Police in Abu Dhabi have given a critically ill teenager the chance to fulfil her dream.
They flew 14-year-old Halima Al Balooshi on a helicopter from Al Tawam Hospital in Al Ain to a luxury beach resort, where she enjoyed the sunshine and sound of the waves.
Halima had dreamed of being a mermaid and said she'd use the experience to give her the strength to continue on her recovery.
UAE joins regional partners in condemning actions at Al Aqsa Mosque
The UAE has joined seven regional countries in condemning what they described as Israeli escalations at the Al Aqsa Mosque compound in occupied East Jerusalem.
UAE condemns attack by Houthi group on Saudi-flagged vessel
The United Arab Emirates has condemned in the strongest terms the attack by the Houthi group targeting the Saudi-flagged vessel Encelia while sailing in the Red Sea.
UAE President discusses future developments with Ruler of Fujairah
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held talks with His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah.
UAE launches 'National Readiness Programme' for Emirati school graduates
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