• The Third Place Cafe on the Corniche in Abu Dhabi has a sticker to remind customers of Covid-19 precautions. Victor Besa / The National
    The Third Place Cafe on the Corniche in Abu Dhabi has a sticker to remind customers of Covid-19 precautions. Victor Besa / The National
  • An 'X' reminds people of the need for physical distancing at the Third Place Cafe. Victor Besa / The National
    An 'X' reminds people of the need for physical distancing at the Third Place Cafe. Victor Besa / The National
  • The Third Place Cafe in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
    The Third Place Cafe in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
  • Sanitation workers at Haddins Fitness, Zayed Sports City. Victor Besa / The National
    Sanitation workers at Haddins Fitness, Zayed Sports City. Victor Besa / The National
  • Fitness buff Natalie Navikova exercises at Cobra Fitness Abu Dhabi at Al Bandar. Victor Besa / The National
    Fitness buff Natalie Navikova exercises at Cobra Fitness Abu Dhabi at Al Bandar. Victor Besa / The National
  • CrossFit class at Vogue Fitness Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
    CrossFit class at Vogue Fitness Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
  • Hotel beaches are now open to guests at the Ramada Abu Dhabi Corniche after Covid-19 restrictions eased. Victor Besa / The National
    Hotel beaches are now open to guests at the Ramada Abu Dhabi Corniche after Covid-19 restrictions eased. Victor Besa / The National
  • Residents wear face masks as they walk in Abu Dhabi city centre. Victor Besa / The National
    Residents wear face masks as they walk in Abu Dhabi city centre. Victor Besa / The National
  • People walk along near the Ramada Hotel Abu Dhabi Corniche during the pandemic. Victor Besa / The National
    People walk along near the Ramada Hotel Abu Dhabi Corniche during the pandemic. Victor Besa / The National
  • A man on his e-scooter travels along the Corniche in Abu Dhabi as the sun sets. Victor Besa / The National
    A man on his e-scooter travels along the Corniche in Abu Dhabi as the sun sets. Victor Besa / The National

Coronavirus: UAE records 224 new cases


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The UAE reported 224 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday, bringing its overall tally of infections to 893,862.

Another 591 people beat the virus, taking the tally of recoveries to 874,040.

The death toll stands at 2,302, with no additions recorded since March 7.

The latest figures were revealed after a further 233,862 PCR tests. About 150 million tests have been conducted in the country to date.

Mass testing and one of the world's fastest vaccination drives have helped the UAE curb the pandemic.

Authorities have reported that 100 per cent of the eligible population have received one Covid-19 vaccine dose, while 97.35 per cent have been fully vaccinated.

But officials cautioned the public against complacency in the fight against the pandemic.

Dr Farida Al Hosani, the spokeswoman for the UAE's healthcare sector, urged people to continue to wear a mask in in-door settings, sanitise hands and avoid crowded places.

“Covid is still out there, and maintaining safety measures is still very important,” Dr Al Hosani said.

UAE malls decorated for Ramadan - in pictures

  • Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Ramadan decorations up at the Waterfront Market, Deira, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Times Square Centre in Dubai has a mini majlis set-up. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Times Square Centre in Dubai has a mini majlis set-up. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Crescent moon decorations adorn City Walk, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Crescent moon decorations adorn City Walk, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Elegant decorations at City Walk. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Elegant decorations at City Walk. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Festive decorations at the Galleria Mall Extension, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    Festive decorations at the Galleria Mall Extension, Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • Crescent moons and stars feature prominently in Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    Crescent moons and stars feature prominently in Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • Visitors admire the decorations at Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
    Visitors admire the decorations at Galleria Mall. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
  • A sign at Dubai World Trade Centre wishes everyone Ramadan Kareem, which in Arabic means 'generous Ramadan'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A sign at Dubai World Trade Centre wishes everyone Ramadan Kareem, which in Arabic means 'generous Ramadan'. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Children enjoy the festive Ramadan decor at Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
    Children enjoy the festive Ramadan decor at Al Wahda Mall, Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National
  • Visitors stop for photos at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    Visitors stop for photos at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • Ramadan decorations are spread throughout Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    Ramadan decorations are spread throughout Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • A dainty ornament at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    A dainty ornament at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • Window displays at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    Window displays at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • Ramadan lanterns at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    Ramadan lanterns at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • Shoppers walk under ceiling decorations at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
    Shoppers walk under ceiling decorations at Al Wahda Mall. Victor Besa / The National
  • A large installation at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
    A large installation at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Lights set the festive mood at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National
    Lights set the festive mood at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Crescent moons hang from the ceilings at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National
    Crescent moons hang from the ceilings at Mall of the Emirates. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A seasonal banner at Times Square Centre in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    A seasonal banner at Times Square Centre in Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National
  • Times Square Centre has been decked out for the holy month. Chris Whiteoak / The National
    Times Square Centre has been decked out for the holy month. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Who is Ramon Tribulietx?

Born in Spain, Tribulietx took sole charge of Auckland in 2010 and has gone on to lead the club to 14 trophies, including seven successive Oceania Champions League crowns. Has been tipped for the vacant New Zealand national team job following Anthony Hudson's resignation last month. Had previously been considered for the role. 

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How tumultuous protests grew
  • A fuel tax protest by French drivers appealed to wider anti-government sentiment
  • Unlike previous French demonstrations there was no trade union or organised movement involved 
  • Demonstrators responded to online petitions and flooded squares to block traffic
  • At its height there were almost 300,000 on the streets in support
  • Named after the high visibility jackets that drivers must keep in cars 
  • Clashes soon turned violent as thousands fought with police at cordons
  • An estimated two dozen people lost eyes and many others were admitted to hospital 
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THE BIO

Bio Box

Role Model: Sheikh Zayed, God bless his soul

Favorite book: Zayed Biography of the leader

Favorite quote: To be or not to be, that is the question, from William Shakespeare's Hamlet

Favorite food: seafood

Favorite place to travel: Lebanon

Favorite movie: Braveheart

Mina Cup winners

Under 12 – Minerva Academy

Under 14 – Unam Pumas

Under 16 – Fursan Hispania

Under 18 – Madenat

The Facility’s Versatility

Between the start of the 2020 IPL on September 20, and the end of the Pakistan Super League this coming Thursday, the Zayed Cricket Stadium has had an unprecedented amount of traffic.
Never before has a ground in this country – or perhaps anywhere in the world – had such a volume of major-match cricket.
And yet scoring has remained high, and Abu Dhabi has seen some classic encounters in every format of the game.
 
October 18, IPL, Kolkata Knight Riders tied with Sunrisers Hyderabad
The two playoff-chasing sides put on 163 apiece, before Kolkata went on to win the Super Over
 
January 8, ODI, UAE beat Ireland by six wickets
A century by CP Rizwan underpinned one of UAE’s greatest ever wins, as they chased 270 to win with an over to spare
 
February 6, T10, Northern Warriors beat Delhi Bulls by eight wickets
The final of the T10 was chiefly memorable for a ferocious over of fast bowling from Fidel Edwards to Nicholas Pooran
 
March 14, Test, Afghanistan beat Zimbabwe by six wickets
Eleven wickets for Rashid Khan, 1,305 runs scored in five days, and a last session finish
 
June 17, PSL, Islamabad United beat Peshawar Zalmi by 15 runs
Usman Khawaja scored a hundred as Islamabad posted the highest score ever by a Pakistan team in T20 cricket

Key figures in the life of the fort

Sheikh Dhiyab bin Isa (ruled 1761-1793) Built Qasr Al Hosn as a watchtower to guard over the only freshwater well on Abu Dhabi island.

Sheikh Shakhbut bin Dhiyab (ruled 1793-1816) Expanded the tower into a small fort and transferred his ruling place of residence from Liwa Oasis to the fort on the island.

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Shakhbut (ruled 1818-1833) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further as Abu Dhabi grew from a small village of palm huts to a town of more than 5,000 inhabitants.

Sheikh Khalifa bin Shakhbut (ruled 1833-1845) Repaired and fortified the fort.

Sheikh Saeed bin Tahnoon (ruled 1845-1855) Turned Qasr Al Hosn into a strong two-storied structure.

Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa (ruled 1855-1909) Expanded Qasr Al Hosn further to reflect the emirate's increasing prominence.

Sheikh Shakhbut bin Sultan (ruled 1928-1966) Renovated and enlarged Qasr Al Hosn, adding a decorative arch and two new villas.

Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan (ruled 1966-2004) Moved the royal residence to Al Manhal palace and kept his diwan at Qasr Al Hosn.

Sources: Jayanti Maitra, www.adach.ae

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Norway v Spain, Saturday, 10.45pm, UAE

THE BIO

Born: Mukalla, Yemen, 1979

Education: UAE University, Al Ain

Family: Married with two daughters: Asayel, 7, and Sara, 6

Favourite piece of music: Horse Dance by Naseer Shamma

Favourite book: Science and geology

Favourite place to travel to: Washington DC

Best advice you’ve ever been given: If you have a dream, you have to believe it, then you will see it.

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Updated: April 10, 2022, 10:35 AM