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Sharjah eco body seizes bird callers

The teams of the External Inspection Section at the Environment and Protected Areas Authority have achieved remarkable successes in controlling and confiscating birds’ sounds devices.

Iran closes down businesses, imposes travel restrictions

COVID-19 cases cross 840,000: Ministry; Rouhani urges people to follow measures to help ‘lessen the death toll,’ adds that the government plans to supply cash subsidies to 30m people for 4 months

Millions of children affected by pandemic in ME: Unicef

Anxiety and stress have been on the rise among confined families, raising the likelihood of domestic violence, of which women and children are usually the prime victims, says agency

Hamdan fires fitness fervour as thousands join Dubai Ride

Dubai Crown Prince joins more than 20,000 residents for the epic ride along Sheikh Zayed Road; for the first time in history, both sides of the road were open to cyclists.

CBUAE and ADGM to host fourth annual FinTech Abu Dhabi Festival

FinTech AD will host government officials and policymakers that aim to address issues on transforming the UAE and wider Mena region’s regulatory FinTech landscape

Expo 2020 Dubai to build more inclusive societies

‘Tolerance and Inclusivity Week’ brought together experts from around the world to spotlight initiatives that enhance multiculturalism, co-existence and interfaith understanding

Amit Shah likely to meet Rajnikanth and Alagiri

Minister will declare open Chennai’s fith reservoir and lay the foundation stone for several projects including Phase II of the Metro Rail project; Stalin to start campaigning from Jan. 5

UAE spreads hope across Middle East, says minister

The UAE always adopts an approach based on reasonable dialogue and denounces violence, says Gergawi; global health, climate change and education to top UAE’s agenda at G-20 Summit.

Virus cases surge in ME: WHO

Iran, Jordan and Morocco have recorded thousands of new COVID-19 infections in recent days, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Thursday, warning that lockdowns could not stamp out the pandemic.

Trump targets poll boards in late bid to block Biden

In Michigan, two Republican officials initially refused to certify results despite no evidence of fraud. In Arizona, officials are baulking at signing off on vote tallies in a rural county

COVID-19 fallout: Diseases can be ideal weapons

The world has a centuries-long and sad history of deliberate use of diseases in conflict that reaches back to at least 14th century B.C. when the Hittites sent poisoned animals to their enemies

Australian elite troops ‘killed Afghan civilians'

Australia’s elite special forces “unlawfully killed” 39 Afghan civilians and prisoners, including summary executions as part of initiation rituals, according to evidence in a searing military inquiry now being referred to a special war crimes prosecutor.

Tokyo, South Korea see record number of new virus cases

Resurgence in Asia could hamper prospects for a broader reopening needed to boost economic recovery, stymie ‘travel bubble’ plans and fan worries over the Olympic Games

UAE, Bahrain and Jordan discuss ways to boost ties

Sheikh Mohamed, Hamad Bin Isa and Abdullah II hold talks in Abu Dhabi over current regional and international issues; AD CP and Greek PM seek to consolidate joint interests in all fields.

Three adventurous Emiratis shatter Guinness records

The GWR Day was welcomed with a positive response from people around the world hoping to unite positively after a very difficult year

Sharjah has tackled the virus crisis with full-on tenacity: CP

Sharjah’s future is linked to the future of the country, in line with the union’s vision, says Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi

Share COVID-19 data with Biden team, Trump urged

‘We need some fundamental public health measures that everyone should be adhering to. One state says one thing, another state says another,’ says Fauci

UAE Bans Gatherings On National Day, New Year

UAE sees 1,255 new cases, four deaths and 715 recoveries; fine waivers for those overstaying visas extended until end of year; infections in Europe cross 15-million mark.

Migrants Cleared From Camp Amid Virus Fears

French police on Tuesday cleared a migrant street camp outside the Stade de France stadium north of Paris where around 2,000 people, mainly Afghan and African, had been living in cramped tents.

Hamdan Receives Medical Team Behind Landmark Foetal Surgery

The UAE’s healthcare system has advanced capabilities that help perform the most complex surgeries, he said

World Markets At Record Peak On New Covid-19 Vaccine Optimism

The latest boost has come from Moderna, which said on Monday its experimental COVID-19 vaccine was 94.5% effective in preventing the infection

Biden Fills Top White House Team With Campaign Veterans

President-elect confirms Dillon will serve as a deputy chief of staff, while Louisiana Representative Richmond and adviser Steve Riccheti will play senior roles in the new administration

Pakistan Bans Public Rallies After Rise In Virus Infections

PM urges citizens to strictly follow SOPs to prevent the 2nd wave of COVID-19; PTI rallies to be cancelled across the country; Islamabad roads blocked over anti-France protest; Sindh CM tests positive

Biden Focuses On Economy As Trump Vows More Lawsuits

Biden’s scientific advisers will meet pharmaceutical firms developing vaccines to prevent virus; it is time for Trump to concede, says Obama; new curbs as US virus cases surpass 11 million

New Vaccine Breakthrough Raises Hopes Against Virus

Moderna vaccine found to be nearly 95% effective in trial; UAE reports 1,209 new cases, 4 deaths; vaccine on its own won’t end pandemic, warns WHO; UK PM goes into isolation; Biden hails progress; India sees over 30,000 new cases.

Tourism Industry Needs Innovative Solutions In The Post-Covid-19 Era

Sharjah Hospitality Forum highlights the emerging tourism challenges and opportunities in a post-pandemic era and discusses the fastest recovery path for the tourism sector

After Covid Success, RNA Vaccines May Be Here To Stay

No RNA-based vaccine has been approved for any disease. Still, with no serious side effects reported thus far in thousands of volunteers who got the Pfizer drug, the findings are a sign that after years of uncertain promise, RNA vaccines could hold promise

Storm Vamco hits Vietnam as Philippine death toll rises to 67

12 still missing; nearly 26,000 houses damaged by Typhoon Vamco; Duterte visits typhoon-hit Cagayan province; illegal logging, mining also blamed for floods

Role of women post conflict understudied, says Hillary

Key areas of the discussions included post-conflict governance, economic recovery, justice, and the rule of law

More expats to get 10-year visa as UAE widens scheme

Changes, to take place from Dec.1, are aimed at further encouraging innovation, creativity, and applied research, adding to the appeal of a career in the Emirates for the world’s brightest minds.