More than 3,300 children who were born to Emirati mothers and foreign fathers are now UAE nationals.
They've had their applications approved by the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship.
Children with local mothers and non-Emirati fathers are not automatically eligible for a UAE passport.
But a recent change in the law means they're allowed to apply for one once they turn six, instead of waiting until they're 18.
UAE mediates release of 540 Russia-Ukraine captives
The UAE has announced the success of a new mediation effort between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in the exchange of 540 captives, with 270 released from each side.
UAE President’s support advances global efforts to eradicate polio
The UAE has reaffirmed its commitment to global efforts to eradicate polio, highlighting its national success in keeping the country free of the disease since 1992.
UAE condemns shooting incident at Jordan church
The UAE has strongly condemned a shooting incident at Hamoud Church in Jordan’s Karak Governorate, which left several people dead and injured.
Dubai expands Gaza relief efforts with new air bridge
Dubai Humanitarian has launched a new air bridge to deliver winter aid to families in Gaza, under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
Ministry confirms tanker oil spill causing foul smell across UAE
The UAE's Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that an oil spill from a tanker is the reason for the foul smell that residents across Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain have been reporting, adding that there is no health risk associated with it.
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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.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
Does working from home kill productivity or can it benefit staff by giving them more flexibility and a better work/life balance?
Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
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