Watch out for a new food-related rumour doing the rounds on social media.
That's the message from Dubai Municipality, which has dismissed reports of Chinese white garlic being injected with the chemical substance "methyl bromide" to keep it looking fresh.
The rumours allege that the product is harmful to our nervous and respiratory system, but the authority has denied the claims.
It has also reiterated that all food shipments into the country go through proper safety checks.
UAE expands Gaza relief efforts with land, air deliveries
The UAE, in coordination with Jordan, has continued its humanitarian airdrop missions over Gaza under the 'Birds of Goodness' initiative.
UAE, India reinforce robust strategic partnership
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have held talks focused on deepening cooperation between the two nations.
Dubai steps up food safety with over 34,000 inspections
Dubai Municipality is reporting major progress in food safety for the first half of 2025.
UAE launches 'advertiser permit' to regulate social media promotions
All content creators will need a mandatory "advertiser permit" for social media promotions, whether paid or unpaid, the UAE Media Council announced on Wednesday.
UAE President welcomes UK PM's intention to recognise Palestinian state
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has welcomed the intention of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to recognise Palestinian statehood.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
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