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President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent cables of congratulations to kings, presidents and emirs of Arab and Islamic countries, on the advent of Eid Al Adha. In his messages, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed wished health and happiness to the leaders and further progress and prosperity …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has asked the official in charge of the UAE Hajj pilgrimage mission about the well-being of the country’s pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. During a phone call with Dr. Mohammed Matar Al Kaabi, Chairman of the General Authority of Islamic Affairs and Endowments, His …

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to the Prime Minister of Japan, Fumio Kishida, on the death of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, sent a similar …

The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) announced that it conducted 286,631 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 UAE has successfully integrated the digital lifestyle into everyday living of its citizens and residents, through creating smart telecommunications and digital transformation infrastructure, further advancing its status as an inspiring model of development and digitisation. In a statement to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), Dr. Mohammed Hamad Al Kuwaiti, …

Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe is dead after being shot on Friday while delivering a stump speech in the western city of Nara two days ahead of a national election, a ruling party source was quoted as saying by Kyodo News. Japan’s longest-serving leader was attacked by a 41-year-old …

Rafael Nadal withdrew from Wimbledon, citing an abdominal muscle tear, the night before his scheduled semifinal with Nick Kyrgios, sending Kyrgios into Sunday’s final. Nadal, the record 22-time Grand Slam men’s singles champion reportedly said Thursday night that he had abdominal “issues” for the last week. The pain accelerated in …

Abu Dhabi will create an exciting line-up of festive experiences this Eid Al Adha, offering residents and visitors a weekend packed with unmissable events, from immersive cultural experiences to stunning fireworks, a family-fun gaming festival and unmissable ‘staycation’ offers. Spectacular fireworks will light up the skies of Abu Dhabi Corniche, …

“Islamic Affairs and Endowments” Eid al-Adha prayer times: Abu Dhabi: 5:57 AM Dubai: 5:52 AM Sharjah: 5:51 AM Ajman: 5:51 AM Umm Al Quwain: 5:50 AM Ras Al Khaimah: 5:48 AM Fujairah: 5:48 AM Al Ain: 5:51 AM Al Dhafra: 6:02 AM Khorfakkan: 5:48 AM

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced today his resignation from the leadership of the ruling Conservative Party. At a press conference held at the government headquarters in the British capital of London, Johnson said the timetable for choosing a new party leader will be announced next week, indicating that he …