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UAE President congratulates UFC Middleweight World Champion
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with recently crowned UFC Middleweight World Champion Khamzat Chimaev following his victory in Chicago, US.
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UAE Media Council issues firm warning against AI misuse
The UAE Media Council has issued a strong reminder that using artificial intelligence or similar technologies to depict national symbols or public figures without official approval is a violation of the country's media laws.
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Dubai Police urge caution after biker crashes into broken-down truck
Dubai Police are reminding motorists not to stop in the middle of the road after a biker crashed into the back of a truck that had stopped due a mechanical failure on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed rallies 'Dubai’s Team' to deliver best in the world
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has issued directives to intensify efforts to ensure Dubai continues to set the standard as the best city in the world across sectors.
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UAE Foundation pledges $11 million to improve inclusivity in global education
The Mohamed bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity has pledged $11 million to boost inclusivity in schools around the world.
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Dubai unveils self-driving zone for land, marine transport
Dubai has unveiled a new 15 sq.km. Self-Driving Transport Zone, marking a major step forward in the city’s autonomous mobility plans.
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UAE President attends launch of AED106 billion housing project
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has attended the launch of a new housing project across Abu Dhabi for UAE nationals, at a total cost of AED106 billion.
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UAE, Estonia launch joint initiative to support Ukraine’s recovery
The UAE and Estonia have signed a Joint Declaration to support Ukraine’s recovery through transformative initiatives in education, digital skills and entrepreneurship during a meeting held on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviews Dubai’s self-driving tech progress
Dubai is accelerating its push into autonomous mobility with pilot operations of more than 60 self-driving vehicles currently underway in Jumeirah and Umm Suqeim.
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Sheikh Abdullah welcomes initiatives aimed at ending Gaza conflict
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, welcomed all initiatives aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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UAE leaders condole Saudi Arabia over death of Grand Mufti
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages of condolences sent to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, on the passing of the Grand Mufti.
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UAE leaders discuss national priorities
The UAE’s leaders held a meeting in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday to discuss key national priorities.
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Watch: Drones deployed to control Al Barsha building fire
Dubai Civil Defence has brought a residential building fire in Al Barsha under control.
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UAE reaffirms 'no peace until Palestine state' at UN conference
The UAE has reinforced there will be no peace in the region until there is a Palestinian state at the UN's High-level International Conference.
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UAE leaders congratulate Saudi Arabia on 95th National Day
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led the messages congratulating the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the Kingdom's 95th National Day.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan: future-ready defence force a national priority
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and the UAE's Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has chaired the third meeting of the Defence Council for 2025.
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UAE signs UN declaration to protect aid workers
The UAE has signed the Declaration for the Protection of Humanitarian Personnel, emphasising its determination to upholding international humanitarian law and ensure the safe, immediate and unobstructed delivery of aid to those in need.
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Sheikh Abdullah holds talks with number of officials in New York
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, held separate meetings in New York with several officials from countries participating in the 80th session of the UN General Assembly in New York.
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UAE joins Saudi Arabia in celebrating 95th National Day
The UAE is joining Saudi Arabia in celebrating the Kingdom’s 95th National Day on September 23 — a reflection of the deep-rooted ties between the two nations.
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Sharjah announces 3 days of mourning over passing of royal member
The Court of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has announced the passing of royal member Sheikh Sultan bin Khalid bin Muhammad Al Qasimi on Monday.
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UAE President congratulates UFC Middleweight World Champion
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has met with recently crowned UFC Middleweight World Champion Khamzat Chimaev following his victory in Chicago, US.
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UAE Media Council issues firm warning against AI misuse
The UAE Media Council has issued a strong reminder that using artificial intelligence or similar technologies to depict national symbols or public figures without official approval is a violation of the country's media laws.
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Dubai Police urge caution after biker crashes into broken-down truck
Dubai Police are reminding motorists not to stop in the middle of the road after a biker crashed into the back of a truck that had stopped due a mechanical failure on Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road.
