Shaikh Mohammad's latest interview; Liability for high-rise deaths a challenge; UAE calls for Syria reforms

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newsletter December 07, 2011     Today's Top Stories More top stories UAE Vice-President: UAE is a democratic nation Government ministers are held accountable for public service lapses, says His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. High-rise deaths: Fixing liability still a challenge Parental negligence as a factor in the deaths of children may be rising, but there is no legal liability to ensure absolute accountability in such cases, officials say.     Top News Stories More from news UAE calls for Syria reforms Syrian President Bashar Al Assad needs to introduce reforms that meet the people's demands, UAE Vice-President says as Homs sees 50 deaths in 24 hours. Most Earth-like planet found outside our solar system Porters confess to stealing valuables at Dubai airport Nude picture controversy: When seeing is not believing     Opinion More from opinion Iraq will rise to the challenge Iraq Prime Minister Nouri Al Maliki writes: We stand at the threshold of a monumental juncture in the Iraqi-American relationship. Make high-rise buildings safe for children Doing the right thing at Durban League action reflects regional rivalry     Top Business Stories More from business New barcode system to protect consumers A new wlectronic monitoring procedure ensures that retailers will not hike prices in violation of Ministry of Economy's guidelines. Arab world must manage transition risks: IMF chief All eyes on France and Germany as IMF role shrinks Dubai makes progress in cutting debt, but challenges remain     Top Entertainment Stories More from entertainment Stars cruise in for Dubai mission It's 'Mission Accepted' for the Dubai International Film Festival as the world's stars descended on the city for the launch of arguably the biggest film of the year. Anil Kapoor: Bollywood stars have potentials Weller of 'Robocop' fame joins 'Star Trek' sequel Martin Sheen aids man's wrongful conviction bid     Top Life & Style Stories More from life & style Many of us go online for no good reason At least 58 per cent of adults use the internet to pass time or have fun at least occasionally, according to a new study. Gulf News' book chronicles UAE's rich history Lexus CT200h takes on Dubai Metro in eco-run Fast foward: The UAE 40 years from now     Picture Galleries See more picture galleries The best staff pictures this week Pick of the best party clothes for kids Bring some Christmas cheer to your home Souq scan: Pot luck     GNTV Web Videos See more videos at GNTV Dubai to Fujairah in forty minutes Anne Curtis' candid views Journey across the emirates MI4 action scenes     News | Business | Sport | Life | Entertainment | Guides | Opinions | Video | Pictures | In Focus 4men| Aquarius | Campus Notes| e+| Friday| Quarterly Financial Review | InsideOut | Property| tabloid!| tabloid! on Saturday| Weekend Review| Wheels| XPRESS About Gulf News|Contact us|Subscriptions|Advertising Guide|Register| Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy © Al Nisr Publishing LLC 2011. All rights reserved You have received this e-mail from Gulf News because you have subscribed to our twice-daily news update e-mail using your e-mail address: waheed.rahuman@gmail.com. You can control how you receive e-mails from Gulf News by updating your profile below MANAGE MY PROFILE Send feedback | Update my account information | Change my e-mail address | Privacy policy Should you wish to remove your email address from the mailing list please click here. Is this email in your junk folder? To ensure that you receive all future newsletters, add newsletter@emm.gulfnews.com to your address book and newsletter@emm.gulfnews.com to your white list filters.