Despite having no rivers, the UAE has become a global model for water sustainability through advanced desalination, wastewater recycling, strategic storage, and dam infrastructure. Guided by its Water Security Strategy 2036, the country meets growing demand while also supporting international water aid. The UAE’s innovation turns desert scarcity into long-term resilience and global leadership in water management.
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Prince Harald von Hohenzollern, 63, tragically passed away from sudden cardiac arrest in Namibia while on a business trip. His wife, Princess Josefa von Hohenzollern, announced the news, expressing her profound grief and decision to suspend her mayoral re-election campaign in Leonberg. Expecting their first child soon, she will take time to mourn and care for their unborn child.
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The next public holiday in the UAE is expected to be the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), likely falling on September 4 or 5, 2025. Thanks to a new law allowing holiday shifts, residents could enjoy a relaxing three-day weekend. This long weekend offers a great chance for a getaway or staycation in early September.