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The article discusses the plight of stateless persons in the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.), who are known as bidoun (without). Topics include the history of the U.A.E.'s citizenship law in relation to immigration, criticism of the U.A.E. by human rights organizations, and attempts to gather data on bidoun and provide them with legal status or identification cards.

The article deals with ongoing peace talks aimed at ending the civil war in Yemen and its implication for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Particular focus is given to the impact of prolonged military engagement on regional security, as well as the underlying political issues in Yemen. Topics discussed include domestic stability concerns surrounding the United Arab Emirates, Syrian crisis, the Islamic State threat, and lessons raised by the Yemen war for the GCC.

The article presents a profile of Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktum, prime minister of the United Arab Emirates and leader of the city of Dubai and his policies. The country's "apolitical" nature and the government's ranked efficiency are highlighted. The various contributing elements of Dubai's success are outlined, including its geographic location, ethnic diversity and open economic markets.

The article reports on Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE) ruler Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad al-Qasimi's discussion of democracy during a 2015 government-sponsored communications forum at the emirate. Topics discussed include the suggestions made by the Sheikh to transform Sharjah into a democratic area, the ways by which various ruling governments in the UAE dealt with democratic protests since 2010 and the allegations of human rights violations leveled against the UAE.

The article reports on the move of the municipalities in the United Arab Emirates to enforce tent safety during the holy month of Islam. It notes that the Abu Dhabi Municipality officials stress that protecting lives during the holy month is important in which safety measures are observed including at least two emergency exits which are required for tents to receive permits. Moreover, the smoking of cigarettes and shisha pipes or hookah in Ramadan tents in Dubai Municipality requires permits.