India’s new e-Arrival Card is now mandatory for all non-Indian nationals entering the country, including UAE travellers. Effective October 1, the digital form must be submitted 72 to 24 hours before …
Sharjah’s Sheikh Sultan inaugurates Arabic studies centre in Portugal
Locals at the university peered from windows as the Sharjah National Band performed traditional music and Sheikh Sultan led the Sharjah procession into Coimbra’s Faculty of Letters building …
Teen jailed in Dubai dies in London police chase
Marcus Fakana, 19, was a passenger in a vehicle that crashed in Tottenham, north London, in the early hours of Friday. He was taken to hospital with serious injuries and later died. The Met Police …
Fake TEDx Dubai Event Exposed: Speakers Targeted With $25,000 Scam Packages
A fake TEDx event in Dubai has been exposed for scamming aspiring speakers with “guaranteed” speaking slots priced as high as $25,000, promising viral video exposure on TED’s official platforms.Read M …
British teen jailed in Dubai killed in London car crash months after release
A British teenager who was jailed in Dubai for having a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old girl has died in a car crash three months after he was released. At such a critical moment in US history, …
World Space Week: UAE delivers sets of milestones in space sector during 2025, elevating its position as global hub for advanced technology
The UAE space sector achieved remarkable milestones in 2025, strengthening the country’s position as a global hub for advanced technology and knowledge-based industries. These milestones underscore …
New cultural draws and natural highs are making Abu Dhabi an attractive city break
Amid its sky-scraping towers and monuments, the Emirati capital offers heritage, new cultural draws and a natural archipelago of golden beaches home to flamingos.
UAE Announces 1 Million Dirhams Fine for Electronic Fraud
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has issued a strict warning that anyone found guilty of electronic fraud could face up to 1 million United Arab …
British teenager jailed in Dubai killed in car crash months after release
Marcus Fakana, 19, died in hospital in the early hours of Friday after police tried to stop a ‘vehicle of interest’ in Tottenham, north London.
Personal Finance: Budget smarter with 50/30/20 rule
Balance your needs, wants, and savings — even in a high-cost city without sacrificing lifestyle or financial goals …
UAE Banks Shift from SMS to App-Based Authentication for Enhanced Security
First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) and other major UAE banking institutions have initiated the replacement of SMS-based OTPs with app-based authentication methods. FAB has announced that starting September 22 …
No more OTP: UAE bank moves to app-based approvals for all transfers; what customers need to know
Emirates NBD is phasing out SMS and email OTPs, transitioning to app-based verification through its ENBD X mobile app starting November 1, 2025. This Central Bank-mandated shift aims to significantly …
UAE: Major Sharjah–Dubai exit closed until October 11; essential traffic update, timings, and alternative routes
Sharjah’s RTA has announced a temporary closure of the King Faisal Street exit to Al Wahda Street, heading to Dubai, from October 3 to 11, 2025. This crucial road improvement project aims to ease …
British teen jailed in Dubai for ‘holiday fling’ with girl, 17, dies in car crash after vehicle fails to stop for police
A British teenager who was locked up in Dubai after having a ‘holiday romance’ with a UK tourist has died in a horror crash after the car failed to stop for policel …
Teen jailed in Dubai over holiday romance with 17-year-old girl is killed in car crash
A TEENAGER who was jailed in Dubai for having sex with a 17-year-old girl has been killed in a car crash. Marcus Fakana, 19, died yesterday in a collision in Tottenham, north London. He was given …
Brit teen Marcus Fakana jailed in Dubai over sex with girl dies in crash after release
Marcus Fakana, 19, has died in a car crash three months after being released from a Dubai prison – we’ll be bringing you the very latest updates, pictures and video on this breaking news story.
Dubai rolls out 208 ultra-fast EV chargers to electrify taxi fleet
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) and Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) have signed a long-term deal to install 208 ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging points across the emirate, a move aimed …