• President Sheikh Mohamed receives Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, for an iftar reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    President Sheikh Mohamed receives Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah, for an iftar reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed greets Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed greets Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court and Ali bin Al Sayed Abdulrahman Al Hashemi, Adviser for Judicial and Religious Affairs at the Presidential Court, attend the reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, Sheikh Hazza bin Zayed, Ruler's Representative in Al Ain Region, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court and Ali bin Al Sayed Abdulrahman Al Hashemi, Adviser for Judicial and Religious Affairs at the Presidential Court, attend the reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • Sheikhs, officials and guests attend the iftar reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court
    Sheikhs, officials and guests attend the iftar reception at Al Bateen Palace. Photo: Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court
  • Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohamed bin Khaled, Abdullah Al Sayed Al Hashemi and other sheikhs and officials attend the iftar reception. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    Sheikh Khalifa bin Mohamed bin Khaled, Abdullah Al Sayed Al Hashemi and other sheikhs and officials attend the iftar reception. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • Maj Gen Sheikh Mohamed bin Tahnoon, Director General of Abu Dhabi Police, and Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa bin Sultan, UAE Ambassador to Qatar, attend the iftar. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    Maj Gen Sheikh Mohamed bin Tahnoon, Director General of Abu Dhabi Police, and Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa bin Sultan, UAE Ambassador to Qatar, attend the iftar. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • Sheikh Zayed bin Saif bin Mohamed and Sheikh Khalifa bin Saeed bin Mohamed follow proceedings. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    Sheikh Zayed bin Saif bin Mohamed and Sheikh Khalifa bin Saeed bin Mohamed follow proceedings. Photo: Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
  • President Sheikh Mohamed speaks with Sheikh Hamad bin Mohamed during the reception. Photo Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court
    President Sheikh Mohamed speaks with Sheikh Hamad bin Mohamed during the reception. Photo Ryan Carter / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed says citizens key to UAE progress in talks with Fujairah Ruler


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President Sheikh Mohamed has said Emiratis will remain at the heart of the UAE's vision for the future, during high-level talks with Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Ruler of Fujairah.

Sheikh Mohamed welcomed Sheikh Hamad, who was accompanied by Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad, Crown Prince of Fujairah, for discussions centred on the nation's progress at Qasr Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi on Thursday.

The two leaders extended their prayers for Ramadan and called for it bring goodwill and prosperity to the UAE and its people.

They reviewed several topics of national importance, reaffirming the UAE's “unwavering commitment to the well-being of its citizens”, who are central to present and future development strategies, state news agency Wam reported.

The gathering was attended Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court; Sheikh Saif bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior; Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, and other sheikhs and officials.

UAE leaders regularly receive other sheikhs, ministers, officials and citizens during the holy month.

President Sheikh Mohamed also welcomed a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs at Qasr Al Bateen on Thursday, in celebration of Ramadan.

Earlier this month, he received teachers, administrators and outstanding pupils from various schools for a Ramadan reception.

Asia Cup 2018 Qualifier

Sunday's results:

  • UAE beat Malaysia by eight wickets
  • Nepal beat Singapore by four wickets
  • Oman v Hong Kong, no result

Tuesday fixtures:

  • Malaysia v Singapore
  • UAE v Oman
  • Nepal v Hong Kong
The story in numbers

18

This is how many recognised sects Lebanon is home to, along with about four million citizens

450,000

More than this many Palestinian refugees are registered with UNRWA in Lebanon, with about 45 per cent of them living in the country’s 12 refugee camps

1.5 million

There are just under 1 million Syrian refugees registered with the UN, although the government puts the figure upwards of 1.5m

73

The percentage of stateless people in Lebanon, who are not of Palestinian origin, born to a Lebanese mother, according to a 2012-2013 study by human rights organisation Frontiers Ruwad Association

18,000

The number of marriages recorded between Lebanese women and foreigners between the years 1995 and 2008, according to a 2009 study backed by the UN Development Programme

77,400

The number of people believed to be affected by the current nationality law, according to the 2009 UN study

4,926

This is how many Lebanese-Palestinian households there were in Lebanon in 2016, according to a census by the Lebanese-Palestinian dialogue committee

How to apply for a drone permit
  • Individuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
  • Add all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
  • Upload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
  • Submit their request
What are the regulations?
  • Fly it within visual line of sight
  • Never over populated areas
  • Ensure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
  • Users must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
  • Only fly the drone during the day, and never at night
  • Should have a live feed of the drone flight
  • Drones must weigh 5 kg or less
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Ministry of Interior
Ministry of Defence
General Intelligence Directorate
Air Force Intelligence Agency
Political Security Directorate
Syrian National Security Bureau
Military Intelligence Directorate
Army Supply Bureau
General Organisation of Radio and TV
Al Watan newspaper
Cham Press TV
Sama TV

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Dust and sand storms compared

Sand storm

  • Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
  • Visibility: Often dramatic with thick "walls" of sand
  • Duration: Short-lived, typically localised
  • Travel distance: Limited 
  • Source: Open desert areas with strong winds

Dust storm

  • Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
  • Visibility: Hazy skies but less intense
  • Duration: Can linger for days
  • Travel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
  • Source: Can be carried from distant regions
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What vitamins do we know are beneficial for living in the UAE

Vitamin D: Highly relevant in the UAE due to limited sun exposure; supports bone health, immunity and mood.Vitamin B12: Important for nerve health and energy production, especially for vegetarians, vegans and individuals with absorption issues.Iron: Useful only when deficiency or anaemia is confirmed; helps reduce fatigue and support immunity.Omega-3 (EPA/DHA): Supports heart health and reduces inflammation, especially for those who consume little fish.

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The five pillars of Islam

1. Fasting 

2. Prayer 

3. Hajj 

4. Shahada 

5. Zakat 

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Teaching your child to save

Pre-school (three - five years)

You can’t yet talk about investing or borrowing, but introduce a “classic” money bank and start putting gifts and allowances away. When the child wants a specific toy, have them save for it and help them track their progress.

Early childhood (six - eight years)

Replace the money bank with three jars labelled ‘saving’, ‘spending’ and ‘sharing’. Have the child divide their allowance into the three jars each week and explain their choices in splitting their pocket money. A guide could be 25 per cent saving, 50 per cent spending, 25 per cent for charity and gift-giving.

Middle childhood (nine - 11 years)

Open a bank savings account and help your child establish a budget and set a savings goal. Introduce the notion of ‘paying yourself first’ by putting away savings as soon as your allowance is paid.

Young teens (12 - 14 years)

Change your child’s allowance from weekly to monthly and help them pinpoint long-range goals such as a trip, so they can start longer-term saving and find new ways to increase their saving.

Teenage (15 - 18 years)

Discuss mutual expectations about university costs and identify what they can help fund and set goals. Don’t pay for everything, so they can experience the pride of contributing.

Young adulthood (19 - 22 years)

Discuss post-graduation plans and future life goals, quantify expenses such as first apartment, work wardrobe, holidays and help them continue to save towards these goals.

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Updated: March 21, 2025, 6:17 AM