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Ruba Haza

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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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Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, visits UAE diplomat Mubarak Al Saedi at Mafraq Hospital. Mohamed Al Hammadi / Crown Prince’s Court Abu Dhabi
Funerals for Emirati terror attack dead draw hundreds to each

The bodies of Abdulhamid Sultan Al Hammadi, Abdullah Mohammed Al Kaabi, Ahmed Abdulrahman Al Tunaiji and Ahmed Al Mazroui arrived at Al Bateen Airport in the capital onboard a military aircraft on Saturday.

UAEJanuary 14, 2017
Forty volunteers took to the waters of Khor Khwair port in Ras Al Khaimah on Saturday to remove 13,000 kilograms of rubbish. It was the eighth clean-up of RAK ports since November. Courtesy Rehab Al Danhani /Oxygen Enviromental Group
RAK clean-up nets fishing boats among 300 tonnes of rubbish

Abandoned fishing boats, old tyres, carpets and piles of plastic bags and cans were dragged from the sea floor as part of a clean-up operation across Ras Al Khaimah.

EnvironmentJanuary 08, 2017
Climber rescued by helicopter on Fujairah mountain

Climbers are being urged to stick to designated paths and always make sure to have an active communications device on them.

UAEJanuary 01, 2017
The new playground facilities at the Khor Fakkan Corniche features 42 new pieces. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
Sharjah families welcome playground upgrades on Khor Fakkan Corniche

Families have welcomed an upgrade to Khor Fakkan's Corniche. The shorelines improved facilities include 42 playgrounds and 60 lamposts.

Travel and TourismDecember 30, 2016
Chinese tourists at Fujairah Fort. Many such historic monuments make the emirate a popular tourist destination. Antonie Robertson / The National
Northern Emirates a big draw for tourists

Pristine beaches, majestic mountains and cheaper prices draw tourists to the Northern Emirates.

Travel and TourismDecember 26, 2016
With more fog forecast for the next few days, motorists are reminded to drive with caution after 28 people were injured in early morning crashes in Dubai on Monday. Courtesy Dubai Police
Fog alert for drivers in the UAE

Brig Gen Saif Al Mazrouei, director of Dubai Traffic Police, reminded motorists to take extra care when driving in fog by following traffic regulations and observing speed limits.

TransportDecember 26, 2016
Manal Al Sarsi, age 4, was killed by a fall from her Fujairah home. Courtesy Al Sarsi family
Vigilance is key to safety of children

After three youngsters die in Fujairah authorities want their advice to parents to be heard and clearly understood.

UAEDecember 22, 2016
Emirati girl, 7, crushed by iron gate at home in Fujairah

The girl, identified as N S, was trying to close the gate at her home when it fell on her.

UAEDecember 18, 2016
Seven-year-old Nof Al Bloushi died on Saturday. Courtesy Al Bloushi family
Emirati family mourns for ‘sweet, smiling and loving’ daughter, 7

Seven-year-old Nof Al Bloushi was trying to close the gate at the family’s home when she was crushed underneath the heavy iron gate.

UAEDecember 18, 2016
Zoeya Mehwish, 7, practises the keyboard during her free time at Roses Music and Learning Centre in Fujairah, on December 14, 2016. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
Working mothers in Fujairah at a loss to find care for children during holidays

Working mothers have expressed their concerns about a lack of holiday camps and activities for children in Fujairah over the upcoming three-week school break.

EducationDecember 16, 2016
Manal Al Sarsi died when she fell from the third floor of an apartment in Qidfa, Fujairah. Courtesy Al Sarsi family
Girl, 4, dies after fall from apartment in Fujairah

The funeral was held on the same day at Al Raqabani Mosque in Qidfa.

UAEDecember 15, 2016
Fillies parade during the Fujairah Arabian Horse Show, held at Fujairah Fort. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
Arabian horses put to the test at Fujairah championship

Elegance, strength and loyalty, qualities the Arabian horse has in abundance, are put to the test during a four-day championship outside the emirate’s historic fort.

UAEDecember 14, 2016
Fishermen say they are losing as much as Dh4,000 a day since the ban took effect. Satish Kumar / The National
Weather prompts fishing ban that sees market prices rise sharply

All fishing activities in Fujairah have been on hold since Thursday due to the unstable weather conditions and high waves, which has led to fish prices increasing by as much as 25 per cent.

EnvironmentDecember 13, 2016
Northern Emirates residents spend Islamic holiday outside, taking time to reflect

Families headed for the beach on the east coast to make the most of the cool weather during the public holiday.

Travel and TourismDecember 11, 2016
The Egyptian Club is a sports, social and cultural gathering spot that has been serving the east coast Egyptian community and other nationalities in Fujairah for about 38 years. Courtesy Egyptian Club
Fujairah’s Egyptian Club seeks community support for more services

A popular club in Fujairah that has served the community for 38 years is looking for support to expand services.

UAEDecember 09, 2016
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