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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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      Articles

      Amirah William is hopeful her 160 rescued dogs will get help from authorities. Jeffrey E Biteng/The National
      Animal shelters see rise in pet abandonment amid Covid-19 fears

      Despite there being no evidence to suggest humans can catch the virus from their pets, animals are being increasingly surrendered

      EnvironmentApril 10, 2020
      Dubai Police have increased restrictions in Al Ras as part of emirate-wide efforts to limit the spread of coronavirus. Reem Mohammed/The National
      Camera20
      Dubai Police to share pictures of residents breaching stay-home laws

      A senior Dubai Police officer said tough action was necessary to safeguard public health

      GovernmentApril 09, 2020
      Travel restrictions in Ajman differ to those imposed in other emirates. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Camera20
      Coronavirus: travel restrictions in the Northern Emirates

      The National takes a look at what is open and when

      UAEApril 09, 2020
      DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES , March 22 – 2020 :- Zack Stewart , Grade 12 teacher at the Dubai American Academy taking online class from his home in the Springs in Dubai. Today is the first day of distance learning as all the schools are closed as a preventive measure against coronavirus. (Pawan Singh / The National) For News/Online/Instagram. Story by Sarwat Nasir
      Al Ain teacher dies during a live online class

      The teacher fainted in front of her pupils during the lesson

      EducationApril 07, 2020
      A bakery worker in Ajman was arrested after spitting into bread dough. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
      Authorities order all Ajman restaurants to install CCTV

      The move comes after a bakery employee was filmed spitting into bread dough by a customer

      HealthApril 06, 2020
      A bakery worker in Ajman was arrested after spitting into bread dough. Jeffrey E Biteng / The National
      Ajman baker who spat in dough being tested for Covid-19

      The bakery has been shut down by the municipality for flouting food hygiene rules

      HealthApril 05, 2020
      Workers are screened for Covid-19 at BMJ industries in Ras Al Khaimah. Chris Whiteoak/The National
      Play12:22:24
      Coronavirus: up to 200,000 labourers to be screened for Covid-19

      Private medical groups have been brought in to test workers across in the northern emirates

      HealthApril 05, 2020
      Ali Al Bloushi, 5, with his mother, Mona Al Kindi, at Dimensions Center in Fujairah. Reem Mohammed / The National
      Distance learning disrupts development of special needs pupils

      Parents are concerned their children's development will stall as centres face closure due to lack of finances

      EducationApril 04, 2020
      M7HFBB A school of blacktip reef sharks over a coral reef in Kadavu Island, Fiji.
      Play8:14:34
      Blacktip reef sharks spotted in RAK marina shore

      The species do not pose any danger to humans

      EnvironmentApril 02, 2020
      Authorities in Sharjah have shut down pharmacies selling fake products. Getty
      Coronavirus: Nine Dubai pharmacies fined for profiteering

      The firms were each fined Dh5,000

      HealthApril 02, 2020
      Two men arrested in an attempt to steal ATM in Ajman. Courtesy/ Ajman police
      Two men arrested for attempted theft of ATM

      Police officers say the pair have admitted to the crime

      CourtsApril 02, 2020
      An officer of The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah holds a rescued bird. Courtesy: EPAA
      More than 100 endangered animals rescued in Sharjah

      Anyone caught owning dangerous animals could face a fine of between Dh10,000 and Dh100,000

      EnvironmentMarch 29, 2020
      SHARJAH, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES. 26 MARCH 2020. Sharjah Municipal staff spray and disinfect the sidewalk along the Al Muntazah Str area of Sharjah near the Ajman border. . (Photo: Antonie Robertson/The National) Journalist: None. Section: National.
      Coronavirus: all public events in Sharjah postponed until the end of April

      Authorities are stepping up efforts to contain the spread of the pandemic

      GovernmentMarch 29, 2020
      Paula Jane Cox, Natali Soroka, Dinu Bors, and Mahkia Khayatzadeh came together to ensure labourers get hand sanitiser, wipes and other essentials to protect them from the virus. Reem Mohammed / The National
      Coronavirus: UAE volunteers launch scheme to help labourers

      Organisers aim to provide free meals and hygiene products to more than 4,000 workers

      UAEMarch 26, 2020
      Mohamed Mohtady Mohamed from Anas Bin Al Nadr School for Basic and Secondary Education in Fujairah will compete with 49 teachers shortlisted for the award. Courtesy - The Varkey Foundation
      Fujairah teacher among top 50 for $1m global award

      This year’s final ceremony will take place in London on October 12

      EducationMarch 19, 2020
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