The Environment and Protected Areas Authority in Sharjah (EPAA) announced the first birth of the Arabian Tahr at Al Hefaiyah Mountain Conservation Centre. This took place in the centre's new expansion that was opened at the beginning of last March by H.H. Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah.
Category: Living in UAE
Emirates Awarded certified Autism Centre Designation for all check-in facilities in Dubai
Emirates has earned the Certified Autism Center Designation for all its Dubai Check-In facilities, including Emirates City Check-in and Travel Store in DIFC, Emirates Cruise Check-In at Port Rashid and Dubai Harbour, Emirates City Check-In in Ajman, and the dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB). This achievement aligns with Dubai's commitment to accessible travel and coincides with World Autism Awareness Day on 2nd April.
National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, ne’ma reducing food waste and redistributing meals during Ramadan
The National Food Loss and Waste Initiative, ne'ma, has launched the Food Rescue Programme, as part of its Count Your ne’ma campaign, running throughout Ramadan.
Coinciding with Zayed Humanitarian Day, observed on the 19th of Ramadan each year to, commemorate the philanthropic legacy of UAE Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the campaign stands to remind the community to be mindful of the blessing of food and encourage simple behavioural changes to reduce contribution to food loss and waste, in line with Emirati traditions and values.
SEWA installs 91,155 smart water meters in various areas
The Sharjah Electricity, Water and Gas Authority (SEWA) has successfully installed 91,155 smart water metres in different parts of Sharjah, marking a significant milestone in the city’s water management efforts. The Authority plans to install 125,000 smart water metres by 2024.These smart metres offer higher accuracy compared to traditional metres and allow for precise monitoring...
Rain, strong winds expected as UAE affected by low-pressure
National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has anticipated a change in weather conditions as a deepening upper-air trough brings scattered showers and strong winds starting this Sunday.
In an advisory tonight, NCM forecasts an increase in cloud cover with the potential for light to moderate rainfall. There is a chance of heavier downpours with intervals of lightning and thunder, leading to a noticeable drop in temperatures.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid receives Ramadan well-wishers in Dubai
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, received well-wishers at a Ramadan reception in the emirate on Tuesday.
Corporate Tax registration requests can now be submitted at 23 government service centres across emirates: FTA
The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has made the service to submit Corporate Tax registration requests available through 23 Government Service Centres located across the UAE.
UAE extends passport validity to 10 years
Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cabinet on Monday approved a significant enhancement, extending the validity of the Emirati passport from five to 10 years for citizens aged 21 and above.
Emirates Robotics Competition’s second edition sees 200 students from 14 universities design and create recycling robots
The second edition of the Emirates Robotics Competition, has organised in partnership between Dubai Future Labs, Khalifa University, and Rochester Institute of Technology, has concluded with the participation of 53 teams from 14 national and international universities.
SCI completes first project of its Ramadan campaign
The Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has finished distributing the “Ramadan Basket” project, which comes within the projects of its Ramadan campaign and aims to help needy families provide Ramadan supplies and basic needs throughout the holy month of Ramadan.