Inspections are being stepped up in Dubai's food establishments ahead of Eid Al Adha.
Teams from the municipality are closely monitoring the preparation, storage and transport of food items.
They are also implementing hygiene and safety awareness campaigns for workers.
The checks are mainly focused on restaurants, bakeries, traditional kitchens as well as outlets selling Arabic sweets.
No injuries reported after debris incident in central Dubai
Authorities have confirmed on Friday that debris from an interception had caused a minor incident on the façade of a building in central Dubai.
UAE air forces respond to incoming missile threats on Friday
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has announced early on Friday that air defence systems are responding to missile threats.
UAE air defences intercept 10 ballistic missiles and 26 drones on Thursday
The UAE air defence systems intercepted 10 ballistic missiles and 26 drones on Thursday, according to figures released by the Ministry of Defence.
UAE allows residents with expired residency visas to re-enter
The UAE has decided to allow those with expired residency permits to return to the country without applying for a new visa or incurring any fines due to regional developments.
