A three day celebration is underway at the Sharjah International Airport to mark UAE’s 48th National Day.
The celebrations include performances from a traditional band, henna art, face painting for kids and an opportunity to take a photograph with a falcon.
The celebrations will continue until Tuesday, December 3.
Storms forecast to intensify across UAE by Thursday
The heavy rain and storms affecting the country since Sunday are forecast to continue on Wednesday, before reaching a peak on Thursday and overnight into Friday.
UAE air defences intercept 5 missiles, 17 drones on Tuesday
The United Arab Emirates air defences intercepted five ballistic missiles and 17 drones on Tuesday, according to a statement from the Ministry of Defence (MoD).
UAE hosts Eid Al Fitr carnival for children in Gaza
An Eid Al Fitr carnival for children has been held in the Gaza Strip under the UAE's Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, as part of continuing efforts to bring joy to children in difficult circumstances.
UAE carries out over 8,000 inspections across markets to protect consumers
The Ministry of Economy and Tourism, in cooperation with the economic development departments across the UAE, carried out around 8,168 inspection visits to markets from February 28 to March 17.
