A powerful moment between UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Vice-President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has captured the attention of the nation, with a …
UAE air travel this week: what’s changing, what’s cancelled and what to know
Global events have had a knock-on effect across the country, with travel in particular taking a hit. Flight schedules were scaled back, and a number of international airlines temporarily paused routes …
Dubai retail property sales jump nearly 50 percent to AED4.6bn as tenants cling to prime locations
More than half of all transactions were off-plan sales, reflecting growing investor appetite for new retail developments …
UAE mother who gave birth in coma faces worsening health, lung transplant urgency
Her treatment is complicated by high costs and insurance constraints, which have affected her ability to consistently access specialised care, medications and follow-ups …
SEWA completes eight 33/11 kV substations in Sharjah
He also noted that within major strategic projects, the Al Matar 220 kV substation has been commissioned, which is the largest electricity transmission substation in the Emirate of Sharjah. This …
Abu Dhabi crown prince in Beijing to boost UAE-China strategic ties
Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has arrived in Beijing for an official visit. The trip aims to enhance UAE-China’s comprehensive strategic partnership, …
Sharjah Chamber, Shopping Malls Sector Business Group representatives explore boosting SME sustainability
The Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) held an expanded meeting with the Shopping Malls Sector Business Group operating under its umbrella …
World current affairs this week: US-Iran peace talks fail, UAE-Bahrain currency swap pact, and Artemis II returns
The second week of April 2026 saw key international developments with geopolitical shifts in West Asia, major financial agreements, bilateral visits, and more. Among other key developments was the …
UAE minister warns of global supply risks as Hormuz disruptions deepen
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and CEO of Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), said on the social media …
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed arrives in Beijing to deepen UAE-China ties
Officials travelling with the Crown Prince include Sheikh Zayed bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan; Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Special Envoy of the UAE President to China and Chairman of the Executive …
Abu Dhabi’s BAPS Hindu Mandir Reopens After 40 Days. What Devotees Need To Know
The temple’s visiting hours will be from Tuesday to Sunday, between 9 am and 8 pm. It will remain closed on Monday.
Specialised sports clubs in Abu Dhabi drive elite talent development
ABU DHABI, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Abu Dhabi’s specialised sports clubs have achieved a qualitative leap in discovering and nurturing talent across several Olympic disciplines since their …
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi arrives in Beijing on official visit to China
BEIJING, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has arrived in Beijing, starting an official visit to the People’s Republic of China …
Iran-linked hackers claim major cyberattack on Dubai government infrastructure
By bnm Tehran bureau The Iran-linked hacker group Handala has claimed to have launched a large-scale cyberattack against three Dubai government organisations, alleging it destroyed six petabytes of …
Sharjah Self-Defence tops round 3 of Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Fujairah
FUJAIRAH, 12th April, 2026 (WAM) — Round 3 of the Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Jiu-Jitsu Championship (No-Gi) concluded today at Zayed Sports Complex in Fujairah, with competitions in the Under-18, …
Abu Dhabi launches volunteer initiative to support visitors at cultural landmarks
Authority of Social Contribution – Ma’an has launched a community initiative to activate a volunteer network supporting visitors across key cultural sites in the emirate.
Jaishankar meets UAE President, thanks him for support to Indian community amid West Asia tensions
Jaishankar met UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan in Abu Dhabi, thanking him for supporting the Indian community and discussing ways to strengthen ties between the two countries.