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COVID-19: 240 new cases in UAE, 1 death

The UAE has confirmed 240 new cases of COVID-19, while one patient has died and another 12 have recovered.
Dubai expat arrested for promoting fake news

An Asian expat has been arrested in Dubai for posting a video on social media that promotes fake news.
Emirates announces free flights for Emiratis stranded abroad

UAE nationals who are currently stranded overseas will be flown home for free by Emirates Airline.
COVID-19: Dubai launches social solidarity fund

Dubai has announced the launch of a ‘Social Solidarity Fund’ to support the fight against COVID-19.

COVID-19 deaths in New York double in three days to nearly 3,000

The death toll from COVID-19 is increasing at a devastating pace in New York.
Number of COVID-19 cases worldwide breaks one million mark

The confirmed number of COVID-19 cases worldwide has passed one million.
Google location data shows impact of COVID-19 lockdown

Google has published charts indicating whether people around the world are complying with the lockdowns and restrictions in place due to COVID-19.
Pakistan overturns death sentence for key accused in Daniel Pearl murder

A court in Pakistan on Thursday overturned the death sentence of the key accused in the 2002 killing of American journalist Daniel Pearl.
Spain coronavirus death toll crosses 10,000

Spain set a record in number of coronavirus deaths with 950 confirmed fatalities in 24 hours, with the death toll crossing the 10,000 mark.

GCAA: passenger flights to remain suspended, only few exceptions

The suspension of inbound, outbound and transit passenger flights in the UAE is still in effect.
Wasl Asset Management announces relief measures for customers

A growing number of UAE-based companies are taking steps to ease the financial pressure on their customers following the outbreak of COVID-19.
Abu Dhabi waives AED 246 million in business penalties

The Abu Dhabi government is taking further steps to support businesses in the emirate.
Dubai government to inject capital into Emirates airline

The Dubai government will inject fresh equity into the Emirates Airline to help the carrier overcome the impact cause by the coronavirus pandemic.
CAFU to supply Dubai ambulances with free fuel

UAE-based on-demand fuel delivery service Cafu will provide ambulances in Dubai with free fuel for the next two weeks.

UEFA eyes football leagues restart by August

Domestic football leagues in Europe are being urged not to abandon competitions yet due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Manchester United's Rashford raises funds to feed vulnerable children

Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has raised over £100,000 to ensure children who relied on free school meals are still fed.
China halts restart of all sporting events amid coronavirus outbreak

China has ordered all major sporting events to remain suspended as the country faces a second wave of coronavirus cases from abroad.
WTA working on better pay, considers extending Tour

The Women's Tennis Association (WTA) said it is working to boost players' earnings when the sport resumes after the coronavirus shutdown.
New dates announced for 2021 Tokyo Olympics

The Tokyo Olympics will now take place between July 23 and August 8 next year.

JK Rowling launches Harry Potter at Home for children in lockdown

Author JK Rowling has launched an online Harry Potter hub to keep children educated and entertained while staying at home.
Lindsay Lohan teases new single amid pandemic

Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan is making a comeback with a new music single after a 12-year hiatus.
Elton John's coronavirus benefit gig raises $8 million for US charities

A star-studded concert, which featured some of the big names in the music industry performing from their homes, raised $8 million amid the coronavirus crisis.
UK royals urge mental health wellbeing during coronavirus lockdown

Britain's Prince William and his wife, duchess Kate, have stressed the importance of mental health during the coronavirus outbreak.
'Desperately Seeking Susan' star Mark Blum has died

Mark Blum, a co-star in the film 'Desperately Seeking Susan', has died from coronavirus complications, aged 69.

World's oldest man receives his certificate, from a safe distance

The world’s oldest man has officially been recognised as the UK's Robert Weighton, aged 112 and 1 day.
Indonesia offers reward for pulling tyre off crocodile's neck

Indonesian authorities are offering a reward to anyone who can remove a tyre stuck around the neck of a giant crocodile.
Thailand helps sea turtle swim again with prosthetic flippers

Goody, a turtle in Thailand who lost her left flipper years ago after she was entangled in a fishing net, can swim again.
Grandma charges family for Christmas dinner

A grandma in the UK is being criticised on the internet for her Christmas dinner.
This hotel costs less than $1 a night, but there's a catch!

A hotel in Japan is offering rooms for $1 (AED 3.67) per night. But that's if you're willing to have your stay livestreamed on the hotel's YouTube.

Here's how to register for Abu Dhabi's road toll system

With road tolls set to be introduced in Abu Dhabi from October 15, here is everything you need to know about registering your car for the system before it's too late.

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COVID-19: 240 new cases in UAE, 1 death
The UAE has confirmed 240 new cases of COVID-19, while one patient has died and another 12 have recovered.
Dubai expat arrested for promoting fake news
An Asian expat has been arrested in Dubai for posting a video on social media that promotes fake news.