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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

      Left to grow unchecked, the roots of Damas trees can damage drains and underground pipes. Satish Kumar / The National
      Damas trees to be felled to protect infrastructure

      Officials in Umm Al Quwain offer to remove the species from gardens for free

      UAESeptember 22, 2018
      Dibba Municipality has seized 100kg of betel leaves, which can not only be harmful to health but can cause a blight on the appearance of public areas due to the stain they leave when spat out. Pawan Singh / The National
      100kg of 'harmful' betel leaves seized after swoop in Fujairah

      Huge haul of illegal item found in car after inspection campaign

      EnvironmentSeptember 19, 2018
      More than 55kg of expired products seized after swoop in Fujairah

      Officials confiscated items from dozens of premises in Dibba

      UAESeptember 16, 2018
      Traffic fines in RAK will be reduced by 30 per cent for five weeks in honour of the Year of Zayed . Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Faded road markings in RAK to be repainted after safety concerns

      Police taking action after drivers raise concerns over 'confusing' lane layout

      TransportSeptember 16, 2018
      Butchers shop in RAK closed after safety fears

      Authorities track down supplier and seize meat

      UAESeptember 13, 2018
      The new project is the world’s first and only underwater debris data-collection programme of its kind operating on a global scale year-round. Antonie Robertson / The National
      Padi urges UAE divers to help preserve the ocean from plastic

      The Professional Association of Diving Instructors has launched a programme to encourage responsible scuba practices

      EnvironmentSeptember 13, 2018
      A species of porcupine has been discovered in the UAE for the first time, in Fujairah. Courtesy: Fujairah Municipality
      Species of porcupine seen for first time in Fujairah

      Indian crested variety recorded by camera traps at Wadi Wurayah national park in Fujairah

      UAESeptember 12, 2018
      Police arrest tailor arrested for selling crystal meth in Abu Dhabi

      Police seize six kilograms of the methamphetamine during raid dubbed 'Posioned Scissors'

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      Lorry catches fire at Fujairah petrol station

      Fire crews extinguished blaze before it could spread further

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      Labour accommodation in RAK had to be evacuated after a late-night blaze. RAK Civil Defence
      Thirty workers flee homes after blaze at RAK labour accommodation

      Fire crews evacuate building after late-night blaze

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed and Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, have sent messages of support for the New Hijri Year. Wam
      Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed sends New Hijri Year greetings

      President wishes progress and prosperity for Muslim and Arab countries

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      The morning commute was a struggle for some drivers in Dubai. The National
      UAE traffic: Commuters delayed between Sharjah and Dubai

      Moderate congestion reported on Abu Dhabi roads

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      Seas will calm as the day progresses. The National
      UAE weather: Fresh winds and rough seas

      Temperatures to drop towards the end of the week

      UAESeptember 11, 2018
      One of the country's most affordable neighbourhoods for low-income families and foreign workers, who have for generations called the old town home, will soon be demolished. Reem Mohammed / The National
      UAQ redevelopment leaves residents facing 'unaffordable' rents

      'I don’t know what will happen to us if they want to remove this house,' said one worries resident

      UAESeptember 08, 2018
      Health and education authorities have opened an investigation into the cause of the school food poisonings. Paulo Vecina / The National
      30 pupils from two UAE schools in hospital with food poisoning

      School food supplier suspended as food and education authorities open investigation

      HealthSeptember 07, 2018
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