dhabi Police has taken legal action against 102 people for deliberately changing their COVID-19 test results, sent to them in messages, in order to enter Abu Dhabi.

The UAE has sent an aid plane carrying 12.5 tonnes of medical supplies and 500,000 COVID-19 rapid testing kits for 14 Caribbean island nations.

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