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.
UAE carriers extend flight cancellations to Saudi Arabia amid regional disruption
Etihad Airways and flydubai have cancelled more flights between the UAE and several cities in Saudi Arabia following the airport attack on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh on Saturday.
Fire contained at warehouse in Abu Dhabi's Al Dhafra area
Abu Dhabi authorities have successfully contained a fire that broke out at a warehouse in the Al Dhafra area on Sunday evening.
UAE strongly condemns Houthi attacks on King Khalid International Airport
The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the attacks launched by the Houthi group on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
2 UAE convoys deliver 259 tonnes of food aid to Gaza
Two UAE humanitarian aid convoys comprising 20 trucks carrying 259 tonnes of food supplies have entered the Gaza Strip this week under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
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.
RTA presented Dubai-it award for Institutions in the Field of Government
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority has been presented with the Dubai-it Award for Institutions in the Field of Government.
UAE President renames Al Ain airport to Tahnoun International Airport
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed the renaming of Al Ain International Airport to Tahnoun International Airport, in honour of the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan.
RTA launches trial of 'Dubai Glydways' autonomous electric transport system
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial operations of the "Dubai Glydways" autonomous transport system at Bluewaters Island.
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