The response time to emergencies, is improving in Dubai. Officials say paramedics are making significant progress in treating patients suffering from a stroke or cardiac arrest. Meanwhile, the emirate's ambulance service is aiming to cut down its response time from the current average of eight minutes to four minutes in the next five years. Last year, Dubai bought the world’s fastest ambulance, a Lotus Evora that can go up to 300 km/h.
10 million meals for Gaza in tribute to late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
More than 10 million meals will be prepared for people in Gaza as part of a major humanitarian initiative honouring the legacy of the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who passed away earlier this week.
UAE announces suspension of Iranian airlines' flights
Flights operated by Iranian airlines to and from the UAE have been suspended until further notice, according to the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA).
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed receives condolences on passing of Sheikh Ahmed
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, continued to receive condolences at Zabeel Majlis on Wednesday following the passing of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Sheikh Abdullah meets President of Ecuador on UNGA81 sidelines
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has affirmed the UAE's keenness to deepen its partnership with Ecuador during a meeting with the country's President Daniel Noboa in New York.
