A drone view shows the sun setting over the Jalousie neighborhood, following the arrival of the first contingent of Kenyan police as part of a peacekeeping mission in the Caribbean country, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti June 30, 2024. REUTERS / Ricardo Arduengo TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
A drone view shows the sun setting over the Jalousie neighborhood, following the arrival of the first contingent of Kenyan police as part of a peacekeeping mission in the Caribbean country, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti June 30, 2024. REUTERS / Ricardo Arduengo TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
Simone Biles leads the US women's celebrations as the 2024 team is named at the Gymnastics Olympic Trials in Minneapolis, Minnesota. AP
Simone Biles leads the US women's celebrations as the 2024 team is named at the Gymnastics Olympic Trials in Minneapolis, Minnesota. AP
Security forces spray demonstrators at a protest over an Israeli Supreme Court ruling requiring the state to begin drafting ultra-Orthodox Jewish seminary students to the military, in Jerusalem. Reuters
Security forces spray demonstrators at a protest over an Israeli Supreme Court ruling requiring the state to begin drafting ultra-Orthodox Jewish seminary students to the military, in Jerusalem. Reuters
The Vulnerable is put through its paces a few months before the start of the Vendee Globe around-the-world solo sailing race. AFP
The Vulnerable is put through its paces a few months before the start of the Vendee Globe around-the-world solo sailing race. AFP
An elite Guatemalan Army unit takes part in a parade in Guatemala City, marking the nation's Army Day. AFP
An elite Guatemalan Army unit takes part in a parade in Guatemala City, marking the nation's Army Day. AFP
Shop windows are boarded up in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Beryl in Bridgetown, Barbados. AFP
Shop windows are boarded up in preparation for the arrival of Hurricane Beryl in Bridgetown, Barbados. AFP
Pro-Beijing supporters in Hong Kong hold Chinese flags to mark the 27th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule. AP Photo
Pro-Beijing supporters in Hong Kong hold Chinese flags to mark the 27th anniversary of its return to Chinese rule. AP Photo
Tennis courts are prepared before the start of day one of the Wimbledon Championships in London. EPA
Tennis courts are prepared before the start of day one of the Wimbledon Championships in London. EPA
A crescent Moon rises over Grand Camlica Mosque in Istanbul. Reuters
A crescent Moon rises over Grand Camlica Mosque in Istanbul. Reuters

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Today's best photos: From sun setting in Haiti to crescent moon in Turkey

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July 01, 2024

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How to apply for a drone permit
  • Individuals must register on UAE Drone app or website using their UAE Pass
  • Add all their personal details, including name, nationality, passport number, Emiratis ID, email and phone number
  • Upload the training certificate from a centre accredited by the GCAA
  • Submit their request
What are the regulations?
  • Fly it within visual line of sight
  • Never over populated areas
  • Ensure maximum flying height of 400 feet (122 metres) above ground level is not crossed
  • Users must avoid flying over restricted areas listed on the UAE Drone app
  • Only fly the drone during the day, and never at night
  • Should have a live feed of the drone flight
  • Drones must weigh 5 kg or less
RESULTS

6.30pm UAE 1000 Guineas Trial Conditions (TB) US$100,000 (Dirt) 1,400m

Winner Final Song, Christophe Soumillon (jockey), Saeed bin Suroor (trainer).

7.05pm Handicap (TB) $135,000 (Turf) 1,000m

Winner Almanaara, Dane O’Neill, Doug Watson.

7.40pm Handicap (TB) $175,000 (D) 1,900m

Winner Grand Argentier, Brett Doyle, Doug Watson.

8.15pm Meydan Challenge Listed Handicap (TB) $175,000 (T) 1,400m

Winner Major Partnership, Patrick Cosgrave, Saeed bin Suroor.

8.50pm Dubai Stakes Group 3 (TB) $200,000 (D) 1,200m

Winner Gladiator King, Mickael Barzalona, Satish Seemar.

9.25pm Dubai Racing Club Classic Listed Handicap (TB) $175,000 (T) 2,410m

Winner Universal Order, Richard Mullen, David Simcock.

Updated: July 02, 2024, 11:05 AM
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