One of Ras Al Khaimah's most iconic roundabouts is getting a makeover.
Construction work has started on the emirate's 'Boat Roundabout' in a bid to give the area a new look.
Videos have been widely shared on social media of a crane lifting the famous dhow from the area.
However, authorities in Ras al Khaimah say the boat will be returned to the roundabout after maintenance work is completed.
Ukraine imposes first wartime tax hikes
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Dubai Chambers, Standard Chartered to support global expansion of local businesses
Dubai Chambers and Standard Chartered signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance collaboration aimed at fostering the growth of UAE businesses and supporting their expansion into promising global markets.
OPEC+ postpones output policy meeting to December 5
The OPEC+ alliance of oil-producing countries has postponed its next meeting on output policy to December 5 from December 1 to avoid a conflict with another event, OPEC said on Thursday.
UAE, Philippines expand cooperation
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Microsoft faces wide-ranging US antitrust probe
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Marking the annually observed Martyr's Day on November 30, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan expressed deep gratitude to those who gave their lives "defending justice, peace, and the principles of humanity."
Dubai Police and the Knowledge and Human Development Authority in Dubai (KHDA) signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance the school education system by creating a safe and sustainable learning environment.
Several UAE rulers have pardoned hundreds of prisoners in their respective emirate ahead of the 53rd Eid al-Etihad on December 2, the latest being Umm al-Quwain.
