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      Ruba Haza

      Journalist
      Location
      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

      A customer looks through a basket of lobsters as a fisherman waits to package his choice at the Ras Al Khaimah Fish Market. Amy Leang / The National
      Fish mongers bemoan delay of RAK market renovation

      Plans to install air-conditioning and improve drainage were set to begin by March

      UAEOctober 27, 2018
      Seized motorbikes in Ras al Khaimah. Courtesy RAK police
      Hundreds of unlicensed motorbikes seized in RAK

      Police say unlicensed motorbikes cause disturbance and are unsafe

      UAEOctober 24, 2018
      Cyclist dies after being run over in RAK

      Man hit by large lorry while cycling on main road

      UAEOctober 24, 2018
      Restaurants closed for failing hygiene inspections in Sharjah

      The restaurants and cafeterias were closed for general cleanliness offences and non-compliance with public health requirements

      UAEOctober 22, 2018
      The UAE Cabinet, chaired by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, approves the National Policy for Senior Emiratis during a cabinet meeting on Sunday. Wam
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      UAE Cabinet approves policy to protect senior citizens

      Centres providing elderly Emiratis with 'modern skills' and special discount rates for activities are among the benefits of the new policy

      GovernmentOctober 21, 2018
      Cloudy skies over Abu Dhabi's Reem Island, a residential community adjacent to downtown and Al Maryah Island. Jason Von Berg / The National
      UAE weather: more heavy rain on the way

      Wet weather in Al Dhafrah will be heading towards the Northern Emirates on Saturday

      EnvironmentOctober 19, 2018
      There's three million books to choose from at the Big Bad Wolf book sale in Dubai. Reem Mohammed/The National
      Bookworms spoilt for choice at world's biggest sale

      Hundreds flock to Dubai event to take advantage of low prices - and they should find something of their liking out of the three million books on offer

      UAEOctober 19, 2018
      Will Smith's selfie from the at the top of the Burj Khalifa has been liked more than 2.3 million times. Picture @willsmith on Instagram
      Will Smith in Dubai: Actor marvels at scale of Burj Khalifa

      'A thousand years from now, humans are gonna look at the Burj Khalifa the same way we look at the Pyramids'

      UAEOctober 19, 2018
      Road closed in Abu Dhabi during morning commute on Sunday following accident. Sammy Dallal / The National
      Tailgating drivers cause more than 130 crashes in Abu Dhabi

      Police issue safety warning to motorists failing to keep their distance

      UAEOctober 17, 2018
      A major search and rescue operation is underway after a motorist was reported missing amid flash foods in RAK. Courtesy RAK Police.
      Search launched after man is swept away by floods in RAK

      Land and air operation under way after motorist is reported missing

      UAEOctober 17, 2018
      The Nakheel old souq in RAK has been serving shoppers since the 1970s. Antonie Robertson/The National
      Neighbourhood Watch: a taste of tradition at RAK's old souq

      The market has been a hive of activity in the emirate for decades

      UAEOctober 17, 2018
      Parts of Sharjah have been hit by flooding after heavy rainfall on Tuesday. Courtesy NCM
      Winter is here: heavy rain causes flooding in parts of the UAE

      Residents in Sharjah face a deluge of rain and strong winds

      UAEOctober 16, 2018
      Emirati biker seriously injured in RAK hit-and-run

      Police track down missing driver in just three hours

      UAEOctober 16, 2018
      Heavy rain causes flooding in areas of UAE

      Videos on social media showed heavy rain in Sharjah and Fujairah

      UAEOctober 15, 2018
      A total of 31 cars have been seized in the first week of a police crackdown in RAK. Courtesy RAK Police
      Dozens of abandoned cars seized in RAK Police crackdown

      Dumped vehicles can be used as a 'hideout" for criminals, warn police

      UAEOctober 15, 2018
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