A fire aboard a docked boat in the Al Jaddaf area of Dubai triggered panic after thick smoke spread across the skyline, sparking rumours of an attack.
UAE says air defences dealt with two drones coming from Iran
DUBAI, May 10 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates’ air defences dealt with two drones coming from Iran on Sunday, the Defence Ministry said, the latest in renewed attacks on the oil-rich Gulf country …
Iran’s Drone SWARM Targets UAE: Abu Dhabi Claims 2,200+ UAVs DESTROYED Since The Start Of War
Fresh tensions are escalating across the Gulf after the UAE confirmed its air defence systems intercepted two drones launched from Iran. UAE authorities say the drones were destroyed before causing casualties,
Did Iran attack Dubai? Creek fire near Al Jaddaf triggers panic across UAE
A large fire near Dubai Creek triggered panic and online speculation on Sunday, with some social media users falsely linking the incident to ongoing tensions between Iran and the UAE.
Qatar says cargo vessel coming from Abu Dhabi attacked in its waters
DUBAI, May 10 (Reuters) – A cargo vessel was attacked by a drone on Sunday in Qatari waters northeast of Mesaieed port as the ship travelled from Abu Dhabi, causing a limited fire that was contained, …
UAE announces return to in-person learning for all students
The UAE has confirmed that students across the country will be heading back to classrooms, with schools set to reopen for in-person learning from Monday May 11.
Dubai authorities clarify smoke in Al Jaddaf area due to boat fire
A fire visible in the Al Jaddaf area in Dubai was caused by a boat catching fire while docked in Dubai Creek, authorities have said …
Dubai Media Office clarifies Al Jaddaf fire incident
Dubai Media Office confirms Al Jaddaf fire was a boat blaze in Dubai Creek, heavy smoke from fibreglass materials, no injuries reported, public urged to rely on official sources …
Dubai Creek boat fire unrelated to drone interception
No injuries were reported as heavy smoke was said to be caused by fibreglass material …
Sharjah Women’s Sports Club wins UAE Women’s Basketball Cup
SHARJAH, 10th May, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Women’s Sports Club claimed the UAE Women’s Basketball Cup title for the 2025–2026 season after defeating Khorfakkan Club 60-50 in the final held at Al Bataeh …
SunExpress is cancelling flights to Dubai until June 7
SunExpress, the joint venture of Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, has suspended all flights to Dubai until 7 June 2026. Carrier notices show DXB has been removed from sale for that period. Affected …
Dubai Chamber membership renewals hit record levels in April
Dubai government entities have accelerated efforts in recent weeks to protect trade flows and support exporters as regional tensions reshape supply chains and shipping routes …
Is Dubai International Airport Open Today? Latest Update On Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE Flights After Iran Launches Missiles And Drones
The UAE said its air defence systems intercepted missiles and drones launched from Iran, triggering air raid alerts and major disruptions to flights heading to Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Several incoming …
Abu Dhabi’s oldest tree: Pearl divers once used Sidra as landmark to get home
Planted in 1882, long before UAE was formed, the tree is locally known as ‘Al Jaththa’, protected by the municipality as a living piece of the capital’s natural heritage …
UAE Team Emirates-XRG knocked down — on and off the bike — after devastating Giro crash
UAE Team Emirates-XRG are without doubt the biggest casualties of the mass crash in the finale of stage 2 of the Giro d’Italia. On a slippery bend, almost the entire team went down, with many hitting …
‘The most important thing is that the guys manage to recover’ – UAE Team Emirates-XRG rue tough day at Giro d’Italia as five riders crash
Jay Vine and Marc Soler abandon after bad mass crash on stage 2 as a visibly bloodied Adam Yates loses nearly 14 minutes …
UAE reaffirms solidarity with Bahrain after foiling IRGC-linked espionage cell
UAE backs Bahrain after foiling IRGC-linked espionage cell as Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed praises security efforts and urges regional cooperation against terrorism threats …