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      Shireena Al Nowais is an Emirati journalist and a long-standing chief local reporter for The National
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      A farmer in Zambia tends to a maize farm affected by drought. Photo: EPA
      UAE to use AI to support millions of farmers in climate fight

      Four key strategies rolled out under partnership with Gates Foundation

      UAEDecember 08, 2025
      Dr Georges-Pascal Haber, chief executive of Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, says its progress in the past decade 'is nothing short of amazing'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play03:29
      InterviewCleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi sets out plans to create 'future of health care'

      Dr Georges-Pascal Haber looks to expand hospital and enhance treatment for patients around the world

      UAEDecember 05, 2025
      Abdulrahman Al Ahli (yellow) plays jenga. Children taken part in the Sheikha Shamma’s Mubarkiya Foundation project. Nabd Al Falah in Al Falah, Abu Dhabi. Chris Whiteoak / The National
      Play01:41
      Abu Dhabi youth foundation champions Emirati values to shape next generation

      Sheikha Shamma bint Khalifa bin Hamdan on the importance of instilling young people with the key values of responsibility and discipline

      UAENovember 28, 2025
      New rules around fostering will widen opportunities for children in need of families. Getty Images
      New law allows non-Emiratis to foster children in the UAE

      Upper age limit removed so all women over 30 can become foster carers

      UAENovember 25, 2025
      Omar Al Ahmadi has urged men to be proactive about their health after his cancer diagnosis. Victor Besa / The National
      Play01:46
      Young Emirati issues check-up plea to men after testicular cancer ordeal

      Omar Al Ahmadi encourages early screening to prevent advanced disease and improve outcomes

      UAENovember 20, 2025
      President Sheikh Mohamed with Dr Frauke Heard-Bey, who received an Abu Dhabi Award on behalf of her late husband, David Heard, at Qasr Al Hosn. Photo: UAE Presidential Court
      Wife pays tribute to late historian husband honoured by UAE President

      David Heard was honoured at the Abu Dhabi Awards for devoting decades to documenting the country's early development

      UAENovember 14, 2025
      President Sheikh Mohamed presents an Abu Dhabi Award to Rashid Abdullah Al Nuaimi, who was Minister of Foreign Affairs between 1977 and 1990. Abdulla Al Neyadi / UAE Presidential Court ---
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      President Sheikh Mohamed honours 'makers of hope' with Abu Dhabi Awards

      Ten citizens and residents recognised for contributions to UAE community at 20th anniversary of awards

      UAENovember 13, 2025
      Schools are placing importance on learning Arabic. Christopher Pike / The National
      First Dubai Education Expo outlines best private school and nursery options

      KHDA also unveils AI-powered consultation service

      UAENovember 09, 2025
      The prize was presented at a ceremony at Adipec by Dr Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology. Wam
      Life-saving ultrasound used for offshore treatment wins award at Adipec

      Inaugural prize of $1m issued in Abu Dhabi

      UAENovember 05, 2025
      Sheikh Khalifa Medical City is hosting a team of top US children's doctors as part of a collaboration with Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Victor Besa / The National
      Play08:08
      'Children are the future': Top US doctors team up with Abu Dhabi hospital

      Team from Cincinnati Children's Hospital already at work in Sheikh Khalifa Medical City

      UAEOctober 31, 2025
      Massimo Castellani is one of many to benefit from the surgery. Victor Besa / The National
      The amputees who can walk again thanks to pioneering bone-implant surgery

      Cutting-edge technology used to restore movement, sensation and stability that feels almost natural

      UAEOctober 17, 2025
      Gaza has been devastated by two years of war. Bloomberg
      'I can only pray for ceasefire to hold': Mixed emotions for Gazans in UAE

      Palestinian residents feel relief and doubt after Trump announces agreement on first phase of truce

      UAEOctober 09, 2025
      Abu Dhabi is seeking to nurture the next generation and boost the family unit. Victor Besa / The National
      Abu Dhabi expands early childhood drive to strengthen family bonds

      Initiative promotes child development and parental involvement through activities across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra

      UAEOctober 07, 2025
      Rahaf Ayyad in May, left, when she received lifesaving treatment, and in October, as she continues her recovery. Ahmed Ramzan for The National; Victor Besa / The National
      Play01:50
      Once critically ill, Gazan girl on road to recovery thanks to UAE doctors

      Rahaf Ayyad, 13, says she can run again and is looking forward to seeing her grandparents

      UAEOctober 06, 2025
      An Israeli strike on Nuseirat, in central Gaza. Peacemakers say building real peace requires vision over generations. Bloomberg
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      Important to maintain hope despite global conflicts, experts say

      UAEOctober 03, 2025
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