A Dubai resident has shared her experience of conquering the world's tallest mountain.
As reported on ARN News earlier this week, Dolores Shelleh becomes the first Arab woman to climb Mount Everest from its challenging North Col terrain.
At least 11 people have died on the summit so far this spring, nearly double the annual average.
Shelleh describes the moment when she saw a man breathe his last breath.
UAE, seven nations urge immediate halt to Israel's E1 settlement plan
Foreign ministers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey and Egypt have strongly condemned Israel’s continued illegal settlement expansion in the occupied Palestinian territories.
'Dubai Welcome' brings warm hospitality to DXB travellers
Dubai Airports is rolling out a series of welcome experiences this month, bringing a touch of Arabian hospitality to travellers arriving, returning home or transiting through DXB.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed to fund life-saving treatment for Jordanian girl
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, will cover the treatment costs for a Jordanian girl suffering from spinal muscular atrophy.
Two convicted in Al Ain for assaulting a petrol station employee
Al Ain Misdemeanour Court has convicted two individuals of assaulting a petrol station employee by force and violence while performing his duties following a dispute over cleaning a vehicle’s windscreen.
UAE approves review fee structure for higher education sector
The UAE has adopted a resolution to develop a structured, legislative and regulatory framework for evaluation and review costs in the higher education and technical-vocational ecosystem.
Abu Dhabi records first-ever Olive Ridley turtle nest
The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has recorded the first-ever nesting of an Olive Ridley turtle in the emirate, marking a significant milestone for marine biodiversity in Abu Dhabi.
National University of Dubai appoints inaugural President
The National University of Dubai (NUD) has appointed internationally recognised higher education expert Victor Van der Chijs as its inaugural President, marking a key step in the development of Dubai’s flagship research university.
UAE takes action over social media post insulting Emirati women
The UAE’s National Media Authority has taken legal action against a resident over social media content that insulted Emirati women.
Sheikh Abdullah congratulates Colombian FM on appointment
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has congratulated Omar Bula Escobar on his appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs of Colombia.
Discover Abu Dhabi Festival takes Emirati culture to Moscow
The Discover Abu Dhabi Festival is bringing the culture, heritage and hospitality of the UAE capital to Moscow’s Manezhnaya Square, running from August 19 to 23.
UAE expresses solidarity with Central African Republic over mine collapse
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its solidarity with the Central African Republic over the victims of a mine collapse in Zamboye, which resulted in over 100 people being killed.
Dubai enhances worker wellbeing through community markets
Dubai Municipality has completed three integrated community markets for workers in Muhaisnah 2, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3 and Al Quoz 4, with a fourth market in Jebel Ali Industrial Area 1 set to open soon.
DP World, WFP deliver 5,000 tonnes of rice to support food aid in Africa
DP World and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) have delivered 5,000 metric tonnes of rice to support humanitarian operations in Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed shares message of hope on World Humanitarian Day
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has shared a message of hope to the United Arab Emirates community on World Humanitarian Day.
Dubai advances autonomous mobility as robotaxi travel tops 4 million km
Dubai is accelerating its move towards autonomous mobility, with its Robotaxi programme now surpassing four million kilometres travelled and recording 7,613 passenger trips since launch.
Gargash shuts rumours on residency cancellations, Iran assistance
Dr Anwar Gargash, diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, has dismissed rumours that the UAE is cancelling labour residencies and providing financial facilities to Iran, stating they are "false information and part of desperate media campaigns".
UAE mediates exchange of 206 prisoners between Russia, Ukraine
The UAE has announced the success of its 26th mediation efforts between Russia and Ukraine that resulted in the release of 103 prisoners from each side.
UAE launches campaign to support Palestinian students in Gaza
Sharjah Charity International (SCI) and Operation Chivalrous Knight 3 have launched a campaign to support Palestinian students in Gaza.
UAE halts all trade and financial transactions with Iran
The United Arab Emirates has halted all trade and financial transactions with Iran until further notice.
UAE air defences detect two ballistic missiles
UAE air defence systems detected two ballistic missiles launched from Iran towards the country on Tuesday.
Foreign ministers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey and Egypt have strongly condemned Israel’s continued illegal settlement expansion in the occupied Palestinian territories.
Dubai Airports is rolling out a series of welcome experiences this month, bringing a touch of Arabian hospitality to travellers arriving, returning home or transiting through DXB.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, will cover the treatment costs for a Jordanian girl suffering from spinal muscular atrophy.
