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Schools In Abu Dhabi To Reopen Canteens, Playgrounds For Pupils

Comprehensive back-to-school policies include extensive safeguarding measures to ensure the safety of all staff, pupils and visitors across private and Charter schools and their facilities

Vaccine Must For Pupils To Restart School: Ministry

Abu Dhabi unveils back-to-school policies ahead of new academic year; UAE sees 1,537 virus cases, five deaths; French president takes to TikTok to push vaccines; schools offer $1,000 bonus to vaccinated staff; Delta spreads ‘like wildfire.’ Pro-Palestinian leaders hold a rally outside the Supreme Court in Jerusalem on Monday. Israel delayed the evictions in Sheikh Jarrah. Agence France-Presse

World's first project to extract water from air at Masdar City

The innovative pilot project will be run by US-based water technologies firm, AQUOVUM, in partnership with Masdar and Khalifa University of Science and Technology

WHO slams slow pace of elderly vaccination

A World Health Organization (WHO) official bewailed as “unacceptable” the slow pace of giving COVID-19 vaccine jabs to elderly Filipinos, aged 60 and above, described as the most vulnerable sector in the campaign to contain the spread of the virus, especially the highly infectious Delta variant.

Pakistan defy rampaging Pooran to edge West Indies, draw first blood

Pakistan’s versatile bowling attack did just enough to restrain a rampant Nicholas Pooran and come away with a seven-run victory over the West Indies in the second T20 International of the four-match series at the National Stadium in Guyana on Saturday.

Sultan approves housing project worth Dhs65m

The Ruler of Sharjah also cleared a Dhs100m project linked to Emirates Road; Al Suhub tourist spot receives over 50,000 visitors during Eid holidays.

James Gunn assembles his perfect ‘The Suicide Squad'

It’s not a reboot, a redo or a sequel. James Gunn’s “The Suicide Squad” is, as Harley Quinn star Margot Robbit put it: “A different thing.” David Ayer’s 2016 “Suicide Squad” might have been a critical disaster, it was still a financial hit.

Ana de Armas-starrer Marilyn Monroe biopic to release in 2022

De Armas has been a rising star in Hollywood for the past few years with memorable roles in ‘Blade Runner 2049’ and ‘Knives Out’

China fights virus surge as Japan extends emergency

China says Delta variant behind COVID-19 surge; Japan extends emergency and expands the measure to four more regions after new cases topped 10,000 for the first time

Give priority to poor nations, vaccine manufacturers urged

Britian warns coronavirus monitor devices may give inaccurate readings for people with darker skin; vaccinated people can carry as much virus as others, finds study

Centre opposes Sindh's move to impose complete lockdown

PM is of the view that the complete lockdown would severely affect the working class and daily wagers: Chaudhry; micro-smart lockdown imposed in 13 coronavirus hotspots in Lahore

$110m UAE assistance boosts Socotra's economic growth

UAE reports 1,537 cases, 6 deaths; health, trade chiefs urge jab makers to help poor nations; federal government opposes move to implement total lockdown in Sindh; Delta variant behind virus surge: China.

Woes of stranded Pakistanis being addressed, says envoy

Afzaal Mahmood held a detailed meeting with senior officials from the UAE’s Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) in this regard

UAE top destination for jobseekers from India

The UAE is the most popular destination for Indians seeking work abroad, the Indian Parliament was told citing statistics for the last five years from the government’s Bureau of Immigration

Ready to answer questions on deadly Beirut blast, says Aoun

No one is above the law no mater how high up, and justice can only be achieved through the specialised judicial branches that provide guarantees, says Lebanon president

India's ban on international flights extended till Aug.31

UAE sees 1,520 new COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths; Saudi lifts entry ban on visit visa holders from Aug.1; unvaccinated Sindh govt staff will not be issued salaries after Aug.31; Japan expands virus emergency after record spikes

Hamdan's order for easing of service fees delights residents

Sheikh Hamdan issued Resolution No. (19) of 2021 regarding the reduction and cancellation of some fees and financial allowances in Dubai

2-State Solution Only Way To End Palestinian Strife: UAE

UAE’s statement at UNSC draws attention to difficult humanitarian, political and economic challenges facing the Palestinian people, especially in light of the COVID-19 pandemic and the obstruction of the political process.

Fashion Brings Cheer To Medics At Gulf Medical University Event

Thirty-five healthcare professionals and their up-and- coming colleagues gamely strutted on the catwalk with the powerful messages against the mutating stubborn virus

Mohamed's Visit Honour For Us, Says Austria's Chancellor

The Austrian Chancellor stated that this visit is an important phase in strengthening and consolidating ties between the two countries

Mohammed Issues Decree On Dubai Autism Centre

Decree No. (26) of 2021 seeks to make Dubai a leading centre for the education and treatment of people with autism

There Will Be New Projects Every 6 Or 8 Months: Sultan

2022 is the year of Kalba and next will come Al Dhaid, says the Sharjah Ruler

It's Always A Challenge Portraying A Real Person, Feels Kiara Advani

For Kiara Advani, the wide release of her new film straight to laptops and cellphones of fans, could actually be the big push she is looking for at the moment

Cannes Lions 2021 Honour For ‘Double Moon' Campaign

Campaign that brought Mars’ twin moons Phobos and Deimos to Dubai skies for the first time in ME was selected from 29,000 entries across 90 countries by a jury panel of leading advertising and media professionals

Myanmar Seeks International Help As Virus Bites

Junta authorities in Myanmar are seeking help from the international community to tackle the coronavirus, state media said on Wednesday, as the impoverished country looks beyond ally China in its struggle to beat back a new wave.

‘Terminator' Triumphs In 200m, Ledecky Bounces Back For 1st Gold

Ohashi secured an unprecedented golden double for the hosts with a win in the women’s 200m individual medley, less than two years ater she considered quiting swimming because of depression. China survived pressure from the US to make it a hat-trick of diving golds and underline their supremacy in the sport

Mikati, parties ‘unanimously' agree on forming cabinet

‘We will not participate in the next cabinet, which means we will not get involved in the formation process,’ says FPM chief Gebran Bassil

UAE's role in helping world during pandemic matchless

The UAE was one of the first countries to support humanitarian initiatives during the pandemic across the globe

UAE at forefront of aid efforts during COVID-19

UAE aid accounted for 80% of international response to countries struggling during the pandemic; UAE emerges as top destination for safe tourism: Officials; Pak hopes Saudi will ease travel curbs for 400,000 workers.

Sheikh Mohammed reveals unmatched love for horses

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed shared a TikTok video in which he described horses as intelligent and clever