Police in Abu Dhabi have given a critically ill teenager the chance to fulfil her dream.
They flew 14-year-old Halima Al Balooshi on a helicopter from Al Tawam Hospital in Al Ain to a luxury beach resort, where she enjoyed the sunshine and sound of the waves.
Halima had dreamed of being a mermaid and said she'd use the experience to give her the strength to continue on her recovery.
UAE and Russia discuss expanding strategic cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov during his working visit to the UAE on Tuesday.
Dubai to hold Eid Al-Adha prayers at 937 mosques
Dubai’s Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department has completed preparations for Eid Al-Adha prayers at 937 mosques across the emirate.
Arafat Day is for 'forgiveness, mercy, faith': H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a special message on Tuesday describing Arafat Day as the day of "forgiveness, mercy, and completion of faith".
UAE floating hospital in Egypt treats more patients from Gaza
Two more patients from Gaza are being treated at the UAE floating hospital in Egypt's Al Arish.
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