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World Bank to monitor Lebanon vaccination drive

In its first operation funding the purchase of vaccines, the World Bank reallocated $34m from an existing health project to help the country finance the campaign

Virus could last indefinitely despite vaccine rollout: EU

STOCKHOLM UAE reports 2,631 cases and 15 deaths; over 5m doses of vaccine administered; 2 held for flouting COVID-19 rules; Oxford varsity to test vaccine on children for first time; Lebanon gets first batch of vaccines; Europe’s death toll crosses 800,000.

Hamdan issues resolution on Dubai road information signs

To obtain authorisation, the supplementary information sign should have text in Arabic. However, English text can be included along with Arabic

Children real victims of wars, says world-famous lensman

‘I went to Yemen where I was stabbed. I went to Afghanistan where I lost my best friend. I went to Syria where my heart was broken,’ says Muhammed Muheisen

Bilateral ties between UAE and Ukraine grow stronger

Ukrainian President says ‘deepening bilateral relations with UAE are a priority of our foreign policy’

UK economy suffers biggest drop since 1709 as virus hits business

Britain’s economy suffered its biggest decline in more than 300 years in 2020 as the coronavirus pandemic devastated the travel industry and curtailed manufacturing

Eastern Europe crosses 10m virus cases as crisis deepens

UAE reports 3,307 cases and 12 deaths; Dubai fines famous restaurant for defying rules; Indian expats urged not to visit consulate in Dubai; Philippines reopens cinemas, public attractions; UK economy suffers biggest drop since 1709.

COVID-19 infections drop by half across world in January

Over the past month, the number of new cases decreased by 24% in the US and Canada, by 20% in Africa, 18% in Asia, 15% in Europe, 10% in Latin America and the Caribbean and by 2% in Mideast

CM promises continuous electricity to farmers in TN

Palaniswamy lists out contributions of ADMK for farmers and assures the minority community not to worry about the BJP

16 hurt as tornado rips through Izmir

ISTANBUL: A tornado ripped through a port area in Turkey’s western coastal province of Izmir overnight, flinging vehicles into the air, damaging buildings, toppling a crane and leaving 16 people injured, Turkish officials said on Friday.

Sharjah Radio to broadcast live quiz

SHARJAH: On the occasion of World Radio Day 2021 (WRD 2021), on Feb.13, the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA) will be celebrating the event’s 10th anniversary and more than 110 years of radio with a special interactive programme across its Arabic and English language stations, highlighting the medium’s vital role in informing, entertaining and connecting people.

Pristine images of Arab region speak volumes about its glory

Iconic images chronicling the transition of a nascent Arab region into nationhood occupy pride of place at Xposure 2021

Militia was ready to act on Trump's orders: Prosecutors

Biden says trial evidence in the form of hours of video from security cameras, police bodycams and news footage could change some minds

Libya rescues over 1,500 migrants in a week

TRIPOLI: Libya has rescued more than 1,500 would-be migrants off its west coast in the past week, a non-governmental organisation said.

Father visits son's school in dinosaur suit

DUBAI: A video of a Dubai-based Russian father is doing the rounds on social media.

Palestinian factions to respect results of first polls in 15 years

Fatah and Hamas said they had agreed on ‘mechanisms’ for elections and to respect their results, after years of biter divisions; parliamentary and presidential polls are set for May 22 and July 31

Pak ends all winter K2 expedition drive after 3 climbers go missing

Hopes fade for three climbers; more than 50 mountaineers abandon their campaign after multiple incidents foiled their bids; families despair; Ali Sadpara a living legend: Canadian filmmaker

Moscow braces for ‘snow apocalypse' as EU shivers

Workers at the Eiffel Tower use blowtorch to melt ice collecting on its surfaces; another winter storm brings additional snowfall to the Northeastern US

Knowledge without Borders enlightens inmates

Sharjah: Knowledge without Borders (KwB), the Sharjah-based cultural initiative, has launched a new initiative titled ‘Book in Your Arms’ that aims to positively transform the lives of people in prison by enhancing their access to reading and literature.

Biden picks Turk, Su for key posts

WASHINGTON: The White House on Wednesday announced President Joe Biden’s pick of David Turk as deputy energy secretary and Julie Su as deputy labor secretary.

Celebration Of Art And Life Begins Today

Organised by the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), Xposure will be showcasing thoughtfully curated 1,558 works of around 400 renowned and emerging photographers

No Virus Death In Delhi, 14 States In Last 24 Hours: Centre

The relief worthy development came on a day when the country logged lowest new virus cases after a gap of 7 months at 9,110; seven states and UTs have not reported a single death in the last three weeks

Self-Care, Willpower Lead To Cancer Defeat

As of 2020, cervical cancer ranked sixth among the commonest worldwide with 470,000 new cases while ovarian cancer occupied the 14th slot with 190,000 new cases

Sunny Leone Moves Kerala HC For Anticipatory Bail

KOCHI: Bollywood actor Sunny Leone, who was questioned by Kerala police the other day in a cheating case, moved the High Court on Tuesday seeking anticipatory bail.

UAE At Mars

The UAE made history on Tuesday evening, Feb.9, as the first Arab nation, and the fifth in the world, to reach Mars after the Hope Probe successfully entered the Red Planet’s orbit at 7.42pm.

Virus hits millions of Spring travellers around the world

United Nations World Tourism Organisation says international arrivals fell 74 per cent last year, wiping out $1.3 trillion in revenue and putting up to 120 million jobs at risk

UAE sends aid to Slovenia in fight against COVID-19

In continuation of UAE’s efforts to provide a helping hand to all brotherly and friendly countries, UAE leadership has been keen to contribute to supporting the health sector in Slovenia

RTA starts campaign to administer COVID-19 vaccine

The vaccination will be provided to employees who have confirmed their willingness to receive the vaccine. The programme is expected to cover about 30,000 staff including frontliners involved in combating COVID-19

Mid-pandemic and medicine shortages sow panic in Beirut

As boxes disappear from shelves, a black market has emerged, offering medicine or medical equipment sometimes counterfeits at many times the normal price

Martian moons spread joy of Hope Probe's journey

The mysterious objects in the UAE sky were nothing but Martian moons that had been displayed to mark Hope Probe’s mission