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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

      Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, heaped praise on a school worker from Al Ain for her cheery demeanour with pupils. Courtesy Dubai Media Office
      Sheikh Mohammed makes school worker a social media hit

      Sheikh Mohammed issued a successful social media call to find the staff member featured in a heartwarming video

      EducationJanuary 29, 2020
      Sheikh Ahmed bin Saqr Al Qasimi, chairman of Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, and Bishop Paul Hinder, Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia, attend the official opening of St Mary’s Private High School, the emirate's first Catholic school on Tuesday. Courtesy St Mary’s Private High School
      Ras Al Khaimah opens first Catholic school

      The land for the school was donated by Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah.

      EducationJanuary 28, 2020
      A labourer is examined by medics at the mobile hospital in Ras Al Khaimah. Any found to have health issues are sent to the Saudi German Hospital in Dubai, which treats them for free. Courtesy: Wam
      UAE hospital on wheels treats uninsured workers

      The mobile unit will provide services in the Northern Emirates - which have no mandatory medical cover for employees

      HealthJanuary 28, 2020
      Streets are flooded after a heavy night of rain in Ras Al Khaimah in April this year. There may be rainfall on Tuesday during the afternoon. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      RAK Ruler orders Dh9m in compensation for flood victims

      Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah issues directive over financial aid in wake of recent storms

      GovernmentJanuary 27, 2020
      Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Ruler of Ajman, and Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, perform funeral prayers for Sheikha Hamda at Al Shuhada Mosque in Dubai on Saturday. Wam
      UAE rulers attend funeral of Sheikha Hamda

      Sheikha Hamda was the mother of Sheikha Fatima bint Zayed, wife of the Ajman Ruler

      GovernmentJanuary 26, 2020
      Ride-hailing businesses across the world have been affected by measures to fight the Covid-19 pandemic. Courtesy: Bloomberg
      Careem to launch in RAK as part of ambitious five-year transport plan

      A fleet of e-scooters, extra bus stations and abra tours are also on the way to the emirate

      TransportJanuary 25, 2020
      One person died and 10 were injured after a minibus accident caused by the driver falling asleep at the wheel. Courtesy: RAK Police
      Passenger killed and 10 injured in RAK crash after bus driver fell asleep at wheel

      Police have called for drivers to be allowed sufficient rest before travelling

      TransportJanuary 23, 2020
      Abu Dhabi Police reminded motorists that new traffic cameras detecting tailgating will be introduced this week. Mona Al Marzooqi / The National
      UAE drivers who fail to give way face being hit with Dh400 tailgating fine, police say​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

      A senior police officer said all motorists must ensure they maintain a safe distance on the roads

      TransportJanuary 22, 2020
      Oil washed up on Al Aqah beach in November 2019. The particles could be seen stretching along the two-kilometre Al Aqah beach and on Dibba beach, 8km to the north. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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      Two captains accused of Fujairah oil spill

      The vessel collision caused a three-kilometre oil slick formation on Fujairah and Kalba coastline

      EnvironmentJanuary 22, 2020
      Ras Al Khaimah was lashed with heavy rain, causing flooding on the roads, earlier this month. Chris Whiteoak/The National
      Flood victims in Ras Al Khaimah to receive compensation

      Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah issues directive over financial aid in wake of recent storms

      GovernmentJanuary 21, 2020
      Two of the three bull sharks caught by Mr Suleiman at the weekend. Courtesy: Eid Suleiman
      Emirati fisherman defends slaying of three huge bull sharks

      Eid Suleiman said the apex predators were caught and sold legally

      EnvironmentJanuary 21, 2020
      Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, approves a new salary scheme for Dubai Government employees. Wam
      Dubai government employees to get 10 per cent average pay rise

      Scheme also allows for flexible working hours and affects other benefits

      GovernmentJanuary 21, 2020
      Workers at the Material Recovery Facility sort through garbage during its opening ceremony in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2019. Shruti Jain The National
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      RAK residents to get free mobile talk time and grocery coupons as recycling incentives

      A planned recycling drive aims to boost recycling rates to 20 per cent

      EnvironmentJanuary 15, 2020
      Municipal workers clear a flooded tunnel in Sharjah on Sunday morning. Tunnels across the country quickly filled with water during the weekend deluge, leaving many cars stranded. Courtesy: Sharjah Municipality
      Emirati woman saved from flooded tunnel thanks police in radio call

      Reem Al Falasi was stuck in her car with water flooding in when officers arrived

      TransportJanuary 15, 2020
      Traditional indoor heaters can let off deadly carbon monoxide poisoning and must be only used in well ventilated places. Courtesy: AD Police
      Warning over carbon monoxide risk from indoor heaters

      Coal or wood-burning heaters be used outside or in well ventilated rooms, say police

      HealthJanuary 15, 2020
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