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Boeing 737 Max 7’s approval faces new tests from US regulators

The Federal Aviation Administration in an October 12 letter ordered the planemaker to study the impact of pilot performance on a broader range of potential failures

Uber has new safety feature update

Uber launches app update to ensure safety of riders

Riders will be encouraged to turn on Trusted Contacts, PIN Verification as well as enable RideCheck when they open the app

NIA unveils world’s first AC safety helmet for construction workers at Expo 2020 Dubai

The product launch is part of the India Innovation Hub initiative by the Indian Pavilion at the World Expo 2020

Tesla dealt big blow as almost all cars in China need safety fix

In most cases, the fix should be able to be made remotely with an online update to the cars’ active cruise control feature

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Abu Dhabi outlines safety measures for Ramadan 2021

Covid-19 patients should consult a doctor before fasting, the Abu Dhabi Emergency, Crisis and Disasters Committee has recommended

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Saudi says no cases of blood clots recorded among those who have been vaccinated

The Saudi Food and Drug Authority confirmed that over 2.3 million doses of the vaccine have been administered in the kingdom

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UAE’s Etihad to begin trials for IATA Travel Pass on select routes in March – official

Etihad recently became the first airline in the world with 100 per cent of its operating pilots and cabin crew vaccinated

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Abu Dhabi announces e-learning for all school students for first two weeks of new term

The decision was made to protect the health and safety of students, teachers and school staff, officials said

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UAE National Day fireworks at the Palm Fountain cancelled for ‘safety reasons’

The special shows are taking place between December 1-3

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UAE once again chosen as the ‘top country to live in’ by Arab youth

Nearly half of young Arabs have considered leaving their country, due to lack of opportunities and corrupt governance, finds annual Asda’a BCW survey

Private schools in Dubai can opt for a suitable teaching approach

Schools are encouraged to implement innovative solutions to ensure high safety standards in the current environment

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Abu Dhabi confirms school campuses can reopen for the new academic year

Schools in the UAE capital have to announce their reopening models by July 30

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UAE’s ENEC completes construction of second unit of Barakah nuclear energy plant

Located in Al Dhafrah, the Barakah plant is one of the largest nuclear energy new build projects in the world

Dubai launches marine agency to regulate, promote dhow sector

The agency will be the only entity responsible for dealing with dhows during their presence in Dubai waters

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Over 80% of UAE firms faced a cyber-attack in 2019: Are you protected?

With remote working, there is an added impetus on organisations to find and fix the weakest links when it comes to cyber security

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Covid-19: Dubai issues new guidelines on wearing masks

Individuals who require supplemental oxygen or have severe respiratory disorders, people of determination and children under the age of six are exempted from wearing a mask

How the coronavirus will help reshape the construction industry 

The post Covid-19 era will face challenges in developing and managing urbanisation, reinforcing the value of investing in sustainable and resilient infrastructure

Bee’ah launches disinfection pods to optimise safety amid virus concerns

There is also the option to mount a thermal scanning system at the entrance of the disinfection pods to undertake contactless monitoring of body temperatures

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Saudi King extends curfew until further notice

The extension comes as the kingdom reported 382 new coronavirus cases as well as five deaths on Saturday

Dubai’s DHA partners with TikTok to launch #ThankYouHeroes Challenge

TikTok also partnered with entities such as the World Health Organisation and UNICEF MENA to help the community gather accurate information about Covid-19 prevention methods