Emirati man succumbs to Coronavirus
Death toll of SARS-like virus rises to 11 worldwide, but health authorities in the UAE say there's no reason to panic.
March 28, 2013 3:16
WHO Confirms 15th Case Of Deadly New Virus In Saudi Arabia
A Saudi man infected with a deadly new virus from the same family as SARS has died, becoming the ninth…
March 13, 2013 11:41
Four new cases of SARS-like virus in GCC
Among the symptoms in the confirmed cases are a fever, coughing and breathing difficulties.
November 23, 2012 8:41
Qatari man critically ill in UK with SARS-like virus
The WHO said the Qatari patient had gone to the doctor on September 3, 2012, suffering from the symptoms of an acute respiratory infection.
September 24, 2012 2:26
New SARS-like virus discovered: WHO
"The Health Protection Agency of the UK conducted laboratory testing and has confirmed the presence of a novel corona-virus," the WHO said.
September 24, 2012 9:10Swine flu may continue spreading until 2011, says WHO
The H1N1 flu, popularly known as Swine flu, will not be contained until 2011…
December 30, 2009 1:48WHO urges people to use H1N1 vaccine
The World Health Organization (WHO) has confirmed…
October 6, 2009 3:15Swine flu will mutate into deadlier strain, says WHO
The World Health Organization head said the H1N1 virus has not mutated into...
September 22, 2009 7:30WHO says swine flu spreading at “unbelievable” rate
According to WHO, 40 percent of…
August 29, 2009 7:30
Swine flu’s second wave may be coming
The WHO has warned that with autumn and winter approaching, the outbreak of the H1N1 virus may get worse.
August 24, 2009 10:04
Death on the roads
The UAE has one of highest death rates for road users, says a recent report by WHO. The country has started taking some measures to curb dangerous driving.
June 16, 2009 1:44
Tackling Swine flu
The World Health Organization declared that a swine flu pandemic is imminent, prompting GCC states to take measures to prevent an outbreak.
April 30, 2009 9:53
The virus spreads
As more cases of the flu are reported in Mexico, the United States and New Zealand, the UAE claims it is ready to take action against the spread of the swine flu virus.
April 26, 2009 1:15
Qatar's Leverage Over Banks Is On The Wane
Qatar needs to find a home for billions of dollars raised from gas exports each year, writes Una Galani.
May 22, 2013 9:43
First report by Etisalat covering global footprint
Telecom company exhibits its high impact projects, including Mobile Baby.
May 21, 2013 6:01
Qatar Should Consider More Flexible Exchange Rate - Central Banker
As the World Cup draws closer, Qatar's fiscal spending, its only policy tool, may become difficult to restrict.
May 21, 2013 4:23
Minimum wage 'unfair' for employers?
FNC member argues that minimum wage for domestic workers and maids is 'taking advantage' of employers.
May 20, 2013 4:24
Taking on Abercrombie & Fitch
Controversial views from the clothing company's CEO causes huge backlash.
May 16, 2013 2:43