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Big Heart Pledges $2.37m To Rebuild Hospital In Beirut

The emergency and trauma (ERT) unit of the Saint George Hospital University Medical Centre (SGHUMC) in Beirut will be named ater The Big Heart Foundation

Those With Strong Immunity May Not Require Vaccination

UAE reports 1,226 new coronavirus cases and 4 deaths; Saudi announces three-phase rollout of COVID-19 vaccine; US regulator upbeat on Moderna; Christmas plans in UK in doubt as No.10 admits guidance is ‘under review’.

Disclosing Electronic Medical Data Is Punishable By UAE Law

‘Whosoever obtains, possesses, modifies, destroys or discloses data or information contained in any electronic medical paper authorisation will be punished with temporary imprisonment’

New Panels To Protect Rights, Fight Money Laundering: VP

The UAE renewed its commitment to tackling climate change through approving contributions in line with the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and Paris Agreement.

Sheikh Sultan Inaugurates Khorfakkan Amphitheatre

The Khorfakkan Amphitheatre is a prominent artistic addition to the cultural landmarks in the Emirate of Sharjah. The building of the amphitheatre is the largest development project in the city

US Says Sudan No Longer On List Of Terror Sponsors

The move opens way for aid, debt relief, investment to a country going through a rocky political transition, struggling under a severe economic crisis exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic

WFP Hails UAE For Helping Underprivileged Nations

Meeting between Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid and Muldrow Beasley addressed the onerous conditions poor people across the globe are facing during the coronavirus pandemic

RTA improvements on Sheikh Zayed Road ‘ease traffic flow'

Top official says ‘these improvements are part of RTA’s new vision, aimed at being the world leader in seamless and sustainable mobility’

VP issues law regulating expert witness profession

Legislation seeks to provide judicial departments with experts who can help ensure the accuracy of decisions, facilitate swit dispensation of justice and raise the competence of expert witnesses

Noor Dubai resumes operations in Nigeria

Graduates of the training programme will be assigned to various primary health centres across Katsina state to provide eye health services to a population of 7.8 million individuals

Global virus toll tops 1.6m as US vaccine drive begins

America to cover over 100 million people by March; UAE reports 1,194 new cases, 8 deaths; Bahrain approves registration for Sinopharm; Kuwait authorises emergency use of Pfizer drug; Pak raises vaccine budget to $250m.

Authorities in Bahrain approve Chinese vaccine

Bahrain said over 7,700 signed up to take part in a trial of the Sinopharm vaccine in the kingdom; it had earlier said it plans to give the public free coronavirus vaccines

VP invites people to explore hidden gems of 7 Emirates

Mohammed approves UAE’s domestic tourism strategy, launches campaign titled ‘World’s Coolest Winter;’ VP issues law on Dubai Civil Aviation Authority.

UAE strategy to promote unique tourist experience

Domestic tourism contributed Dhs41.2b to the national economy in 2019. It constitutes 23% of the total tourism revenue, compared to 77% of shares taken up by global tourism

Golf stars surprise COVID-19 doctor

DUBAI: Dr Eleanor (Ellie) McCarthy, a frontline hero in Dubai’s fight against COVID-19, was given the experience of a lifetime ahead of the DP World Tour Championship, when three of the biggest names in global sport surprised her with the ultimate round of golf.

Court jails 6 Asians, fines 2 firms for money laundering

The Abu Dhabi Criminal Court sentences the convicts to 10 years in jail each, to be followed by deportation and imposes a fine of Dhs10m

Civic bodies urged to crack down on crowded bachelor housing

Sharjah Municipality began to conduct a comprehensive survey of several areas to evacuate the violators from them

World's major technology giants upbeat on Gitex Technology Week

The Abu Dhabi Government pavilion witnessed signing of 12 agreements as the participating entities showcased 88 initiatives that aim to create a unique experience for visitors

‘Historic moment:' First Virgin Atlantic flight lands in Pakistan

PM’s adviser along with UK High Commissioner welcome Virgin Airlines staff and its passengers at Islamabad Airport; ‘resumption of international airlines will boost trade ties between Pak and Britain’

‘Carry On' and ‘EastEnders' star Barbara Windsor passes away at 83

Barbara Windsor’s husband, Scot Mitchell, who was at her side in the London care home when she died, said Windsor’s ‘final weeks were typical of how she lived her life’

UAE gifts Egypt with first virus vaccine shipment

This is a historic day for Egypt, says minister; UAE reports 1,196 virus cases, five deaths; Bahrain plans free shots; AstraZeneca to use part of Russian vaccine in trials; UK to reduce quarantine for travellers.

Nicholls' century spurs Black Caps fightback on first day of second Test

New Zealand’s Henry Nicholls rode his luck to post a crucial century as the hosts, weakened by the loss of Kane Williamson, survived a shaky start to reach 294 for six on day one of the second Test against the West Indies on Friday.

UAE prepares National Human Rights Action Plan

UAE has continued to advance in preserving progress and furthering efforts of the Government and leadership to uphold the community’s health and safety: Gargash

Lebanon judge indicts Diab, 3 ex-ministers over port blast

Decision to indict Diab and other ministers came ater a blast probe ‘confirmed that suspects have received notices warning them against postponing disposal of ammonium nitrate fertiliser’

VP issues law on contracts, warehouse management

Legislation seeks to develop an efficient system for government entities to further raise the quality of their procurement and warehouse management

Virus vaccine available at health centres across UAE

UAE announces 1,255 new cases, 657 recoveries and 4 deaths; Saudi approves Pfizer vaccine; UK vaccinates tens of thousands; US mulls vaccine approval; France to lift lockdown on Dec.15, impose night curfew.

Dubai private school students among world's top ten

Dubai private schools’ highest placing came in Grade 8 Science, for which they ranked 5th among participating countries

William Shakespeare Gets Pfizer Vaccine Shot

The shot inspired Twiter users, who joked ‘The Taming of the Flu,’ ‘The Two Gentlemen of Corona.’ Some asked if Margaret Keenan was patient 1A, then was Shakespeare ‘Patient 2B or not 2B?’

Pakistan Looks To New Tech To Curb Crop Burning, Cut Smog

Government hopes to tackle the problem by providing 500 rice farmers around Lahore with a set of machines that together eliminate the need to burn crop stubble

Mohammed Raises The Bar For Dubai Govt Entities

VP tours GITEX 2020, highlights importance of technology in transitioning to the future; Moody’s assigns Aa2 rating to UAE Government.