A hotline to report child abuse is now operational in the country. The helpline number 116111 was launched on the sidelines of the second global summit on ending online child sexual exploitation, taking place in Abu Dhabi. People can inform the police about any such violations by dialing the number or by using the Hemayati smartphone app. Globally, the exploitation of children has increased by 1,500% since 1988.
Road closures announced for Dubai Run
Road closures will be in place on Sunday, November 24, to make way for the Dubai Run, as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge.
Dubai Airports welcomes travellers with special stamp
In a heartfelt tribute to the UAE's Founding Fathers, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Dubai Airports and the General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) are welcoming travellers with a special stamp featuring the 'Zayed and Rashid' logo.
UAE steps up support for Sudanese refugees in Uganda
The UAE has provided 30,000 relief food packages to Sudanese refugees at the Kiryandongo Refugee Camp in Uganda.
Al Ain to host 53rd Eid Al Etihad official ceremony
The Organising Committee for the 53rd Eid Al Etihad Celebration has announced that this year’s official ceremony will take place in Al Ain.
