Excavations in Umm Al Quwain have uncovered more than a dozen tombs and artefacts dating back to the first century.
Bronze statues, jewellery, pottery and coins from the time of Alexander the Great were discovered at the Ed-Dur archaeological site, which is one of the largest in the UAE.
The objective of the Department of Tourism and Antiquities is to learn more about the region’s history through identifying more burial sites.
Dubai Media Office denies Reuters report on explosions
The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO) has confirmed that a Reuters report about explosions in Downtown Dubai is false.
UAE streamlines higher education licensing under new national framework
The UAE is introducing a new national licensing system for higher education institutions to streamline regulation, strengthen governance and raise education standards.
Union House listed as first site on National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage
The Union House has been listed as the first site on the National Register of Modern Architectural Heritage, the Ministry of Culture announced on Thursday.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed offers condolences in call to Qatar's Emir
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has offered his condolences on the passing of Qatar's former Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
UAE President pays condolence visit to Qatar's Emir
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has visited Qatar to offer his condolences following the passing of Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani.
