The UAE has confirmed 1,798 new cases of COVID-19 from 256,181 tests.
Another 1,492 people have recovered, taking the overall recovery tally to 473,398.
Meanwhile, four more patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,541.
A total of 489,495 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 14,556 are currently active.
UAE strengthens child protection measures
The UAE has introduced changes to its laws governing the care of children of unknown parentage, expanding custody options and strengthening child protection measures.
Dubai gears up for New Year celebrations
Dubai authorities have begun final preparations for the New Year celebrations, holding a coordination meeting to review security and operational plans across the emirate.
UAE braces for unsettled weather over coming week
The UAE's National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) says a surface low-pressure system will affect the country from December 13 to 19, bringing periods of instability.
Dubai Police take action after birthday road fire stunt
Dubai Police have taken legal action against a man who set fire to a public road to celebrate his birthday, after a video of the incident circulated on social media.
