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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has emphasised the importance of the Gulf remaining united in the face of adversity. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid urges Gulf unity and rejects attempts to sow division

Vice President and Ruler of Dubai highlights need for region to stand together

Still sweating in October? UAE temperatures remain high as El Nino intensifies

The Northern Emirates is set to experience more wet weather this week. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Parts of UAE hit by heavy rain and hail as alert issued over 50kph winds

Reportage Group and Sabah Investment Group showcase Sea Breeze Projects in Azerbaijan

Prevention becomes predictive: How Abu Dhabi is learning to read health risks before symptoms appear

Prevention becomes predictive: How Abu Dhabi is learning to read health risks before symptoms appear

Your lung health should not have to wait

Pierre Fabre Laboratories’ new Dubai hub highlights bold plans for regional growth

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Nick Coats reached Turkey after running unsupported through the wilderness of northern Greece and Albania

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Robert Pether, a former Dubai resident and Australian engineer, says speaking to his family gave him the strength to pull through the "dark times" during five years in detention in Iraq. Photo: Screen grab / Reuters

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Abu Dhabi's IMI rejects UK Ofcom report into Telegraph bid

Investor confidence in Gulf remains strong despite war

UAE weather: Speed limits reduced after morning fog alerts in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Gazans prepare to return home from Emirates Humanitarian City

President Sheikh Mohamed offers condolences to Saudi King after airport strikes

Sheikha Latifa hosts international women leaders' majlis in Dubai

Let's Talk Riz Corner Cafe's licence was suspended for failing to resolve repeated food safety violations. Photo: ADAFSA

Abu Dhabi shuts down cafe over public health risk

Business will remain closed until food safety issues resolved

Dozens arrested in Sharjah crackdown on $2.4bn global money-laundering scheme

New Dubai footbridge and Sharjah buses to improve access to Etihad Rail stations

Abu Dhabi acts against two doctors over medication violations

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