Here's your daily podcast from the ARN News Centre with the latest updates regarding the novel coronavirus pandemic in the UAE.

Monday, 25 May 2020 23:56
By Noni Edwards
Here's your daily podcast from the ARN News Centre with the latest updates regarding the novel coronavirus pandemic in the UAE.


Abu Dhabi Airports to lead emirate-wide vertiport network
Abu Dhabi Airports has been given the official mandate to develop a network of vertiports across the emirate — key infrastructure that will support the launch of electric air taxis in the coming years.
UAE condemns Delhi explosion
The UAE has strongly condemned the car blast in the Indian capital New Delhi that killed at least eight people.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed launches search for next 'Arab Hope Maker'
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the search for the next Arab Hope Maker.
UAE President, UK PM discuss stronger partnership, regional stability
The UAE and the UK have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation and advancing peace in the region.
H.H. Sheikh Khaled holds talks with Kerala Chief Minister in Abu Dhabi
His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in key sectors during talks with Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of south Indian state of Kerala, in Abu Dhabi.
UAE stands in solidarity with Turkey after deadly warehouse fire
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Turkey after a major fire at a perfume warehouse in a north-western province left six people dead.
UAE sends fifth aid plane to earthquake-hit Afghanistan
The UAE is continuing its relief efforts in northern Afghanistan following the recent earthquake.
Ministry urges public cooperation during UAE field exercise
The UAE Ministry of Interior has announced that a nationwide field exercise will take place across all emirates from November 11 to 13.
Dubai Metro Blue Line set for 30% completion by end-2026
Dubai Metro Blue Line is on course to completing 30 per cent of construction work by the end of 2026, with the opening day set for 9.9.2029, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed.
Shaikha Al Nowais confirmed first Emirati woman to head UN Tourism
UAE's Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais has won the vote of over 160 member states to seal her position as the first Emirati woman to take on the role as Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UN Tourism).
UAE leaders offer condolences to Brazil over tornado victims
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on Sunday, sent a message of condolences to Brazil President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, over the victims of the tornado that hit the state of Paraná, which resulted in several deaths and injuries.
Arab Parliament praises UAE's use of AI in justice sector
Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Yammahi, President of the Arab Parliament, has praised the rapid development of the justice sector in the UAE through its artificial intelligence technologies and digital transformation within the judicial system.
UAE takes part in G20 Health Ministers meeting in South Africa
The UAE participated in the G20 Health Ministers Meeting and the G20 Joint Finance and Health Ministers Meeting, held in Polokwane, South Africa, on November 6-7, which brought together ministers and senior officials, along with representatives of several international organisations.
WHO delegation receives medical supplies at Emirati field hospital in Rafah
The Emirati field hospital in Rafah welcomed a delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) as part of a visit to review the UAE’s humanitarian and medical initiatives under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, aimed at enhancing cooperation to bolster the healthcare sector in Gaza.
Dubai Police, Russian Ministry of Internal Affairs strengthen collaborative ties
During an official visit to Russia, Lieutenant General Saif Muhair Al Mazrouei, Assistant Commandant for Operations Affairs, met with Maxim Liksutov, Deputy Mayor of Moscow for Transport, and General Oleg Anatolyevich Baranov, Head of the Main Directorate of Internal Affairs of the City of Moscow.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan attends Azerbaijan's Victory Day celebrations
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has attended Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations in Baku.
Dubai launches online service to help parents pick right school
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has launched a one-on-one consultation service with specialised advisors to help Emirati families enrolling their children in private schools for the first time.
Sharjah Ruler allocates AED 4.5 million to fund local libraries
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has allocated AED 4.5 million to help public and government libraries across the Emirate stock up on the latest titles.
UAE sends team to support quake-affected northern Afghanistan
A team from the UAE has departed for Afghanistan to provide logistical and relief support to the quake-hit northern region.
UAE President, Prime Minister of Montenegro hold bilateral talks
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Prime Minister of Montenegro, Milojko Spajić, have explored ways to strengthen bilateral ties across key sectors during talks held at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Airports has been given the official mandate to develop a network of vertiports across the emirate — key infrastructure that will support the launch of electric air taxis in the coming years.
The UAE has strongly condemned the car blast in the Indian capital New Delhi that killed at least eight people.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the search for the next Arab Hope Maker.