The UAE confirmed 2,281 new cases of COVID-19 from 225,651 tests on Friday.
Another 2,234 people have recovered, taking the overall tally to 573,194.
Three patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,720.
A total of 593,894 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 18,980 are currently active.
UAE thwarts cyberattacks targeting aviation, energy and education sectors
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has foiled "advanced and organised" cyberattacks that attempted to disrupt the "continuity of vital systems and services", including the aviation, energy and education sectors in the country.
UAE's post-pandemic hiring recovery among world’s strongest
The UAE recorded one of the strongest post-pandemic hiring recoveries among major global markets in 2025, according to the UAE Economic Graph Report 2026 by LinkedIn and the Ministry of Foreign Trade.
UAE Minister of State holds talks with President of Zimbabwe
UAE Minister of State, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, has discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations across key sectors during talks with President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa.
New lane on Sheikh Zayed Road to improve access to WTC intersection
Motorists heading towards World Trade Centre Intersection will have their travel time cut short after Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened a new lane on Sheikh Zayed Road near Dubai Mall Metro Station.
Nominations for first Dubai-it Award open August 10
Nominations for the first edition of the Dubai-it Award open on August 10, recognising individuals, projects and organisations that have turned ambitious ideas into tangible results in Dubai.
UAE convoys deliver 663 tonnes of aid to Gaza
Five UAE humanitarian aid convoys carrying 663 tonnes of supplies have entered the Gaza Strip over the first week of August as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Irish authorities praise UAE over Daniel Kinahan extradition
Ireland's Justice Minister has praised UAE authorities for their handling of the extradition of Irish national Daniel Kinahan, describing the professionalism of the country's judicial bodies as being of a high standard.
H.H. Sheikh Abdullah discusses regional developments with Kuwait FM
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Kuwait's Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah.
Dubai using AI to cut building permit issuance from days to minutes
Dubai Municipality has launched a new AI-powered project to automate the issuing of building permits, reducing the wait time from days to just minutes.
ADNOC confirms vessel targeted by missile in Strait of Hormuz
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has confirmed that one of its vessels was targeted by a missile while transiting the Strait of Hormuz early on Saturday.
Dubai rider caught speeding at 290kmph, filming dangerous stunts
Dubai Police has summoned a rider and impounded his bike for a release fee of AED50,000 after he posted videos online of his dangerous stunts while speeding at 290kmph.
UAE strongly condemns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's Najran
The UAE has strongly condemned the Houthi attack on the Najran Region in Saudi Arabia.
UAE announces holiday to mark Prophet's birthday
The UAE has declared Friday, August 28, as a holiday for public and private sector workers to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
UAE markets clear of lettuce linked to cyclosporiasis outbreak
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment has confirmed that UAE markets are free of lettuce products linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak reported in some countries.
UAE, Russian Presidents discuss strategic ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin have discussed strengthening cooperation under the two countries' strategic partnership.
Fire contained at under-construction building on Abu Dhabi's Yas Island
Authorities in Abu Dhabi have successfully contained a fire that broke out at an under-construction building on Yas Island on Friday morning.
UAE joins 7 nations in condemning Israel's continued attacks in Gaza
The UAE has joined Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt in strongly condemning the ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip.
UAE, Arab League discuss regional security
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has discussed the latest regional developments with Secretary-General of the Arab League Nabil Fahmy.
UAE supports Bangladesh with urgent flood relief
The UAE Aid Agency has announced urgent humanitarian assistance for people affected by severe flooding in Bangladesh following heavy monsoon rains.
Abu Dhabi court adjourns hearing in Sudan’s illegal military transfer case
The Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal has adjourned the hearing in the Sudan illegal military transfer case, involving 13 people and six companies, until August 12 to allow the defence to complete its pleadings.
The UAE Cybersecurity Council has foiled "advanced and organised" cyberattacks that attempted to disrupt the "continuity of vital systems and services", including the aviation, energy and education sectors in the country.
The UAE recorded one of the strongest post-pandemic hiring recoveries among major global markets in 2025, according to the UAE Economic Graph Report 2026 by LinkedIn and the Ministry of Foreign Trade.
UAE Minister of State, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, has discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations across key sectors during talks with President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa.
