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Weight-loss drugs such as Wegovy offer an alternative for patients reluctant to use injectable medicines. Photo: Alamy

More than 6,500 lose weight under Abu Dhabi health campaign

Campaign using latest medications hailed a success, with more potent drugs on the horizon

UAE

Why does the UAE celebrate Flag Day?

UAE
Participating restaurants must offer at least one qualifying dish in each adult menu category. Photo: Jure Ursic

Abu Dhabi menus to feature labels identifying healthier dishes

UAE

How to apply for Dubai tourist visa as application process eased

UAE
Building resilience for the world's growing energy needs

Building resilience for the world's growing energy needs

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Dubai delivery riders to be monitored by smart technology

UAE

Dubai launches workspaces in Al Barsha Pond Park

UAE

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    Dubai turns public park into co-working space

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    Sam Altman says humans must remain in control of AI

    Sam Altman says humans must remain in control of AI

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  • Sam Altman: AI has an energy problem

    Sam Altman: AI has an energy problem

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    Amos Hochstein: US must stand by allies in times of crisis

    Amos Hochstein: US must stand by allies in times of crisis

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  • UAE prepared for worst but seeks diplomatic solution to regional

    UAE prepared for worst but seeks diplomatic solution to regional

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    Thousands cycle along Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Ride 2026

    Thousands cycle along Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Ride 2026

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  • Falconry season soars to new heights in Abu Dhabi

    Falconry season soars to new heights in Abu Dhabi

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    Dubai Police warn against sudden swerving

    Dubai Police warn against sudden swerving

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  • Khor Fakkan Port expansion to strengthen Sharjah's role in regional trade

    Khor Fakkan Port expansion to strengthen Sharjah's role in regional trade

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    ‘I think we are in World War III’, says global strategist

    ‘I think we are in World War III’, says global strategist

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  • ‘US presence in the Gulf will change, not vanish’, says Parag Khanna

    ‘US presence in the Gulf will change, not vanish’, says Parag Khanna

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    UAE President jokes about jiu-jitsu lessons for hero flydubai pilot

    UAE President jokes about jiu-jitsu lessons for hero flydubai pilot

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  • Dubai turns public park into co-working space

    Dubai turns public park into co-working space

    Play01:17
  • Sam Altman says humans must remain in control of AI

    Sam Altman says humans must remain in control of AI

    Play01:28
  • Sam Altman: AI has an energy problem

    Sam Altman: AI has an energy problem

    Play00:50
  • Amos Hochstein: US must stand by allies in times of crisis

    Amos Hochstein: US must stand by allies in times of crisis

    Play00:43
  • UAE prepared for worst but seeks diplomatic solution to regional

    UAE prepared for worst but seeks diplomatic solution to regional

    Play01:40
  • Thousands cycle along Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Ride 2026

    Thousands cycle along Sheikh Zayed Road for Dubai Ride 2026

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  • Falconry season soars to new heights in Abu Dhabi

    Falconry season soars to new heights in Abu Dhabi

    Play01:30
  • Dubai Police warn against sudden swerving

    Dubai Police warn against sudden swerving

    Play00:11
  • Khor Fakkan Port expansion to strengthen Sharjah's role in regional trade

    Khor Fakkan Port expansion to strengthen Sharjah's role in regional trade

    Play00:42
  • ‘I think we are in World War III’, says global strategist

    ‘I think we are in World War III’, says global strategist

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  • ‘US presence in the Gulf will change, not vanish’, says Parag Khanna

    ‘US presence in the Gulf will change, not vanish’, says Parag Khanna

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  • UAE President jokes about jiu-jitsu lessons for hero flydubai pilot

    UAE President jokes about jiu-jitsu lessons for hero flydubai pilot

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Al Barsha Pond Park is the 'first flagship destination' for the Work from Park initiative. Chris Whiteoak / The National
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    Aldar enters Sharjah with Dh1.1bn residential acquisition

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Dubai has unveiled a membership programme to reward repeat visitors to the emirate. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Dubai launches tourism loyalty programme to reward repeat visitors

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed unveils major tourism push

UAE

Women encouraged to give blood in awareness drive

UAE

E-invoicing penalties for businesses updated

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UAE expresses solidarity with India over deadly helicopter crash

UAE

UAE sends 10,000 winter aid bags to Gaza as part of Operation Gallant Knight 3

UAE

Sheikha Latifa meets Emirati scholarship students in Seoul

UAE

How falconry season brings Emiratis together in Abu Dhabi

UAE



Abdulla Balalaa said December's water conference could not be approached as 'business as usual'. Photo: 2026 UN Water Conference

Call to world leaders for water summit in Abu Dhabi

UAE and Senegal to co-host UN Water Conference in December

UAE

Surprise drop in UAE petrol prices for November

Energy

AI agents 'are helping criminals to commit cyber crimes'

UAE

Ras Al Khaimah launches self-driving mobility framework

UAE

How the UAE's rocks and soil could become a vital resource for the space race

UAE

Europe's space chief looks to the UAE for collaborations on Moon exploration

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UAE contains oil spill as multi-agency operation continues along coastline

UAE



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UAE officials referred to military court over fraud allegations

Allegations include tampering with official data, documents and medical reports

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Etihad Rail sells 120,000 tickets in 30 days after expanding network

UAE

UAE fines foreign bank branch Dh200 million

UAE

Dubai Police arrest six over Dh2.6 million cryptocurrency fraud

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