The UAE’s national campaign against measles has got off to a positive start, with a training session for 120 medical experts. The MMR vaccination programme will start in November. The Ministry of Health is encouraging all citizens and UAE residents to receive a booster jab, regardless of any previous administered vaccinations. Its aim is to ensure 95% of the UAE population is vaccinated- as recommended by the World Health Organization.
Etihad Airways extends Abu Dhabi-Riyadh flight cancellations
Etihad Airways announced on Saturday more flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh have been cancelled until October 12 due to an "operational disruption" at Riyadh airport.
UAE rescues 22 after oil tanker catches fire in Arabian Gulf
The UAE National Guard has announced on Saturday its coast guards rescued 22 crew members who were aboard an oil tanker that caught fire in the Arabian Gulf waters.
UAE probe reveals motive behind flydubai co-pilot's 'suicide attack'
UAE 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.
UAE launches urgent storm relief for Paraguay
The 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.
Etihad Airways announced on Saturday more flights between Abu Dhabi and Riyadh have been cancelled until October 12 due to an "operational disruption" at Riyadh airport.
The UAE National Guard has announced on Saturday its coast guards rescued 22 crew members who were aboard an oil tanker that caught fire in the Arabian Gulf waters.
UAE 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.
