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President Sheikh Mohamed is received by Sheikh Meshal, Emir of Kuwait. Hamad Al Kaabi / UAE Presidential Court

President Sheikh Mohamed lands in Kuwait hours after country attacked by Iran

One injured as Kuwaiti armed forces intercept four missiles and 10 drones

Blood test could boost detection of testicular cancer

The Dubai Metro Blue Line is set to transform the emirate. Photo: Dubai Media Office

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First phase of tunnelling complete on Dubai Metro Blue Line

Boy begins $2.8m treatment for rare muscle-wasting disease

The wreckage of the K2 Airways Boeing 737 cargo plane is retrieved by Pakistani rescuers. Reuters

Wreckage of crashed cargo plane found in Arabian Sea after 12-hour search

FNC approves draft law with fines up to Dh10m to protect cultural heritage

Abu Dhabi Environment Agency completes long-term survey to map oyster beds

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Dubai is pressing ahead with plans to boost connectivity, reduce reliance on cars and create more cycling and walking routes. Chris Whiteoak / The National.

Dubai action plan aims to cut congestion and pave way for healthier future

Fewer cars, more walking and cycling options part of emirate's development strategy

Sheikh Mansour announces new court for human trafficking cases in Abu Dhabi

Tethered plastic bottle tops could cut microplastic pollution in UAE

Etihad Rail fines set between Dh100 and Dh10,000 for breaking rules

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IB pupils in the UAE receive their results on July 6, even though exams were cancelled this year. Photo: Gems Education

Pupils across UAE celebrate IB results despite disruption caused by Iran war

Successful results reflect resilience of pupils, says IB Association chairman

UAE revokes licence of Horizon University College over 'severe breaches'

UAE field hospital in Gaza receives visit from UN

Dubai crash families get financial lifeline from Indian businessman's Dh1m fund

Fursan Al Emarat jets fly in US skies for first time as America turns 250

UAE pledges $30m for civilians in Sudan’s Al Obeid

UAE sends 416 more tonnes of supplies to Gaza under aid drive

Fursan Al Emarat, the UAE's aerobatic team, over New York on July 4. AFP

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Fursan Al Emarat jets fly in US skies for first time as America turns 250

Fly-past planned to help deliver UAE’s message of 'peace, friendship and international co-operation'

UAE pledges $30m for civilians in Sudan’s Al Obeid

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