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      Ruba Haza

      Journalist
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      Ras Al Khaimah
      Ruba joined The National in 2014 and covers news in the emirates of Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain. She has a degree in English literature from Damascus University. Ruba reports on projects and events and writes news features that highlights the culture, traditions and history of the UAE and the Northern Emirates' contribution to the country’s economy and culture.
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      Imam Najmulhuda Nadvi stands outside Zaid Bin Thabit Mosque, one of the oldest in Sharjah. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      A Sharjah mosque built in exchange for dates and coffee

      Residents were not greedy, says one of the oldest residents of Khor Kalba, "they built it purely for Allah"

      UAEApril 14, 2021
      Flooding is seen in Fujairah following heavy rainfall on Friday with more rain expected on Monday and Tuesday. Courtesy: Storm Centre
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      Weather update: Heavy rain expected across the UAE next week

      The BBC forecasts rain and thunderstorms in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

      EnvironmentNovember 30, 2020
      Three shops were destroyed after a fire broke out at Fujairah's Friday Market. Courtesy: Fujairah Civil Defence
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      Fire damages three shops at Fujairah’s Friday Market

      Blaze was brought under control, with no injuries reported

      EnvironmentNovember 29, 2020
      Photographer Ramesh Shukla at his home in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      How residents are preparing to enjoy National Day after a tough year

      December 2 parades were put on hold to avoid gatherings - but the significance of the day will not be lost

      UAENovember 28, 2020
      Customs officers seize 662kg of drugs hidden in a stash on a vessel in Dubai. Courtesy: Dubai Customs
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      Dubai foils biggest drug-smuggling attempt at port

      Sniffer dogs, artificial intelligence and drones were used to find the stash that included crystal meth, heroin and opium

      UAENovember 25, 2020
      Abu Dhabi Police shared a video highlighting the dangers of jaywalking. Courtesy: Abu Dhabi Police
      Abu Dhabi Police share video of reckless jaywalker to highlight road safety campaign

      The man is seen taking a short cut by sprinting across a four-lane road

      TransportNovember 23, 2020
      Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi inspects development projects in Khor Fakkan. Courtesy: Sharjah Government Media Office
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      Ruler of Sharjah tours new Khor Fakkan amphitheatre

      Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi was briefed on the progress of the development

      HeritageNovember 23, 2020
      The injured bird rescued by Rola Al Khatib and Dubai Municipality. Courtesy Rola Al Khatib
      Sheikh Mohammed thanks UAE resident and Dubai Municipality for saving an injured bird

      Vice President and Ruler of Dubai said it was a 'beautiful story'

      UAENovember 20, 2020
      Flooding is seen in Fujairah following heavy rainfall. Courtesy: Storm Centre
      Heavy rain and floods hit parts of the Northern Emirates

      Videos show raging floodwaters and driving rain in Fujairah

      UAENovember 20, 2020
      Abdulla Al Karam, director general of the Knowledge and Human Development Authority. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      About half of Dubai parents expect digital learning to continue, survey reveals

      Majority of parents say time management is an issue

      UAENovember 13, 2020
      Two Emirati boys, a driver and a passenger, died as a result of a road accident in Ras AlKhaimah on Thursday, October 29. Courtesy: Ras Al Khaimah Police
      Emirati driver, 13, dies after Ras Al Khaimah road crash

      The teenager died more than a week after the crash, which also claimed the life of a 12-year-old passenger

      UAENovember 11, 2020
      A boat catches fire in a port in Ras Al Khaimah. Courtesy: Khalifa Al Mehairi
      Two hurt in boat fire off Ras Al Khaimah coast

      Fishermen rescued after vessel bursts into flames within a fishing port

      UAENovember 10, 2020
      Two Emiratis were killed in separate quad bike accidents in Al Ain. Abu Dhabi Police
      Two Emiratis killed in Al Ain quad bike accidents

      Abu Dhabi Police said reckless driving was to blame for fatalities

      TransportNovember 09, 2020
      A road is flooded after a downpour of rain. Courtesy: NCMS
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      Watch: Dubai lashed by heavy rain after alert issued

      Rainfall was recorded in Al Ain early on Sunday morning before Dubai was hit by an afternoon deluge

      EnvironmentNovember 08, 2020
      The UAE's historic mission to Mars has inspired a group of young Emiratis to be innovative and design rocket-shape fountain to celebrate the country’s space accomplishments. Courtesy: Space Fountain
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      Emiratis design 'rocket fountain' to celebrate space missions

      Group hope to capture the interest of developers and make their design a reality

      UAENovember 05, 2020
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