Local News from Tuesday, October 6th, 2026
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UAE becomes first Arab state to join Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research
The UAE has joined the Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) as an associate member, becoming the first Arab state to join the international body in its 68-year history.
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UAE begins implementing limits on salt, sugar and fat in food items
The UAE's Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has begun implementing a new resolution that sets caps on sodium, sugar and fat levels in selected food products.
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UAE condemns attack on WFP aid convoy in Sudan
The UAE has strongly condemned an aerial attack on two World Food Programme-contracted trucks carrying food supplies between Dilling and Kadugli in Sudan's South Kordofan State.
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Dubai arrests 2 suspects in AED11.8 million phone scam
Two individuals have been arrested in Dubai for posing as employees of official and international entities and defrauding several residents in a phone scam that totalled AED 11.8 million.
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UAE President, Jordanian King discuss boosting ties during call
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed enhancing cooperation in key sectors during a call with Jordanian King Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein on Tuesday.
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UAE probe reveals motive behind flydubai co-pilot's terror attackUAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said investigations into flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed the co-pilot began a "premeditated terrorist plot" to seize control of the aircraft and use it to launch a "suicide attack" targeting Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv.
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UAE launches urgent storm relief for ParaguayThe UAE has launched an urgent relief campaign to support families in Paraguay rebuild their lives after recent thunderstorms left several homes, buildings and properties severely damaged.
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UAE flights to Riyadh face disruptions after Houthi attacksEtihad Airways and flydubai have announced cancellations of flights to Saudi Arabia's capital city of Riyadh for two days after Houthi missile attacks targetted King Khalid International Airport.
