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Coronavirus: UAE reports 659 new Covid-19 cases, 419 recoveries, 3 deaths

More than 54,000 new Covid-19 tests have been carried out, the health ministry said. The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention on Thursday announced 659 new cases of Covid-19 infections and 419 cases of recovery. More than 54,000 new Covid-19 tests have...

Sale: Get up to 70% discount at Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai

Currently open from 10am to 10pm on weekdays, and until midnight at weekends. Ibn Battuta Mall is kicking off the 100 per cent reopening of Dubai's shopping malls with discounts of up to 70 per cent at dozens of stores. As...

Combating coronavirus: 132 nationalities join UAE Volunteers campaign

More than 13,100 resident volunteers supported the efforts of the frontline soldiers in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic, in addition to 5,555 citizens. As many as 18,740 volunteers of 132 nationalities enrolled in the UAE Volunteers national campaign in one month,...

Phase 6 of Abu Dhabi sanitisation drive, Covid-19 testing begins

Block 37 of Musaffah area of Abu Dhabi being targeted, with entry and exit restricted during programme. Phase 6 of the sanitisation programme and Covid-19 testing in the Musaffah area of Abu Dhabi will begin today with Block 37. The programme...

25-bed COVID-19 facility opened by Dubai Health authority near Rashid Hospital

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) announced the inauguration of a new 25-bed medical isolation facility for patients suspected of Covid-19 and for those who tested positive of the virus as a precautionary measure to tackle the pandemic. Housed in a different...

Islamic finance can heal Coronavirus pain

Over the last three months, the coronavirus pandemic and crisis associated with it has significantly slowed the Islamic finance economies. Islamic finance can play a vital role in navigating the economic disturbance brought by the coronavirus crisis on residents and...

COVID-19: Experience has made us better, stronger and faster says Sheikh Mohammed

The VP chaired a digital Cabinet meeting as staff of government offices are back to their office premises. His highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, on Sunday said “the experience of fighting with Covid-19 pandemic has made us stronger...

Now, without leaving your car shop at Dubai hotspots

The service helps customers to pick orders from their preferred stores through a no-contact 3-step procedure. On Sunday, Meraas launched a new contactless pick-up service, which will connect customers to their local retailers and restaurants across La Mer, City Walk,...

Dubai back to business: From June 1 DIFC Gate Avenue to reopen

The working hours of Dubai sterilization program is designed in line with federal directives.  The retail area within Dubai Financial Center, DFC Gate Avenue will be open for business on June 1, the news is declared by the DIFC Investments...

Second drive-in cinema opens in Dubai

After the recent launch of in-car movie theatre by VOX Cinema's Mall of the Emirates, Reel Cinemas at The Dubai Mall has inaugurated its Burj Khalifa silhouetted screen, opening for the public on May 30. The global coronavirus pandemic and...

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Sheikh Theyab Offers Condolences to Families of Fujairah Crash Victims

Sheikh Theyab met the injured and grieving relatives after a deadly crash in Fujairah that claimed 14 lives, including 10 Emiratis and four Indians. He conveyed his condolences and wished a speedy recovery to those harmed.

UAE Turns Waste Into Resources Through Biofuel, Textile and Food Initiatives

The United Arab Emirates is converting waste streams into valuable assets, from biofuel made from used cooking oil to organic fertilizers and textile recycling. New programs aim to cut landfill use and create economic opportunities.

Fujairah Crash Claims 14 Lives, Crown Prince Visits Bereaved Family

A massive crash on Fujairah’s Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Road resulted in 14 fatalities and 30 injuries. Crown Prince Sheikh Muhammad personally met the family of Siddique Thuppilikaat Moideen to express his sympathy.

UAE Cabinet Sets New Administrative Penalties for Non‑Muslim Worship Sites

The UAE Cabinet issued Resolution No. 172, introducing administrative penalties for non‑Muslim worship sites that violate the 2023 federal law. The measure details reporting, suspension, training and appeal processes.

US Strikes Iranian Sirik Tower, Iran Hits Bahrain Radar in Retaliation

The United States targeted a communications tower on Iran’s Sirik island with MQ‑1 drones. Iran responded by destroying a US‑installed radar on Bahrain’s island. Both sides claim drone involvement.