Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has paid a heartfelt tribute to the UAE’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, on the anniversary of his death.
In a tweet, Sheikh Mohammed posted a video highlighting Sheikh Zayed’s contributions to the nation.
The video opens with the words: “People are of two types – those who are an addition to life and those who add to life itself. Zayed bin Sultan was of the latter kind. He gave life to his people, revived a nation, and through his wisdom and experience, benefitted millions. This is true immortality.”
The video tribute included archival footage of Sheikh Zayed, offering a glimpse into his compassionate and visionary leadership.
It showed images of early infrastructure projects, underscoring Sheikh Zayed’s pivotal role in transforming the UAE into a thriving, united nation.
The tribute has resonated widely garnering likes, shares, and comments from citizens and residents who fondly remember Sheikh Zayed’s leadership, describing him as a unifying force and an inspiration.
Since his death in 2004, Sheikh Zayed’s legacy has been celebrated annually, with leaders and citizens alike commemorating his dedication to unity, generosity, and sustainable growth.
In another tweet, Dr Anwar Gargash, a diplomatic adviser to President Sheikh Mohamed, also paid tribute saying that the memory of Sheikh Zayed remains present and his achievements alive. He described Sheikh Zayed as an inspirational leader. “His genuine national legacy continues steadfastly through the leadership of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, may Allah protect him,” he said.
Sheikh Zayed was instrumental in the formation of the United Arab Emirates in 1971, uniting the seven emirates into a single nation.
He prioritised education and health care, leading to the establishment of numerous schools, universities, and hospitals, significantly improving the quality of life in the UAE.
His efforts in promoting women's empowerment laid the foundation for the active role Emirati women play in society today.
Under his leadership, the Abu Dhabi Development Fund was established in 1971, while the Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Charitable and Humanitarian Foundation was set up in 1992.
The UAE delivered aid worth Dh90.5 billion ($24.64 billion) to more than 100 countries during his 33-year presidency, and his environmental legacy lives on through projects such as the Zayed Sustainability Prize, which promotes global efforts to combat climate change and support needy communities.
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Daniella Weiss and Nachala
Described as 'the grandmother of the settler movement', she has encouraged the expansion of settlements for decades. The 79 year old leads radical settler movement Nachala, whose aim is for Israel to annex Gaza and the occupied West Bank, where it helps settlers built outposts.
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Libi has been involved in threatening and perpetuating acts of aggression and violence against Palestinians. His firm has provided logistical and financial support for the establishment of illegal outposts.
Zohar Sabah
Runs a settler outpost named Zohar’s Farm and has previously faced charges of violence against Palestinians. He was indicted by Israel’s State Attorney’s Office in September for allegedly participating in a violent attack against Palestinians and activists in the West Bank village of Muarrajat.
Coco’s Farm and Neria’s Farm
These are illegal outposts in the West Bank, which are at the vanguard of the settler movement. According to the UK, they are associated with people who have been involved in enabling, inciting, promoting or providing support for activities that amount to “serious abuse”.
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Tiger:independent, successful, volatile
Rat:witty, creative, charming
Ox:diligent, perseverent, conservative
Rabbit:gracious, considerate, sensitive
Dragon:prosperous, brave, rash
Snake:calm, thoughtful, stubborn
Horse:faithful, energetic, carefree
Sheep:easy-going, peacemaker, curious
Monkey:family-orientated, clever, playful
Rooster:honest, confident, pompous
Dog:loyal, kind, perfectionist
Boar:loving, tolerant, indulgent
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What is graphene?
Graphene is extracted from graphite and is made up of pure carbon.
It is 200 times more resistant than steel and five times lighter than aluminum.
It conducts electricity better than any other material at room temperature.
It is thought that graphene could boost the useful life of batteries by 10 per cent.
Graphene can also detect cancer cells in the early stages of the disease.
The material was first discovered when Andre Geim and Konstantin Novoselov were 'playing' with graphite at the University of Manchester in 2004.
Moral education needed in a 'rapidly changing world'
Moral education lessons for young people is needed in a rapidly changing world, the head of the programme said.
Alanood Al Kaabi, head of programmes at the Education Affairs Office of the Crown Price Court - Abu Dhabi, said: "The Crown Price Court is fully behind this initiative and have already seen the curriculum succeed in empowering young people and providing them with the necessary tools to succeed in building the future of the nation at all levels.
"Moral education touches on every aspect and subject that children engage in.
"It is not just limited to science or maths but it is involved in all subjects and it is helping children to adapt to integral moral practises.
"The moral education programme has been designed to develop children holistically in a world being rapidly transformed by technology and globalisation."
Dust and sand storms compared
Sand storm
- Particle size: Larger, heavier sand grains
- Visibility: Often dramatic with thick "walls" of sand
- Duration: Short-lived, typically localised
- Travel distance: Limited
- Source: Open desert areas with strong winds
Dust storm
- Particle size: Much finer, lightweight particles
- Visibility: Hazy skies but less intense
- Duration: Can linger for days
- Travel distance: Long-range, up to thousands of kilometres
- Source: Can be carried from distant regions
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
