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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

      Heavy rain caused multiple wadis to flood in the northern emirates. Jeff Topping / The National
      UAE weather: Chance of rain to remain until Wednesday

      Wadis overflowing after overnight storms

      UAEFebruary 26, 2018
      Ahmed Al Bloushi and Talib Al Hayas, students from Saeed Bin Jubair Secondary School, taking photographs with their smart phones during the photography workshop. Pawan Singh / The National
      Workshops teach school dropouts to see life from a new angle

      A photography workshop, part of Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival, is the latest in series of classes aimed at changing the fortunes of difficult students

      UAEFebruary 22, 2018
      Sultan Bin Bader, who won the UAE Young Scientist Award. Courtesy: Ministry of Education.
      UAE's first Young Scientist Award winner wants to save lives with emergency response robot

      Sultan Binbader will present his design to the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi alongside other winners

      ScienceFebruary 20, 2018
      People attend the funeral of Dana Al Jarrar in Al Ain. Courtesy Ehab El Sheikh
      WATCH: Thousands flock to funeral of girl, 14, after parents unable to attend

      Sheikh Saif thanked the people of Al Ain for their support as the girl's family were unable to attend due to their injuries

      UAEFebruary 20, 2018
      Sergeant Ali Al Mesmari came from a proud military family - and was one of eight siblings in the forces. Courtesy of Amira Al Mesmari, his cousin
      Family remember 'wonderful' young Emirati soldier killed on Yemen mission

      Sergeant Ali Al Mesmari came from a proud military family - one of eight brothers and sisters in the armed forces - and was one of the first troops to be deployed in Yemen

      UAEFebruary 19, 2018
      Dubai Police seize more than 7kg of heroin in multiple drug busts

      Police arrested eight men for trafficking drugs into the country

      UAEFebruary 18, 2018
      Fifty workers moved to safety as fire tears through clothing factory

      Civil Defence video shows blaze being extinguished

      UAEFebruary 18, 2018
      A person died and three passengers are injured in a car accident in Ras Al Khaimah on Friday. Courtesy RAK Police
      One dead and three injured in RAK car accident

      The driver lost control of the car while going around a corner and crashed into a concrete barrier

      TransportFebruary 18, 2018
      Residents register during the RAK Weight Loss challenge at the RAK Hospital. Satish Kumar for the National
      RAK residents to shed weight for cash

      The 10-week programme aims to encourage participants to make positive changes in their lifestyles to prevent risks associated with being overweight

      HealthFebruary 17, 2018
      Commuters were warned to expect delays this morning. Reem Mohammed / The National
      UAE traffic: Heavy congestion in parts of Abu Dhabi and Dubai

      Commuters should expect delays

      UAEFebruary 15, 2018
      Hazy conditions are on the forecast. Pictured, Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National
      UAE weather: Fresh winds and light rain

      Fog and mist warning continues over some areas

      UAEFebruary 15, 2018
      Fifteen per cent of UAE online daters admitted to sharing their home address online. Getty Images
      Crazy in love: half of UAE online daters have experienced cyber attacks

      Oversharing of personal data on dating sites is leaving people vulnerable to cyber criminals

      UAEFebruary 14, 2018
      Drivers said they are used to receiving notification of speeding fines within days rather than weeks. Sammy Dallal / The National
      Motorists in UAE urged to take advantage of traffic fine discount while they still can

      Fees incurred nationwide before December 2, 2017, are eligible for 50 per cent discount if paid before March 1

      UAEFebruary 12, 2018
      The mountains of Ras Al Khaimah. Pawan Singh / The National
      Couple rescued after losing way in RAK mountains

      The pair were found by the rescue team 12 hours after they set out for a walk

      UAEFebruary 11, 2018
      A boy, 6, died after falling from the 11th floor in Abu Shagara area of Sharjah on Sunday.
      Dubai ambulances will now collect call out fees of upto Dh1,200 from insurers

      Dubai Ambulance service fees will be collected directly from the patient's insurance company while patients without insurance will be provided with the services for free

      UAEFebruary 08, 2018
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