Patrick Ryan

From life-changing lottery wins to courageous health battles, there has been plenty of positivity to share this year

The government will introduce legislation to further modernise the legal system, bolster employment rights and improve Emirati participation in the private sector

Retail workers say hoodies, jackets, beanie hats, winter boots and sweaters are flying off shelves

Shift from city apartments to townhouses and villas in family-friendly neighbourhoods

National Centre for Meteorology advises motorists to drive with caution

Thousands head to St Mary’s Catholic Church, which is hosting 10 services on Sunday

Toby Shaw chooses to live there because of greenery in the community

Expert says benefits of real trees are negated by carbon footprint required to import them every year into the UAE

Global map index reveals parts of the world with highest security risks

Family used to drive in the area to admire the villas and hoped they could live there one day

Sadique Ahmed finishes race in four hours and 12 minutes despite wearing a safety helmet and overalls

Supporters say the North African team has taught them that anything is possible with a bit of hope

Dr Zaineb Sabri of Medcare Hospital urges the public to follow safety precautions and take the flu vaccine

Ryan Almond says he would not live anywhere else in Dubai after moving two years ago

Private sector businesses with 50 employees or more must ensure by January 1 that 2 per cent of their workforce are Emirati