The International Rain Enhancement Forum (IREF), kicked off today in Abu Dhabi.
The fourth edition of the forum serves as a global platform for scientists, experts and researchers to tackle pressing water and sustainability issues worldwide.
ARN News spoke to Alya Al Mazroui, Director of UAE research programme for Rain Enhancement Science.
She explained why the UAE resorts to cloud seeding and rain enhancement methods.
UAE President launches initiative to transform textile sector
A national initiative to transition the textile sector in the UAE towards a circular economic system has been launched under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
UAE approves Wegovy pill for weight loss, heart health
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve the use of Wegovy (semaglutide), an oral once-daily pill, to treat weight loss in adults with obesity and reduce the risks of heart conditions in high-risk patients.
Ajman reduces working hours for some government staff, adds more holidays
His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, has issued a law that reduces working hours for employees in the government sector, along with additional leave packages and benefits.
UAE strongly condemns Israeli settlers’ storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque
The UAE has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque's courtyards by settlers under the protection of Israeli police, including the raising of the Israeli flag in the area, stating it is "a provocation and an unacceptable act of extremism".
UAE petrol prices to increase in June, diesel to drop
Motorists will have to pay more for petrol in June as prices continue to rise for the fourth month in a row.
UAE and Serbia discuss expanding economic and energy cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić on strengthening cooperation between the two countries across a range of sectors, including the economy, development and renewable energy.
Dubai Police returns $20,000 to tourist who lost cash at airport
A tourist from Saudi Arabia flying through DXB's Terminal 1 was pleasantly surprised when Dubai Police returned her bag with $20,000 (AED 73,450) in cash, 150gm of gold and other valuables, she had lost before boarding her flight.
UAE issues travel advisory amid Ebola outbreak
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is advising UAE nationals and residents to avoid non-essential travel to Uganda, the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan due to the evolving public health situation related to Ebola.
Dubai Police foil gang attempt to steal AED 12 million worth of oud
Dubai Police have foiled a major robbery that involved eight suspects attempting to steal rare luxury oud valued at AED 12 million.
UAE's public health situation remains 'stable' as it reviews Ebola developments
Authorities have confirmed that the public health situation in the UAE remains stable as it reviews the Ebola virus developments and reinforces its preparedness.
UAE expresses solidarity with Kenya over girls’ school dormitory fire
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Kenya following a fire at a girls’ school dormitory in Nakuru County that killed 16 students and injured 79.
WHO delegation tours UAE field hospital in Rafah
A delegation from the World Health Organisation (WHO) has toured the UAE field hospital in Rafah to review the humanitarian and medical services provided in the southern Gaza Strip amid the ongoing crisis.
Over 300,000 attend UAE Eid events dedicated to workers
Celebrations honouring workers were held across 30 locations in the UAE during the Eid Al Adha holiday, with around 300,000 people taking part.
Dubai Customs boost readiness for returning Hajj pilgrims, Eid travellers
Dubai Customs have stepped up preparations for the return of Hajj pilgrims and the Eid Al-Adha travel rush.
Dubai Police honour resident for returning AED 100,000
Dubai Police have honoured an Indian resident for handing over AED 100,000 after finding it at a parking lot near Al Raffa.
Sheikh Abdullah condemns Iranian attacks in phone call with Kuwaiti FM
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has strongly condemned the Iranian attacks targeting Kuwait with missiles and drones in a phone call with Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, Kuwait's Minister of Foreign Affairs.
UAE condemns attack on Kuwait, affirms full solidarity
The UAE has strongly condemned the Iranian drone and missile attacks targeting Kuwait early Thursday.
UAE offers condolences to Belgium over victims of school bus-train collision
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has expressed his sincere condolences to Maxime Prévôt, Belgium's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, over the collision between a school bus and a train that killed four people in its northern area.
GDRFA chief tours DXB as peak Eid Al Adha travel season unfolds
Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, Director General of the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA), has carried out an inspection of the Dubai International Airport on the first day of Eid Al Adha.
H.H. Sheikh Mohamed hosts Eid Al Adha reception for UAE Rulers
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hosted a special reception for the rulers of the Emirates, Crown Princes, Sheikhs, military personnnel and well-wishers on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.
A national initiative to transition the textile sector in the UAE towards a circular economic system has been launched under the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve the use of Wegovy (semaglutide), an oral once-daily pill, to treat weight loss in adults with obesity and reduce the risks of heart conditions in high-risk patients.
His Highness Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, has issued a law that reduces working hours for employees in the government sector, along with additional leave packages and benefits.
