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The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced that as part of the expansion of the eligibility criteria for COVID-19 vaccination, women who are breastfeeding as well as those who are planning to conceive can take the mRNA vaccine (Pfizer-BioNTech).

The ‘100 Million Meals’ campaign, which aims to provide food parcels to disadvantaged communities across 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, achieved 78% of its target within the first week of its launch.

The UAE Food Bank has launched a campaign to distribute 50,000 meals and food parcels to underprivileged individuals and families during Ramadan.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention has announced that 111,779 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine were given in the preceding 24 hours.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention announced 1,958 new cases of COVID-19 in the country on Saturday.

Dubai Police responded to 65 distress calls and helped warn thousands of sailors through its ‘Sail Safely’ service which was launched two years ago.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, launched the 'National Behavioural Reward Programme' on Saturday at Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened the Al Khawaneej Roads Improvement Project to vehicles on Saturday, which is expected to significantly improve traffic movement in the area.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has expressed his condolences to HRH Charles, Prince of Wales, the Heir Apparent to the British throne, over the sad passing of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.

The UAE has confirmed 1,843 new cases of COVID-19 from 198,135 tests.

Dubai Police have successfully cracked a murder case after they linked the recently recovered weapons to the six suspects in custody.

Many people in Jordan, Egypt and Pakistan have started receiving food parcels as part of the ‘100 Million Meals’ campaign that aims to support disadvantaged communities during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The US and UAE have reinforced their commitment to climate action ahead of next week's crucial summit in Washington DC.

Dubai recently launched the #WhosYourCabbie campaign to enable taxi riders appreciate and applaud the men behind the wheels.

A nine-year-old boy was in for a special treat when the Dubai Police squad fulfilled his wish to ride their luxury patrol car.

More than 9.4 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on Erbil International Airport in the Iraqi Kurdistan region.

The working hours for economic activities in Ajman have been extended until 4:00 am during Ramadan.

The UAE has confirmed 1,928 new cases of COVID-19 from 225,031 tests.

More than 9.3 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Anyone in the UAE collecting donations online without a licence faces a prison sentence and a fine of between AED 250,000 and 500,000.

As many as 1,863 e-scooters, motorbikes and bicycles were confiscated in Sharjah during the first quarter of this year.

The UAE has sent 36 tonnes of emergency medical and food assistance to support those affected by a recent terror attack in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province.

Abu Dhabi's Yas Mall is going to run a monthly "Quiet Hour" to improve the shopping experience for people with autism and other audio-sensory conditions.

The UAE Cabinet has approved a national strategy aimed at placing the country among the best in the world for attracting and retaining talent.

Inspections for compliance with the COVID-19 rules are being ramped up in outlets across Abu Dhabi during the Holy Month of Ramadan and the Eid holiday.

The UAE has confirmed 1,798 new cases of COVID-19 from 256,181 tests.

The UAE’s Ministry of Education has done away with exams for all private schools that follow the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum for the year 2020-2021.

Japan's ispace has signed a contract with the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) to provide payload delivery services for the ambitious Emirates Lunar Mission next year.

Nearly 9.3 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Authorities in India have announced changes to the Grade 10 and Grade 12 board exams conducted by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) over rise in COVID-19 cases.

Twelve beggars were arrested in Dubai on the first day of Ramadan.

Key UAE and Dubai government bodies have committed to the delivery structure of critical services and facilities to maximise preparedness to welcome the world to Expo 2020 Dubai.

His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has ordered the release of 93 prisoners on the occasion of the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The UAE's Federal Youth Authority (FYA) has highlighted the role of young people in helping break the chain of COVID-19 infection.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has exchanged greetings with several heads of state to mark the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Environmental penalties in Ras Al Khaimah are being reduced by 50 per cent throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have intensified testing campaign in multiple parts of the city.

The COVID-19 testing procedures have been updated for passengers arriving at Sharjah International Airport.

The Dubai Fertility Centre has a new headquarters.

Bonuses of more than AED 14 million will be paid to the Emirati owners of taxi number plates in Dubai.

Another 118,805 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Paid parking system has been activated across 149 spaces in Sector 8C, near Al Ain Museum.

The UAE has confirmed 2,022 new cases of COVID-19 from 266,023 tests.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent congratulatory messages to the Kings, Emirs and Presidents of Arab and Islamic nations on the advent of the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Dubai Municipality has set up a service to limit the spread of rumours during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi have announced the partial closure of Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed from Thursday, April 15.

A warning has been issued by Abu Dhabi Police against scammers who pretend to be victims of fraud and beg for money directly or via social media sites and "chat" apps during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The Grand Mufti at the Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department in Dubai has issued a fatwa allowing the donation of Zakat money to the "100 Million Meals" campaign during Ramadan.

The first day of the holy month of Ramadan will be Tuesday, April 13.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has tweeted an update on preparations for Expo 2020 Dubai.

As many as 553 prisoners in Dubai have been pardoned ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.

A strategic road in Indonesia has been named after His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces.

As many as 32,479 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

Dubai is set to become the first location outside the US to operate 'Cruise' driverless vehicles.

The UAE has confirmed 1,928 new cases of COVID-19 from 139,896 tests.

Less than 24 hours after it was launched, more than half a million meals have been donated to the '100 Million Meals' campaign.

The UAE’s moon-sighting committee will be meeting virtually on Monday, April 12 after maghrib prayer to indicate the start of the holy month of Ramadan.

Dubai Holding has partnered with the United Nations World Food Programme (UNWFP) for 'A Meal for a Brighter Tomorrow' campaign for the holy month of Ramadan.

Key landmarks in the UAE lit up in the colours of the Jordanian flag in support of the deeply rooted relations between the emirates and Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.

The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi militia’s attempts to target civilians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has vaccinated more than 7.7 million farm animals in 2020.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has launched a health education programme during the holy month of Ramadan.

Heavy-duty trucks, lorries and busses carrying more than 50 passengers will be banned from driving on Abu Dhabi roads during peak hours in Ramadan.

In keeping with the spirit of the Holy Month of Ramadan, the UAE has scaled up last year's '10 Million Meals' campaign, promising to support disadvantaged people with '100 Million Meals'.

Restaurants in Dubai are not required to block visible dining areas during the month of Ramadan.

Paid parking timings in Dubai will change during the holy month of Ramadan.

Motorists in Abu Dhabi can park for free between 2:00 pm and 9:00 pm during the month of Ramadan.

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 439 prisoners ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) is intensifying its humanitarian campaign in Yemen.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubai's Crown Prince and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, visited the Expo 2020 site.

More than 9 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

People in the UAE are being reminded to avoid large social gatherings during the holy month of Ramadan, and to diligently follow COVID-19 safety protocols.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has revised the working hours of its hospitals, clinics as well as COVID-19 screening and vaccination centres during Ramadan.

The UAE has confirmed 1,810 new cases of COVID-19 from 242,415 tests.

Abu Dhabi Police, in collaboration with ‘Make a Wish’ foundation, have helped make a young Emirati boy’s dream come true.

The UAE will be joining Jordan in celebrating its 100th anniversary today.

Emirates Airline’s special EK2021 flight celebrated the UAE’s remarkable progress in vaccinating both citizens and residents against COVID-19.

In a first for the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, took to twitter to announce the two new astronauts to represent the country, and the first female Emirati astronaut.

His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has received Ján Kubiš, UN Special Envoy on Libya and Head of the United Nations Support Mission in Libya.

Emirates Airline marked the UAE’s remarkable progress in its vaccination programme with a special flight on Saturday.

The Ministry of Community Development organised a virtual mass wedding for 50 couples, called "Eastern Coast Wedding", in Khorfakkan.

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has issued a ministerial circular reducing the working day by two hours for all employees working in the private sector during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry has lauded the commitment demonstrated by the UAE to adopt the wide scale use of renewable energy resources.

As many as 51,471 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE has confirmed 1,931 new cases of COVID-19 from 237,130 tests.

Dubai Police have been making the final arrangements and remain on standby to fire the cannons that will announce the sighting of the new crescent and the start of Ramadan, as is tradition since the early 1960s.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, honoured 12 remarkable individuals at the 10th edition of the Abu Dhabi Awards.

The UAE's leaders have expressed their condolences following the death of Britain's Prince Philip.

The Duke of Edinburgh, Prince Philip, who died on Friday at the age of 99, last visited the UAE in 2010.

As many as 33,972 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE in the past 24 hours.

The UAE has confirmed 1,875 new cases of COVID-19 from 247,634 tests.

A medical facility focused on optimising brain and body performance has opened in Dubai.

Authorities in the UK have lifted a ban on flights from the UAE to Scotland.

Dubai has inaugurated the first electric firefighting vehicle of its kind in the Middle East.

The UAE and Chile have discussed cooperation between the two countries in the fields of security.

The Crown Prince of Dubai has handed over the flag for the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Program for Government Services 2020 to the Dubai Electricity & Water Authority (DEWA).

The UAE sent an aid plane containing 67 metric tonnes of various food items to Gambia.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has sent a medical aid shipment containing COVID-19 vaccine doses to Syria.

More than 8.8 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi militia's attempt to target civilians in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Dubai Police has launched its annual 'anti-begging' campaign ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.

The UAE has confirmed 2,112 new cases of COVID-19 from 249,014 tests.

Authorities in the UAE are urging the public to adhere to COVID-19 safety guidelines throughout the Holy Month of Ramadan.

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has announced the working hours for employees in ministries and federal entities during the Holy Month of Ramadan.

All private education staff in Dubai who are eligible, but have chosen not to be vaccinated, must have a COVID-19 PCR test every seven days from Sunday, April 11.

Ras Al Khaimah has opened a field hospital to provide exclusive care for COVID-19 patients.

More than 570 Abu Dhabi-based expatriate students from 15 nationalities have been welcomed into the pilot phase of the free Virtual Charter School.

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has been holding talks in Abu Dhabi with Abdul Hamid Dbeibeh, Prime Minister of Libya’s Government of National Unity.

A new set of safety guidelines for praying in mosques during the holy month of Ramadan has been released.

Fog alerts have been issued this morning for Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with visibility reduced on many roads.

A total of 1,422 vehicles have been confiscated by Dubai Police during a campaign against modifying cars with power boosters to increase engine speed, and disturbing residents.

The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) has launched a relief programme in response to the humanitarian crisis in Somalia.

The UAE has launched a biometric face recognition technology that will help citizens and residents access government services without visiting any centre.

Dubai will be offering COVID-19 vaccine to all official representatives of participating countries in Expo 2020.

More than 8.7 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

One person has been injured in a 28-vehicle pileup in Dubai.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has thanked all healthcare professionals on the occasion of World Health Day.

The UAE has confirmed 1,883 new cases of COVID-19 from 243,759 tests.

A young man has been arrested for recklessly flaunting his quad bike in front of a police patrol in Abu Dhabi.

A group of people, who were arrested for publishing an indecent video, will now be deported from the UAE.

Abu Dhabi has ranked first in the world for its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Drivers are being warned to take care on the roads this morning as fog descends across many areas of the UAE.

The UAE has strongly denounced Houthi militias for attempting to target Khamis Mushait in Saudi Arabia with a booby-trapped plane.

Wedding halls in Ras Al Khaimah are reopening in line with precautionary measures to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

Only members of the same family living in the same household will be allowed to have iftar or suhoor together during Ramadan in the UAE.

UAE authorities have confirmed that 62.57 per cent of the country's residents have been vaccinated against COVID-19.

The UAE Public Prosecution has released an awareness video about bribery across its social media accounts.

Today marks the start of commercial operations at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant.

The UAE has confirmed 1,988 new cases of COVID-19 from 254,944 tests.

More than 8.65 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Dubai Municipality inspectors have ordered three establishments to shutdown for failing to adhere to the COVID-19 precautionary measures.

The UAE and US outlined their intent to cooperate on new investments in financing regional decarbonisation and to assist the most vulnerable adapt to the effects of climate change.

All private school students in Sharjah aged over 12 must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test before going back to classes.

Dr. Mustafa Al Kadhimi has said that the UAE is a land of success, expressing his appreciation for the country’s honorable stance towards Iraq and its people.

A new survey by YouGov Omnibus has found that almost half of UAE residents intend to celebrate the Holy Month of Ramadan by giving to charity this year.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed 74 per cent of improvement works in three Red Line metro stations in the city.

The Crown Prince of Dubai has inaugurated the eighth edition of Cybertech Global in Dubai.

Dubai Economy has shut down 11 establishments for violating COVID-19 safety guidelines in March.

More than 8.59 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The first Emirati patient to undergo a bone marrow transplant in Abu Dhabi is now making a steady recovery at home.

The UAE has confirmed 2,012 new cases of COVID-19 from 195,573 tests.

All permits for Ramadan tents in Abu Dhabi have been cancelled.

The cost of 30,000 food items in the UAE will be reduced during the Holy Month of Ramadan, the Ministry of Economy said.

During a phone call with King Abdullah II, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, expressed the nation's full solidarity with Jordan.

Abu Dhabi has updated its "Green List" of destinations exempted from mandatory COVID-19 quarantine for arriving passengers, adding Israel and South Korea to it.

The UAE Regional Dialogue for Climate Action has ended with calls to speed up progress on action.

A new training programme to boost 8,000 frontline workers' response skills is getting underway in the UAE.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has received full institutional accreditation from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties (SCFHS).

A new programme has been launched in Dubai to make it a global capital of the creative economy.

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has rolled out field inspections for heavy trucks using drones.

More than 8.57 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq has arrived today in the UAE on an official visit to the country.

SEHA is partnering with the University of Manchester to launch a medical education programme for staff.

Those who create or manage websites for unauthorised charities will be slapped with a fine worth no less than AED 250,000 in Abu Dhabi.

The UAE has confirmed 2,113 new cases of COVID-19 from 260,445 tests.

A group of people who appeared in an indecent video that was shared online have been arrested in Dubai.

The UAE has affirmed its total support for all of the decisions and measures taken by King Abdullah II and the Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II to maintain Jordan's security and stability.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai launches programme to increase the number of creative workers and companies

The US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate, John Kerry, has been visiting several of the UAE’s clean energy projects before today's first Regional Climate Dialogue in Abu Dhabi.

The National Centre for Meteorology and Seismology (NCMS) issued a yellow weather warning for the UAE on Saturday afternoon, advising us to be aware of the prevailing conditions including fresh winds and dust storms.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced on Saturday that it gave 67,909 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in last 24 hour-period.

The National Emergency and Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA), in collaboration with its strategic partners from the country’s emergency and crisis community, has conducted a set of exercises across the UAE.

Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry has travelled to the UAE on part of his nine-day trip to the UAE, India and Bangladesh to discuss the climate crisis.

The UAE has confirmed 2,084 new cases of COVID-19 from 252,243 tests.

Abu Dhabi Sports Council organised the initiative to support the 10th anniversary of Operation Smile UAE.

The construction completion rate has reached 90 per cent for the roads and bridges leading to Al Khail Avenue Mall, the new shopping and leisure destination at Jumeirah Village Triangle.

A team from DEWA have inspected progress at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park, the largest concentrated solar power project in the world.

Three establishments have been shut down in Dubai for violating precautionary measures put in place to combat the spread of COVID-19.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has paid tribute to Dubai-based educator Mariamma Varkey who died this week at the age of 89.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced on Friday that it gave 100,080 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine in the preceding 24 hours.

Abu Dhabi Police have issued a reminder to motorists who leave their cars running, while going shopping.

The UAE announced 2,180 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the total number of recorded cases in the country to 465,939.

The UAE Fatwa Council has announced that taking the COVID-19 vaccine is permissible in Islam and does not invalidate fasting.

Global Village’s stunt team claims two new Guinness World Records titles, moving closer to its Silver Jubilee Season target of 25.

Dubai Municipality has launched food inspection campaigns in preparation for the holy month of Ramadan.

More than 8.39 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Notorious French druglord Moufide ‘Mouf’ Bouchibi has been arrested in Dubai.

The UAE has confirmed 2,315 new cases of COVID-19 from 237,240 tests.

The UAE has sent an aid plane containing 46 metric tons of food and medical supplies to Ethiopia.

A jail sentence of no less than a year will be handed out to those in the UAE caught deliberately spreading fake news or rumours on April Fool's day that threaten public order.

The UAE has been ranked first across the Arab region in the World Economic Forum (WEF) Global Gender Gap Report 2021.

The Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge is taking place on Friday, April 2, and drivers are advised to take note of the road closures ahead of the race.

Etisalat, in partnership with the Ministry of Community Development, is launching a web extension aimed at making the internet autistic-friendly, ahead of World Autism Day on April 2.

Emirates SkyCargo has become the first airline cargo carrier in the world to have transported more than 50 million doses of COVID-19 vaccines on its flights.

The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi (DoH) has won 13 honours in the 2021 Middle East and North Africa Stevie Awards for its handling of the pandemic.

The UAE has confirmed 2,084 new cases of COVID-19 from 244,422 tests.

A warning has been issued by Abu Dhabi Police as maintenance is carried out on the Khaled Bin Sultan Road in Al Ain City.

Authorities in Ajman have shut 16 food outlets in Masfout for violating public heath and safety rules.

Ajman Police on Wednesday released surveillance footage of several crashes that were caused due to drivers changing lanes illegally.

The Dubai Police 'Walk-in' Smart Police Station (SPS) at Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) has completed 4,656 transactions since its opening last September.

An expat has been honoured in Abu Dhabi for his honesty after he returned a cash bag that was left unattended.

More than 8.3 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

A special edition of the world's Best Minister Award has been launched to honour leaders who've made distinguished steps towards mitigating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.

The UAE has lauded the efforts of the Egyptian authorities in freeing the stranded container ship, which had blocked the Suez Canal.

Filipino expats flying into Mactan Cebu International Airport in the Philippines will no longer need to follow quarantine protocols from March 31.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has given the go-ahead for developing the Dubai Strategic Plan 2030.

Abu Dhabi’s HOPE Consortium and leading international experts have marked the end of The World Immunisation and Logistics Summit by pledging equitable inoculation for all.

A new national action plan is underway in the UAE to advance women’s roles in peace and security.

A new mobile blood donation campaign under the name ‘The Perfect Gift is Saving Lives’ has been launched by Dubai Holding and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).

Findings from a recent study show that 96 per cent of respondents agree that the UAE handled challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic exceptionally well.

More than 8.2 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Dubai Police have helped reunite a four-year-old boy with his parents after he got lost in Umm Suqeim 1.

Motorists in Abu Dhabi can be slapped with a fine of AED 1,000 and four black points for accidents caused by sudden swerves.

The UAE has confirmed 2,289 new cases of COVID-19 from 223,799 tests.

Authorities in Sharjah have announced the temporary closure of Khor Fakkan street on Wednesday morning.

The Emirates Mars Mission's (EMM) Hope Probe has commenced the crucial transition from its capture orbit to its science orbit with the successful completion of a 510-second burn of its thrusters.

Dubai's International Humanitarian City (IHC) dispatched relief supplies worth $ 130 million in 2020, with 80 per cent going towards the worldwide fight against the pandemic.

Volunteers on Dubai's "The Future is Proud of Our Health" inititiative have completed more than 68,000 hours and saved over AED 5.304 million.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will begin issuing only e-tickets for vehicle violations.

Health officials will continue to provide elderly citizens and people of determination with mobile healthcare services.

More than 8.1 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

A study has found that 37.6 per cent of families in Sharjah do not monitor or review their children’s online activity.

The UAE has confirmed 1,874 new cases of COVID-19 from 167,309 tests.

Several teenagers and children have been found to dial 999 for issues that are described as "disturbing", thus delaying Abu Dhabi Police's emergency response efforts.

The UAE's first COVID-19 vaccine production line has been launched by His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and his Chinese counterpart.

The Mohamed Bin Zayed Field Hospital (MBZFH) for COVID-19 patients has been inaugurated in Sharjah.

A C40 global megacities' meeting has been told that Dubai will continue implementing its strategy for sustainable recovery from the pandemic by maintaining robust city-wide precautionary protocols.

Retired police officers in Ras Al Khaimah are being given COVID-19 vaccines in their own homes as part of the "Health is Our Priority" initiative.

Two police officers have been honoured for arresting a thief in less than an hour in Dubai. 

The Dubai Health Authority’s (DHA) unified contact centre has received nearly 1.5 million calls since December 2020.

The UAE has strongly condemned Houthi militias’ attempt to target civilians using two explosive drones in the southern region of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Two online e-Sports events will be made available online for students during their spring break.

Fuel prices for the month of April have been announced by the UAE Fuel Price Committee.

Travellers have been urged to comply with the UAE’s travel customs and procedures.

A video and drone display tribute has been paid at the end of the Dubai World Cup to the late Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum.

More than 8 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in the UAE so far.

Abu Dhabi Police stepped in to rescue a girl who fell victim to blackmail on social media.

The UAE has confirmed 2,128 new cases of COVID-19 from 230,734 tests.

Sharjah Police are reminding the public to abide by the COVID-19 safety measures implemented by the UAE.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi has applauded a police officer in Sharjah for assisting a motorist after his vehicle broke down in the middle of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Road last week.

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Beijing wants to work with the UAE to expedite the joint production of COVID-19 vaccines to make them available and affordable to all.

The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and China's Foreign Minister have been discussing the continuing collaboration between the two countries on COVID-19 inoculations and treatments.

Wind speeds of 45 km an hour and waves of up 2.4 metres are forecast in offshore areas of the UAE over the next 24 hours.