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The initiative also unearthed rare artefacts, such as images of Sheikh Zayed opening the Al Burairat station in the 1970s

From artefacts such as mis'hana, a tool for preparing kohl, to exhibits such as Al-Mawsem, showcasing a traditional pain relief method, the village serves as a tangible reminder of the daily lives and customs of past generations

Wasn't expecting this, said 88-year-old Hamad Saghran, who was awarded just a few days ahead of UAE's 53rd National Day

'Before martial arts, I didn't understand the value of commitment,' said the man who used to struggle even with basic exercises

Initiative is set to elevate emirate's education sector, offering a sense of permanence and purpose to teachers, school leaders

Tamim Al Tamimi had some of his shots displayed at Duroor Nights, an event that celebrated the Duroor system and its profound impact on Emirati life, in Ras Al Khaimah

'This is a simple gesture to express our gratitude,' said a representative of the Mauritanian publishing house which made the gift

The Duroor system divides the year into segments of 10 days each, beginning with when the Suhail star is first spotted in the sky

'It's fulfilling to know that my home is recognised as a symbol of creativity,' said the home owner with pride

The engines were imported from the UK but it was Hamad Saghran's skills as a mechanic that kept them operating smoothly