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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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      Humidity is expected to reach 95 per cent by night and in the early morning. Victor Besa / The National
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      Forecasters warn more fog is expected next week

      The National Centre of Meteorology said patches fog and mist will continue to form over the next five days, especially in the west

      UAESeptember 26, 2020
      Twenty-five accidents were reported on Abu Dhabi roads due to exceeding speed limits by more than 60kph last year. Victor Besa / The National
      Abu Dhabi Police: Motorists to pay Dh7,000 for driving 60kph over speed limit

      Police have issued a stern message over the dangers of driving at high speeds

      UAESeptember 23, 2020
      Indian nationals queue to check in at the Dubai International Airport. A massive exercise has been launched by the Indian government to bring home hundreds of thousands of Indians amid the coronavirus pandemic. AFP
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      Coronavirus: More than 50,000 Indians repatriated from Ras Al Khaimah since June

      Nearly 400,000 Indians have left the UAE for India since repatriation flights started in May

      TransportSeptember 23, 2020
      Pharmaceutical companies around the world are racing to produce a vaccine for the Sars-CoV-2 virus. AFP
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      UAE health chiefs get first dose of Covid-19 vaccine

      Medics at Al Qassimi Hospital for women and children in Sharjah have also received their first jab

      HealthSeptember 22, 2020
      The laws are designed to bring more order to the sector. Paulo Vecina / The National
      Ras Al Khaimah tightens rules on jet ski use

      Anyone using a jet ski recklessly or in a prohibited area faces a fine of Dh500

      UAESeptember 20, 2020
      Action is being taken to tackle illegal oyster trade in Abu Dhabi. Courtesy: Environment Agency Abu Dhabi
      Abu Dhabi authorities take strong action over illegal oyster trade

      Offenders have been warned they could be jailed or face heavy fines for breaching regulations

      UAESeptember 19, 2020
      Men cross the road in a designated area in Fujairah. Pedestrians have been asked to avoid undesignated areas following the death of a man while crossing the road in neighbouring Ras Al Khaimah on Tuesday. Satish Kumar / The National
      Man killed in a run-over accident in Ras Al Khaimah

      Police say the man died at the scene and urged pedestrians to only cross roads in designated areas

      UAESeptember 17, 2020
      Strict safety measures are in place across the UAE. AP
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      UAE federal workers to face up to 10-day pay cut for flouting Covid rules

      Order from federal HR authority sets out fines for shaking hands and failing to wear a mask

      UAESeptember 15, 2020
      Dubai, United Arab Emirates - N/A. News. Coronavirus/Covid-19. A 'Stay Safe' sign in Jumeirah. Friday, September 11th, 2020. Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Groom arrested for breaking Covid-19 rules at his wedding party in Ras Al Khaimah

      Man posted video online showing complete disregard for the regulations

      CourtsSeptember 14, 2020
      Abu Dhabi City Municipality is working with Huawei to develop its digital strategy. Courtesy: Reuters
      Abu Dhabi City Municipality partners with Huawei to boost digital strategy

      Authorities are turning to technology to make services more efficient and reliable

      UAESeptember 14, 2020
      Abdullah Al Hathboor, an Emirati businessman, was just six when he survived the MV Dara disaster in 1961. Reem Mohammed / The National
      Emirati survivors recall MV Dara disaster as tourism plan unveiled

      The story of 230 lives lost off the UAE coast will be shared with the public ahead of the 60th anniversary

      UAESeptember 14, 2020
      Paramedics rescue an accident victim in Ajman. Courtesy: MOI
      Watch: UAE air ambulance crews rescue two injured men

      An Emirati was taken to Sheikh Khalifa Medical City after he injured his back

      TransportSeptember 13, 2020
      Leopard Canyon in Ras Al Khaimah is a popular hiking spot. PJ van Schalkwyk for The National
      Safety warning after stranded hikers rescued in Ras Al Khaimah

      Experts say complacent hikers do not carry enough water, set off late and are risking death on poorly planned trips

      GovernmentSeptember 06, 2020
      Three of the four men who were arrested for operating an illegal tobacco factory in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi Police
      Abu Dhabi Police arrest four men operating illegal tobacco factory

      The gang were caught in possession of 1.5 tonnes of naswar, an outlawed form of chewing tobacco

      UAESeptember 06, 2020
      Can Cai, a Chinese resident, and his mother, Ying Luo, and five-year-old son, Tiancheng Cai. Antonie Robertson / The National
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      8 UAE residents on the impact Covid-19 had on their home countries

      From China to Jordan, some of the UAE's many nationalities tell of sadness and hope

      HealthSeptember 04, 2020
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