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The UAE will join the rest of the world in celebrating the annual International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8.

The World Government Summit is set to host a new international dialogue session on identifying future trends in a post-COVID-19 world.

Another 7,149 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a special message ahead of the International Women's Day which is marked on March 8.

The UAE's Ministerial Development Council has reviewed a number of proposed laws, initiatives and plans designed to raise the efficiency of the government.

The UAE has confirmed 2,613 new cases of COVID-19 from 234,763 tests.

Dubai Police have used 3D facial reconstruction technology to generate the image of a man who was found dead at sea.

As many 13,000 illegal residents have been moved out of family neighbourhoods in Sharjah as part of an ongoing campaign.

A man, who suffered multiple injuries following a bike accident in Abu Dhabi's Sweihan area, has been airlifted to safety.

Permits for Ramadan tents and Iftar gatherings for those in need have been cancelled in Ajman to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus but will be replaced with other meal options.

A retail outlet has been shut down and fined AED 5,000 by Ajman's Emergency, Crisis, and Disaster Management team for failing to comply with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) is continuing to provide additional humanitarian aid to parts of Sudan affected by the devastating floods that swept through a number of regions last year.

The UAE has confirmed 2,959 new cases of COVID-19 from 242,159 tests.

As many as 30,544 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Four food establishments have been closed in Al Barsha for flouting COVID-19 regulations.

Movie theatres in the UAE capital will resume operations at limited capacity, authorities announced on Saturday.

Coffee shops in Dubai have been directed to stop serving drinks in baby bottles.

Two model bus stations have come up at Oud Metha and Al Satwa in Dubai. Featuring unique designs, the stations offer integrated services for passengers such as retail outlets, restaurants, service points and offices.

Dubai resident Hamish Harding on Friday completed his expedition to the world’s lowest point and became the first human to traverse the entire Challenger Deep.

"In the race for excellence, there's no finishing line," highlights His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

Employees of a firm in Abu Dhabi have been arrested for attempting to bribe a police officer in the capital.

The UAE has confirmed 3,072 new cases of COVID-19 from 242,742 tests.

As many as 31,312 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

A Careem driver has been honoured for his honesty after he returned AED 900,000 in cash left behind by a passenger.

Traffic delays have been reported in Dubai's Palm Jumeriah on Friday after a car caught fire.

An Iraqi toddler has been administered a life-saving injection worth AED 8 million at Al Jalila Children's Specialty Hospital in Dubai.

Eight industrial facilities in the UAE capital have resumed operations after the detection of COVID-19 infections among its workforce forced its closure.

Four establishments have been shut down by Dubai Municipality for violating COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Dubai's Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) shut down three venues over a one-week period for flouting COVID-19 safety rules.

More than 6.2 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The UAE has confirmed 2,742 new cases of COVID-19 from 235,797 tests.

Ten people have been injured in an accident in Dubai after a bus driver dozed off and crashed into a metal barrier.

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) has launched a vaccination campaign for employees of 20 hotels located on The Palm Jumeirah.

The UAE says collaborative Arab action is needed to confront the challenges besetting the region, including the fight to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Dr Tarek Fathey has been appointed Group Chief Executive Officer at the Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA).

World Business Times has acknowledged Abu Dhabi's "Together We Are Good" programme, launched by Authority of Social Contribution – Ma'an, as a leading initiative in uniting the community during the pandemic.

A new report by the World Obesity Federation says being overweight is a highly significant predictor of dying or developing complications from COVID-19, including the need for intensive care.

Arab League (AL) foreign ministers have reaffirmed their commitment to asserting the UAE's sovereignty over its islands of Abu Mousa, Lesser Tunb and Greater Tunb, and condemned Iran's occupation.

A motorist involved in a hit-and-run incident was arrested by Umm Al Quwain Police within three hours of receiving the report.

Dubai Police have confiscated as many as 456 heavily modified cars and motorbikes.

Thirteen people have been fined in Sharjah for gathering in a non-designated area to play cricket.

More than 6.1 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The UAE has confirmed 2,692 new cases of COVID-19 from 218,351 tests.

Dubai Police General Command has received international recognition for its efforts in minimising the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its operations.

A restaurant has been shut down in Abu Dhabi's Al Mafraq Industrial City for not complying with food safety rules.

All valid Dubai residence visa holders aged 40 and above can now register to receive COVID-19 vaccination at Dubai Health Authority (DHA) facilities.

Authorities in Dubai have closed a facility and fined two others for violating safety protocols in place to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

People with ideas and projects to help combat the COVID-19 pandemic are being encouraged to take part in the Sharjah Police Open Innovation Awards.

A new hard-hitting anti-drugs drive is being launched by Abu Dhabi Police, targeting young people and their families.

More than 14,000 violations were committed last year by drivers of heavy duty vehicles in Dubai.

Tough penalties ranging from AED 50,000 to AED 5 million will be imposed by the UAE Ministry of Economy on the business sector to counter money laundering crimes and combat the financing of terrorism.

Dubai Municipality has confiscated large quantities of illegal tobacco and chewing stimulant paan during a raid in Ras Al Khor.

More than 46 per cent of people in the UAE have received the COVID-19 vaccine, including over 61 per cent of the country's elderly population.

The UAE and the Philippines have come to an agreement on resuming the recruitment of Filipino domestic workers.

Six establishments have been shut down by Dubai Municipality during the latest round of inspections that covered 2,386 outlets.

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority will soon grant cultural visas to 1,000 artists and creators from across the world.

As many as 66,539 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Authorities in Dubai have cancelled all permits for Ramadan tents this year as part of efforts to combat COVID-19.

It is mandatory for employees of certain commercial establishments in Ajman to take a COVID-19 PCR test every week.

The UAE has confirmed 2,721 new cases of COVID-19 from 225,159 tests.

Mohamed Mahmoud Al Khaja has presented his credentials as the first UAE Ambassador to the State of Israel to President Reuven Rivlin.

An IndiGo flight to Lucknow from Sharjah was diverted to Pakistan's Karachi airport on Tuesday after a medical emergency onboard.

Abu Dhabi’s health officials will be using artificial intelligence to examine the long-term impact of COVID-19 on residents.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has thanked the UAE for providing essential and lifesaving health services to those in-need in Yemen.

The UAE will chair the Arab League’s Permanent Committee for Legal Affairs.

The Dubai Health Authority’s (DHA) ‘Doctor for Every Citizen’ has benefited more than 88,000 people in 2020.

The UAE has airlifted urgent humanitarian aid and medical supplies to Sudan.

Officials at Dubai Economy (DED) shut down 10 establishments during the month of February for flouting COVID-19 safety measures.

As many as 7,956 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE has confirmed 2,526 new cases of COVID-19 from 175,033 tests.

Dubai Police are urging the public to watch out for online scammers posing as recruitment agents for domestic workers.

A team of Dubai Government volunteers is playing a commendable role in bringing relief to the families of people who have died from COVID-19.

New parking charges have been introduced around Dubai Frame and Dubai Garden Glow.

A new programme has been launched to provide people of determination with advice on nutrition and healthy living in Abu Dhabi.

Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation’s humanitarian and relief efforts have reached 90 countries.

Vehicle owners registered in Abu Dhabi are required to complete toll fee payments related to their DARB account before processing any transactions related to renewals.

Dubai Economy (DED) is once again encouraging the public to report any establishments violating COVID-19 safety measures in the emirate.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has formally started operating an enhanced version of the wooden Abra.

As many as 5,372 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The number of deaths from traffic accidents in Dubai fell by 62 per cent during the fourth quarter of 2020.

The UAE has confirmed 2,930 new cases of COVID-19 from 226,139 tests.

Fuel prices in the UAE are set to register an increase for the first time in 12 months.

An official UAE delegation, comprising senior officials from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MoCCAE), has participated in the fifth session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-5).

The UAE has welcomed the declaration of a ceasefire between the Indian and Pakistani armies across the disputed borders in Kashmir.

As new and emerging crimes pose challenges to law enforcement agencies worldwide, it's imperative that countries stand united in the fight to tackle them.

As the first batch of COVID-19 vaccines from the UAE arrived at the Gaza Strip, prominent names in Palestine have thanked the country for supporting their health sector in the fight against coronavirus.

Dubai's health regulatory body is exploring ways to use Artificial Intelligence-powered devices to assist in remote patient monitoring.

The first phase of Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in the Egyptian capital Cairo has been completed under the Mohammed bin Rashid Global Initiatives (MBRGI).

Dubai Municipality has closed three laundries for violating the COVID-19 guidelines.

The UAE has confirmed 3,434 new cases of COVID-19 from 185,599 tests.

The UAE expressed its support for the Saudi Arabian foreign ministry’s statement regarding Jamal Khashoggi.

As many as 81,790 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE will now use dogs and modern technology to detect drugs and explosives arriving at ports.

Authorities in Dubai have honoured four drivers from the public transport system for their honesty and good morals.

Khalifa Saeed Suleiman will serve as head of ceremonies for the Vice President and Prime Minister with the rank of Minister.

Hamad Mubarak Al Shamsi, former Secretary General of the Supreme Petroleum Council, has been appointed as Minister of State in the UAE Government.

Dubai has announced the extension of COVID-19 safety measures until the start of Ramadan in mid-April to curb the spread of coronavirus.

The UAE’s Ministry of Justice has announced the closure of customer happiness centres in Dubai as a part of the government’s drive towards digitisation of services.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, was seen greeting the UAE Tour cyclists as they completed Stage 6 in the city on Friday.

Dubai landmarks lit up to honour Kuwait on the country's 60th National Day.

Two outlets in Dubai have been shut for flouting COVID-19 health and safety protocols as authorities step up inspections to curb the spread of coronavirus.

The UAE has confirmed 3,498 new cases of COVID-19 from 187,176 tests.

As many as 87,263 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

As Dubai hosts Stage 6 of the UAE Tour today, a number of roads will be temporarily closed.

Al Gurm Corniche, which overlooks Abu Dhabi's Mangrove National Park, has reopened with stunning new features.

Two Emirati brothers, aged 27 and 17, have died after their car skidded off the Emirates Bypass road in Ras Al Khaimah.

All public and private schools as well as nurseries in Sharjah will continue with 100 per cent distance learning until the end of the spring semester.

Dubai is set to become one of the first cities in the world to implement digital verification of travellers' medical records related to COVID-19 testing and vaccination.

Two establishments have been fined in Dubai for not complying with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

More than 5.8 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The UAE has confirmed 3,025 new cases of COVID-19 from 195,866 tests.

Access to COVID-19 vaccine appointments in Dubai could open up to all members of the community "some time in March".

Al Mankhool Street in Bur Dubai area has been renamed in honour of the late Kuwaiti Emir, Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

In a bid to support international COVID-19 testing efforts, the Abu Dhabi health sector has opened up its labs to accommodate samples from other countries.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has reaffirmed the UAE's determination to ensure the security and stability of Yemen.

Four establishments in Dubai have been shut for flouting COVID-19 health and safety protocols as Dubai Municipality steps up inspections to curb the spread of coronavirus.

Several landmarks in Abu Dhabi's Yas Island lit up in blue in honour of Kuwait as the country marks its 60th National Day today.

Ninety-three per cent of all Dubai private schools are complying with the government's health and safety protocols.

A bank in the UAE has alerted about a new scam that targets those seeking to get their airline tickets refunded due to pandemic-imposed travel restrictions.

A five-month seasonal ban on shark fishing in the UAE waters comes into effect on March 1, as part of efforts to "preserve ecosystems and marine life".

The 2021 UAE ministerial retreat concluded on Wednesday with a new edition of the National Agenda and strategic projects to boost the country’s competitiveness and speed up development in the next 50 years.

The UAE will celebrate the 60th National Day of Kuwait on February 25, emphasising the close ties and strategic partnership between the two countries.

As many as 93,199 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE has confirmed 3,102 new cases of COVID-19 from 179,229 tests.

It is mandatory for employees of food establishments in Sharjah to take a COVID-19 PCR test every two weeks.

No aircraft, registered in the UAE or abroad, using the PW4000 engines operate within the country's airspace, the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) confirmed on Wednesday.

A number of roads in Dubai will be temporarily closed on Friday as the city hosts Stage 6 of the UAE Tour.

The UAE has topped the Middle East and North Africa region rankings in the World Bank’s ‘Women, Business and the Law’ (WBL) 2021 report.

The UAE Cabinet has approved the establishment of an executive office to combat money laundering and terrorism financing.

The four remaining candidates battling to become the UAE's next astronauts are undergoing strenuous tests as they compete to secure the two coveted roles.

The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has updated the guidelines for the discharge and de-isolation of people with COVID-19, or their contacts.

The UAE government retreat to plan the country's next 50 years started on Tuesday.

Cafes and restaurants in Ajman are now closing at 11:00 pm every night to curb the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

The fourth stage of the UAE Tour gets underway in Ras Al Khaimah on Wednesday, bringing some disruption for motorists.

Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has called on parents to take note of the changes in age requirements for children planning to join school, the next academic year (2021-2022).

More field hospitals will be set up in the UAE as part of the country's preventive measures against the COVID-19 pandemic.

The UAE's leaders honoured the Emirates Mars Mission "Hope Probe" team during the ministerial retreat at Bab Al Shams on Tuesday.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has approved a 10-week interval between the two doses of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

The UAE is steadily and confidently progressing towards shaping a better future for its people over the next 50 years.

The UAE has confirmed 3,005 new cases of COVID-19 from 175,284 tests.

More than 5.6 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

A new COVID-19 vaccination centre has opened in Abu Dhabi's Masdar City.

Health authorities in the UAE are keeping a close watch on the different variants of the COVID-19 virus that are being reported globally.

Abu Dhabi has updated its list of countries for passengers who do not have to quarantine on arrival in the UAE.

The UAE has strongly condemned an attack on a UN World Food Programme (WFP) convoy near Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) province of North Kivu.

DhabiSat, the UAE satellite designed and developed by Khalifa University students, has arrived and been picked up by a robotic arm at the International Space Station (ISS).

A top official at Pfizer Gulf has commended the UAE and the Dubai Health Authority for being great collaborators in launching the COVID-19 Pfizer-BionTech vaccine.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has visited King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain at his Abu Dhabi residence.

Official delegations representing the UAE and Qatar met in Kuwait on Monday.

A new fast-track system launched at Dubai Airports will help passengers complete passport control procedures within seconds.

The UAE leaders will meet with cabinet ministers on Tuesday to brainstorm about how the next 50 years will look like for the country.

As many as 3,451 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

As many as 1,090 students have been trained to become 'Safety Ambassadors' of Dubai Police.

The UAE has confirmed 2,105 new cases of COVID-19 from 156,430 tests.

The Philippine Overseas Labour Office in Dubai has been temporarily closed for two days after a suspected exposure to COVID-19.

Two more COVID-19 testing centres have been added to the Dubai Health Authority's (DHA) list of facilities offering the service.

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) has announced the start of a major maintenance operation at Bridge 3 on the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road in Sharjah.

Abu Dhabi health officials are reminding vaccinated members of the community to be extra cautious as they can still be carriers of the COVID-19 virus and pass it on to vulnerable groups.

A new five-year agreement between the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Abu Dhabi Maritime aims to boost the waterways' safety and regulations.

Three establishments have been shut down by Dubai Municipality during the latest round of inspections to ensure compliance with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has held talks with several top military officials and ministers.

A hypermarket and a women's salon have been shut down in Sharjah for not complying with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

Nine hundred and fifty-one doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Sharjah’s Department of Civil Aviation (SDCA) has confirmed that a Turkish cargo plane, which took off from Sharjah airport, landed at its destination safely, after it was hit by a slight malfunction.

The UAE has confirmed 2,250 new cases of COVID-19 from 197,701 tests.

UAE leaders have been meeting King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain at his residence in Abu Dhabi.

As many has 26 establishments in Dubai have been pulled up for flouting COVID-19 safety rules.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) says penalties for schools breaking the pandemic protocols range from AED 10,000 to 250,000.

Another milestone has been acheived in the UAE's space sector with the launch of the DhabiSat satellite.

Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has launched a Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training programme as part of the Heart Safest City project.

The International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEX) along with the Naval Defence and Maritime Security Exhibition (NAVDEX) get underway in Abu Dhabi today.

The UAE has confirmed 3,158 new cases of COVID-19 from 165,357 tests.

As many as 86,560 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

About 26 scuba divers suffering from decompression sickness have been treated at Dubai Police Health Centre.

AED 2 billion project to widen the Dubai- Al Ain Road is 60 per cent complete now, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said.

Narcotics worth AED 25 million have been seized by Ras Al Khaimah Police last year.

All schools and establishments in the UAE have been told to report COVID-19 cases to the health authorities.

A supermarket has been shut down for violating the COVID-19 regulations in Umm Al Quwain (UAQ).

Light rainfall has hit different parts of Abu Dhabi this morning.

Drones could be seen flying over Sharjah on Friday as a part of the massive COVID-19 awareness programme.

The UAE has confirmed 3,140 new cases of COVID-19 from 169,526 tests.

As many as 93,101 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has held talks with Sudan's foreign minister Mariam Al-Sadiq Al-Mahdi.

Police in Abu Dhabi are once again highlighting the dangers of reckless driving.

An Air India Express flight from Sharjah to the Indian city of Kozhikode was diverted to Thiruvanthapuram on Friday after the aircraft developed a technical snag.

Umm Al Quwain Police have dismissed a widely circulated social media video that claims to capture a murder being carried out in the Emirate as "fake".

Four establishments have been shut down in Dubai for not complying with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

A travel agency has been shut down in Dubai for offering COVID-19 PCR testing services.

As many as 89,324 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE has confirmed 3,294 new cases of COVID-19 from 171,667 tests.

Six people were injured in five different accidents on Dubai's roads in the last 48 hours.

Sarah Al Amiri, the UAE's Minister of State for Advanced Technology, has been featured on Time Magazine’s list of the Next 100 Most Influential People in the World.

Ras Al Khaimah is the latest emirate to make COVID-19 PCR test results mandatory for individuals visiting police stations or police service centres.

Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA) operated facilities offering the COVID-19 vaccine will now be open for appointments on weekdays only.

Restaurant 1484 By Puro, located on Ras Al Khaimah's Jebel Jais mountain, has temporarily suspended services, citing "strengthened restrictions" to combat the spread of COVID-19.

A fire broke out after two vehicles collided on Dubai's Ras al Khor Road on Wednesday night.

A factory making counterfeit hand sanitiser has been raided by Abu Dhabi Police.

The UAE's Federal Public Prosecution has reiterated that it is mandatory for individuals infected with COVID-19 to inform the health authorities.

The UAE's General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has cleared Boeing 737 MAX planes to fly again in the country's airspace.

Two establishments have been shut down and five others have been fined during the latest round of inspections by Dubai Municipality.

The UAE has confirmed 3,452 new cases of COVID-19 from 185,502 tests.

More than 5.2 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Dubai’s public transport network continues to attract high passenger numbers despite the challenges triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has changed the timings of its Primary Health Care Centres.

The UAE’s Mars mission (Hope Probe) has enhanced the UAE’s soft power and its efforts to revive the knowledge hub status of the Islamic world as it used to be in the past, according to academic experts.

Authorities in Dubai have pulled up 10 business establishments for flouting health and safety protocols that have been put in place to combat the spread of COVID-19.

The Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED) has closed 354 business facilities as inspectors enforce directives and precautionary measures to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.

New aerial and marine conservation surveys along Fujairah's coast have revealed the presence of the Striped Dolphin, a species only recorded twice before in the UAE.

More than 40 per cent of people in the UAE have received the COVID-19 vaccine, including nearly half of the country's elderly population.

A digital school for refugee children at the Emirati-Jordanian Mrajeeb Al Fhood Camp is being piloted ahead of September's first intake of pupils.

Abu Dhabi Police have issued new warnings as fog envelopes many areas again this morning.

Four establishments have been shut down by Dubai Municipality for violating COVID-19 precautionary measures.

A specialised centre will be established in Dubai to rehabilitate juvenile delinquents and reintegrate them into society.

Emergency response teams were quick on the scene after a car caught fire on Dubai-Al Ain road on Tuesday evening.

As many as 111,890 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

A new shipment of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine has arrived in Dubai.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has congratulated China after its spacecraft entered the orbit around Mars.

Tighter restrictions and additional precautionary measures have been announced in Umm Al Quwain as part of measures to curb the spread of COVID-19.

The UAE has confirmed 3,236 new cases of COVID-19 from 193,163 tests.

A tourism camp has been shut down in Dubai for hosting a gathering that violated COVID-19 precautionary measures.

The UAE's Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure is implementing development projects worth AED 11.8 billion.

Dubai Municipality has ordered the closure of 32 food establishments for violating COVID-19 safety rules, in addition to issuing warning notices to 472 outlets since the start of the year.

Etihad Airways and Emirates Airline have joined forces with the UNICEF Humanitarian Airfreight Initiative to prioritise the transport and delivery of vaccines and medical supplies to help fight the pandemic.

The UAE has reiterated its commitment to cooperate with African partners in the pursuit of stability and prosperity throughout the continent at a regional gathering in Chad.

A woman has been rescued after she fell from Jebel Hafeet, one of the nation's highest mountains.

His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa of Bahrain has arrived on a private visit to the UAE.

Motorists are being warned to take care on another foggy morning in the UAE, as speed restrictions are enforced on the roads.

Officials at Dubai Tourism have stepped up inspection campaigns to ensure compliance with COVID-19 precautionary measures.

As many as 31,604 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have updated the reopening policies and guidelines for private schools as in-classroom learning resumed in the emirate for students across all grades on Sunday.

Six establishments have been shut down by Dubai Municipality during the latest round of inspections that covered more than 2,500 outlets.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, received Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky at Zabeel Palace on Monday.

In yet another Guinness World Record set in Dubai, a renowned British artist and philanthropist has won the title of ‘The Largest Art Canvas’ in the world.

The UAE has confirmed 3,123 new cases of COVID-19 from 162,774 tests.

Global Village has broken yet another Guinness World Records™ title - this time for the "Largest Mosaic using stuffed toys."

No major accidents were reported on Dubai's roads on Monday morning despite the thick fog that blanketed large parts of the emirate.

Saqer and Shamma may not look like regular recruits, but they sure know how to communicate effectively.

A new study by G42 Healthcare-YouGov has found that 76 per cent of people in the UAE believe that the COVID-19 vaccines will bring life back to normal in a year.

Etihad Airways has partnered with UAE-based designers to upcycle obsolete aircraft cabin interiors into pieces of art, as an environmentally friendly alternative of dealing with waste.

As many as 14 establishments in Dubai have been pulled up for not complying with the safety measures put in place to combat the spread of COVID-19.

Sheikh Abdullah bin Mohamed Al Hamed, Chairman of the Department of Health – Abu Dhabi (DoH), has commended the sector's efforts to fight the spread of COVID-19.

Dubai Police have impounded 20 cars and motorbikes for causing noise and disturbance.

Speed limits are being reduced to 80 kilometres per hour by Abu Dhabi Police as another heavy fog descends on the roads.

The UAE's first Ambassador to Israel has been sworn-in.