The UAE is chairing the Virtual Global Taskforce (VGT), an international alliance created to combat online child sexual abuse. It’s taking over the rotating presidency from the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for the next three years. The VGT consists of law enforcement agencies and private sector partners. The UAE, represented by the Ministry of Interior, officially became a member in May 2010.
UAE Floating Hospital continues to treat Gaza residents
The UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, continues to support and care for Palestinian residents of Gaza. Surgical, therapeutic, and humanitarian aid is being given to patients affected by the conflict.
Sharjah Public Library allocated AED 2.5 million for new books
The Sharjah Public Library has been allocated AED 2.5 million to buy new children's titles from publishers at the 15th annual Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2024).
UAE President praises Armed Forces on 48th Unification Day
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a statement to the UAE Armed Forces expressing his thanks and appreciation as the nation celebrates the 48th anniversary of the unification of the UAE Armed Forces.
Dubai surgeons remove world’s largest adrenal tumour
Dubai Health has announced the successful removal of the world's largest adrenal tumour during a four-hour procedure at Dubai Hospital.
Stranded hiker rescued from Hatta mountains
A tourist who suffered severe exhaustion and high blood pressure while hiking in the Hatta mountains, has been airlifted to safety by Dubai Police.
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Broadcasting every weekday, Georgia Tolley goes beyond the headlines to speak to government ministers, decision makers, analysts and local experts to find out how the news will impact those of us living in the UAE.
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John Lyons of Espace Real Estate says there is a slight slowdown in the property market during summer. So we asked him, does this mean prices are negotiable during the summer months?
Lawyer Rebecca Kelly of Clyde & Co. explained why UAE judicial authorities are setting up new offices to deal with financial crime, including money laundering.
Airalo - an eSim company disrupting telco's roaming revenues, has raised $60 million in funding including investment from our own e&.
It sounds like an episode of The Jetsons, but the sight of flying taxis whizzing around our cities could be much closer than you think.
The UAE has said that tougher penalties will come into force from 1st August for not keeping proper corporate tax records.
