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Charles III has been proclaimed as King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland at a ceremony at St James’s Palace, the BBC reported. Charles became king immediately following the death of his mother Queen Elizabeth II, but a historic meeting formally confirmed his role on Saturday. …

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 219,442 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment. In a statement, the Ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and …

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and the World Green Economy Organisation (WGEO) announced that the theme of the 8th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) is “Climate Action Leadership through Collaboration: The Roadmap to Net-zero.” The theme reflects the UAE’s vision of advancing climate action, strengthening partnerships and international efforts …

“Queen Elizabeth was a life well lived,” King Charles III said, as he renewed his “darling Mama’s” promise of lifelong service, BBC reported. In an emotional first address to the nation, he praised her warmth, humour and ability to see the best in people. Prince William and Catherine will become …

Concerning media reporting on the deportation of select workers from African countries in the UAE, Saeed Al Hebsi, Director of the Human Rights Department at the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, has confirmed that these allegations are categorically false and a mere repetition of claims that were …

Premier League games are to be postponed this weekend following the death of Queen Elizabeth II. A statement read: “At a meeting this morning, Premier League clubs paid tribute to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. To honour her extraordinary life and contribution to the nation, and as a mark of …

Etihad Rail has announced the successful completion of the connection between the railway freight terminal at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), which is the largest inland freight railway terminal in the country, and the UAE National Rail Network. The Company completed tracklaying works and conducting successful tests on …

Dubai Media Office: Jebel Ali Port in Dubai will host a 96-round gun salute conducted by a UK Royal Navy ship in honour of the Queen Elizabeth II – one round for each year of her life. The ceremony will be held at 4.00 pm local time today, September 9.

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 242,769 additional COVID-19 tests over the past 24 hours, using state-of-the-art medical testing equipment. In a statement, the Ministry stressed its aim to continue expanding the scope of testing nationwide to facilitate the early detection of coronavirus cases and …

The Premier League and EFL cancelled their fixtures this weekend as professional football in England will be postponed as a mark of respect following the death of Queen Elizabeth II on Thursday. As the UK enters a period of national mourning, other sports will also be making a decision as to whether they will postpone their events this …