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The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Muscat, marking the start of his two-day state visit to Oman.

Etihad Airways has relaxed its rules around facemasks on board its flights.

Saturday, October 8 will be a holiday for private-sector employees in the UAE to mark the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH).

Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai have updated their COVID-19 protocols regarding the wearing of face masks on board.

A UAE delegation has attended the state funeral of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in Tokyo.

Dubai's DP World has pledged logistics support and donated $2.5 million to help people in flood-ravaged Pakistan.

Wearing a facemask is no longer mandatory in most public spaces across the UAE, including educational institutions.

Sharjah has launched a census to help the Emirate's policymakers gain a better understanding of the change in demographics and identify segments that need support.

Wearing a facemask has been made optional in educational institutions in the UAE.

It will be another foggy start to the day in some parts of the UAE on Tuesday, with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) warning of reduced visibility on the roads.

The UAE and Malaysia have held talks on taking their bilateral relations to the next level.

The UAE government will hold a special COVID-19 media briefing on Monday.

The UAE has confirmed 342 new cases of COVID-19 from 218,610 tests in the past 24 hours.

Foggy conditions will hit parts of the UAE on Monday morning as authorities urge motorists to follow traffic regulations and speed reductions.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a two-day state visit to Oman on Tuesday.

All co-occupants staying in Dubai's residential units for a month or more must register under a new rule.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz looked at "joint efforts to tackle climate change" during their talks in Abu Dhabi's Al Shati Palace.

"International law must be applied consistently, without double standards or selectivity," stressed Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, during her address at the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The UAE has confirmed 355 new cases of COVID-19 from 206,017 tests in the past 24 hours.

The Abu Dhabi police and Abu Dhabi Civil Defense Authority controlled a fire caused by a gas cylinder explosion at a factory in the Abu Dhabi Industrial Zone.

Property owners, developers, management companies and tenants must register their family members or co-occupants against their Ejari contract in two weeks through the Dubai REST app.

Abu Dhabi Police announced a speed reduction to 100 km from Sheikh Zayed Bridge to Qasr Al Bahr Intersection in both directions as of Monday, September 26.

The UAE has confirmed 368 new cases of COVID-19 from 221,085 tests in the past 24 hours.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan led the messages of congratulations to Saudi Arabia on the Kingdom's 92nd National Day.

Watch out for partial closures along two major bridges and several roads in Abu Dhabi over the weekend.

Dubai Police and the European Police Agency 'Europol' have discussed ways to exchange expertise and best practices.

The UAE has confirmed 388 new cases of COVID-19 from 214,244 tests in the past 24 hours.

Residents in the UAE can look forward to cooler weather as the autumnal equinox officially marked the end of summer.

The UAE's Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant has successfully started up its Unit 3.

Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, Special Envoy for Climate Change, has emphasised the need for a just, affordable, and successful energy transition to drive both economic growth and climate action.

Abu Dhabi has unveiled a scholarship programme worth AED 1.9 billion, providing 6,000 Emirati students the opportunity to study in the US and Canada.

Judgments imposed on civil and financial cases in the England can now be enforced in the UAE.

Sharjah Police have seized 216 kg of drugs in a major operation carried out in coordination with their counterparts in Abu Dhabi and Umm Al Quwain.

The UAE has confirmed 372 new cases of COVID-19 from 233,095 tests in the past 24 hours.

An under-construction mosque has partially collapsed in Abu Dhabi City's Al Bateen area.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has reiterated the need to strengthen global partnerships after holding talks with a number of his counterparts in New York.

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa on Wednesday.

A highly advanced medical fitness centre for residence visa applications has opened at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC).

There's no greater testimony to the country's success story than the resounding vote of approval from its youth, said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Dubai has launched a major initiative aimed at accelerating the use of robotics and automation technologies in key economic sectors.

A Nepalese car wash worker turned a multi-millionaire overnight after winning the top prize of AED 10 million in the latest Mahzooz draw.

The first batch of female officers have joined the Command and Control Centre of Dubai Police.

Abu Dhabi Police have been sending out warnings via SMS instead of issuing fines to motorists involved in minor traffic violations.

The UAE has announced the establishment of the UAE Independent Climate Change Accelerators (UICCA) to drive the Emirates’ commitment towards net zero by 2050, during the New York Climate Week.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has met with the Presidential Leadership Council Chairman of Yemen, on the sidelines of the 77th UN General Assembly in New York.

The UAE has confirmed 366 new cases of COVID-19 from 199,022 tests in the past 24 hours.

The strength of the UAE's relationship with China came into special focus at the recently held joint ministerial meeting, ahead of the UN General Assembly.

The UAE's expanded visa and immigration rules will come into effect in early September, providing more flexibility and greater benefits.

The back-to-school COVID-19 protocols for private schools in Dubai remain unchanged.

The validity of the Green Pass on the UAE's AlHosn app has been reduced from 30 days to 14 days.

"A meeting of a lifetime". That’s how delivery rider Abdul Gafoor describes his meeting with Dubai’s Crown Prince.

If you are planning to carry any medicines for personal use while travelling to the UAE, make sure to double-check the type and quantity of drugs that you will be carrying as pre-approvals are required for certain substances.

Hamish Harding, a long-term Dubai resident will continue his mission to explore the most undiscovered places when he catches a flight to space this weekend.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has issued its guidelines for confirmed cases of Monkeypox and their close contacts.

The recent visa and economic reforms announced by the UAE government are luring more tenants to become homeowners.

UAE residents are increasingly opting for second passports, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have announced free public parking for the Eid holiday.

Expats in the UAE are being reminded to use only certified movers while planning their relocation after a former resident took to social media to flag a company for stalling the shipment of her belongings.

As the end of the academic year approaches, enterprising students can turn their attention to looking for a summer job and securing a teen work permit.

The Sharjah Press Club (SPC) of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has revealed the agenda for the 11th edition of the annual Sharjah Ramadan Majlis.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has launched an e-platform named SPHERE to strengthen early surveillance of future pandemics

The Department of Health-Abu Dhabi has announced the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is now available for walk-in citizens and residents.

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The 'Darb' toll system on Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed, Al Maqta and Mussaffah bridges have gone live today.