DUBAI holidays can now go ahead as the UK Foreign Office has lifted the travel ban. All non-essential travel to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) was banned back in March. This was due to the Iran …
UAE announces 30-day overstay fine grace period for travellers affected by Iran war
Authorities said people will be given sufficient time to adjust their visa status or exit the country without facing penalties …
UAE imposes limits on teen social media access
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced a social media ban for all children under 15. Platforms have one year to review and remove under-age accounts or face stiff penalties.
UAE announces 30-day visa grace period for those affected by regional flight disruptions
This initiative gives eligible individuals a final opportunity to either regularise their legal status and continue living and working in the UAE …
UAE’s post‑OPEC expansion push to lift oil output above 5 million bpd next year, IEA says
The United Arab Emirates’ oil output could exceed 5 million bpd next year as it moves to expand production after its exit from OPEC, making it a major driver of non‑OPEC+ supply growth, the …
UAE Pavilion highlights defence innovations as Eurosatory 2026 nears final day
With just one day remaining at Eurosatory 2026, the UAE Pavilion has established itself as a premier destination for defence industry leaders and military delegations, attracting high-level visits …
UAE continues urgent humanitarian response to support Philippine earthquake victims
UAE continues urgent humanitarian aid for Philippine earthquake victims, distributing food parcels and drinking water in Sarangani as part of a wider relief plan …
UAE sets minimum social media age at 15, mandates age checks
DUBAI, June 18 (Reuters) – The United Arab Emirates has set a minimum age of 15 for social media use, becoming the first Arab country to introduce such a restriction as governments worldwide seek to …
Major Dubai travel update as Foreign Office warning changed after hotspot hit by Iran
A travel warning against Qatar was lifted too.
Simon Calder: Holidays to Dubai are back as Foreign Office removes Gulf travel warnings
Hours after the US and Iran signed a deal to end the conflict, the advice against all but essential travel has been replaced with a warning …
UAE sets strict social media age limit for childrenPublished on: June 18, 2026 4:05 PM
Pakistan, June 18 — The United Arab Emirates has introduced a landmark policy that sets 15 as the minimum age for using social media platforms, becoming the first Arab nation to enforce such a …
Sharjah Ruler approves new employment plan with 3000 vacancies
His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, approved the 2026 employment plan, which provides 3,000 job opportunities for Sharjah citizens within …
Indian expat Shajeer Venga wins Rs 5 crore grand prize in Sharjah Islamic Bank’s lucky draw
Just weeks after opening a savings account with Sharjah Islamic Bank, an Abu Dhabi-based Indian expatriate has won the Dh2 million grand prize in the bank’s Millionaire campaign. Get breaking news …
Advanced bone marrow treatment in Abu Dhabi gives new hope to child with leukemia
Discover how Yas Clinic and ADSCC delivered advanced bone marrow transplants in Abu Dhabi to help a young child with aggressive leukemia, showcasing the UAE’s growing paediatric transplant excellence …
UAE becomes first Arab country to tighten online safety rules, set 15 as social media age threshold
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has approved a resolution setting 15 years as the minimum age for children to access and use social media platforms.
UAE becomes first Arab country to ban social media for children: Age checks, parental controls, data curbs explained
The UAE has set 15 as the minimum age for social media accounts, banning children under the age from creating or using personal profiles and enforcing strict age verification and parental control …
Abu Dhabi temporarily closes Jabal Sailkot restaurant over repeated violations
The administrative closure will remain in effect as long as the facility does not rectify the issues raised by the food authority …