The UAE is taking steps to control an insect that's harming date palms in the region.
They've pledged $2 million (AED 7.3 million) to help eradicate the red palm weevil, a killer insect that infects trees and kills it from within.
A United Nations-backed regional fund is looking to raise $20 million to combat the threat.
Dubai authorities urge caution amid unstable weather
Dubai authorities are urging the public to take precautions as unstable weather is forecast from Wednesday, December 17, through to Friday, December 19.
Dubai unveils unified platform to drive future innovation
Dubai is launching a unified platform to advance research, development and innovation across the emirate.
UAE announces new cut-off age for KG, Grade 1 school admissions
Starting the 2026–2027 academic year, the cut-off age for admissions to Kindergarten and Grade 1 will shift to December 31, from the previous date of August 31.
Dubai Police recognised as world’s most agile police force
Dubai Police has been named the world’s most agile police organisation after receiving accreditation from the Business Agility Institute.
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