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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.

Police in Abu Dhabi have seized 1.5 tonnes of banned drugs and 1.2 million narcotic pills in multiple drug operations in 2019.

The UAE has called for restraint against further escalation after a US airstrike killed top Iranian military leader General Qassem Soleimani.

The world's tallest tower - the Burj Khalifa - is marking its 10th anniversary with a spectacular line-up of events today.

The UAE has condemned Turkey's decision to send military forces to Libya. 

The UAE has assigned $200 million to help to support small and medium-sized businesses in Pakistan.

If you still haven't registered your vehicle for the newly active toll gate system in the capital, don't worry, there's a three month grace period to give you more time.

The Abu Dhabi Crown Prince has landed in Islamabad on a one-day state visit.

Two teenagers have been killed and four more injured in a two-car collision in Ras Al Khaimah's Azan-Tawain Road on New Year's Day.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been voted the most prominent Arab leader of 2019.

It's now easier to get between Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.

The UAE will plant millions of trees around the world in countries affected by climate change.

More than two million people used public transport in Dubai during the New Year's Eve celebrations.

Abu Dhabi's road toll system is now in effect after a free trial period.

In 2019, Hollywood stars Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson and Zoe Saldana added glitz and glam to Dubai's spectacular tourism campaign.

Abu Dhabi’s new toll-gate system will be activated tomorrow and if you are someone who travels through the emirate on a regular basis, here are a few things to keep in mind.

In 2019, we learnt more about the World’s Greatest Show that is Expo 2020 Dubai.

The best golfers in the world once again descended on the UAE in 2019.

Last year sadly saw one of the worst road accidents that the UAE has ever witnessed.

The UAE's excise tax scheme was expanded in 2019, with sugary drinks and e-cigarettes coming under the radar.

Those who maintained a clean traffic record since February 2, 2019, stood a good chance of getting 100 per cent discount on fines accumulated before that date.

The 2019 edition of the Dubai Fitness Challenge saw not only more people commit to 30 minutes of exercise a day, but a few firsts as well.

This year saw a number of initiatives announced by the UAE to make it easier for expats to extend their stay here.

The UAE’s ambitious space programme reached a new milestone in 2019. 

Pope Francis created history in 2019 by being the first pontiff to visit the Arabian Peninsula.

As Dubai gears up for the New Year's Eve celebrations, authorities have put together an extensive plan to ensure the festivities run smoothly.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced that parking bays will be free to use on the first day of 2020.

As we gear up to bid goodbye to 2019 and welcome 2020, the UAE leaders have taken to Twitter to wish everyone a happy new year.

The UAE has been named the country with the world's Greatest Passport of the Decade.

UAE residents can now enter Uzbekistan for a period of 30 days or less without a pre-entry visa.

A Smart Impounding System has impounded more than 8,100 vehicles since its activation last year.

The UAE will be training around 500 medical and health professionals across the country to help residents quit smoking.

This year, Ras Al Khaimah is aiming to create history with its "first-of-a-kind" New Year’s Eve fireworks shows. 

An emergency helicopter crew of the Ras Al Khaimah Police has rescued an injured hiker from the mountains.

Most taxis will be stationed in selected pick up points for New Year's eve Dubai.

Speed limits have been temporarily adjusted on Abu Dhabi's roads due to the foggy weather conditions.

A vehicle has caught fire on Al Khail road heading towards Abu Dhabi.

The UAE has condemned an attempted terrorist operation in Saudi Arabia's Dammam city.

The UAE's Dar Al Ber Society has opened a masjid in Uganda's capital.

The UAE has made it to the top-5 list of most competitive countries in the world.

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