Dubai Police arrest eight-member gang behind AED 12 million luxury oud theft using fake princess scam, recover stolen goods within 12 hours and issue Red Notices for remaining suspects …
AC and greenery: Abu Dhabi parks you can walk in despite summer heat
A growing network of cooled walkways inside the capital’s parks lets walkers, joggers and families stay outdoors through the hottest months of the year …
Suspects assure a man to get Dhs1m loan sanctioned, dupe him of Dhs100,000 in Sharjah
Sharjah Misdemeanour Court heard a fraud case in which a number of suspects were charged with seizing Dhs100,000 from a victim, after deceiving him …
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025: Metallica rocks Etihad Park in electrifying after-race show
The Rock & Roll Hall of Famers powered through a high-energy set filled with their signature thundering riffs, soaring solos, and unmistakeable stage presence …
Iran’s drones just hit a UAE oil tanker for the first time since the ceasefire — two strikes on a vessel owned by the Emirates’ top energy company
Two armed drones struck an oil tanker owned by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company as it transited the Strait of Hormuz in early May 2026, the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed, marking the …
Abu Dhabi makes major mobility investment leap in 2024: 90 million bus trips, 168,000 maritime passengers, and 28 million airport travelers
Figures were revealed in the Department of Municipalities and Transport’s annual report Abu Dhabi reaped the rewards of its strategic investments in the mobility sector in 2024, as the number of …
Sharjah Arabic Language Academy highlights emirate’s efforts to promote Arabic in Warsaw
WARSAW, 30th May, 2026 (WAM) — The Arabic Language Academy (ALA) in Sharjah organised a cultural seminar titled “Sharjah’s Efforts in Supporting and Empowering the Arabic Language” as part of Sharjah …
Noor Abu Dhabi completes second year of commercial operations
More than 3.3 million solar panels supply electricity in Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, UAE: Noor Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest stand-alone operational solar photovoltaic (PV) plant located in Abu Dhabi’s …
UAE conducted dozens of airstrikes on Iran using US, Israeli intel during war
One such strike was on the Asaluyeh petrochemical complex, and was carried out with Israel, the WSJ wrote, and led to international condemnation.
Saudi-based regional Fintech HALA acquires UAE’s payment startup – Paymennt.com as it aims to expand its foothold in the SME sector
The announcement of Hala acquiring Paymennt.com took place at the second edition of the largest global technology event – LEAP 2023 in Saudi Arabia The fast growing Saudi Arabia based regional FINTECH …
UAE struck Iran dozens of times, with US and Israeli intel, during war and amid truce — WSJ
Report says Emiratees and Israel both struck Asaluyeh petrochemical complex, after which DC asked Jerusalem to stop targeting energy facilities The post UAE struck Iran dozens of times, with US and …
British dad smuggled handwritten note from Dubai jail – family makes desperate plea after reading it
The family of a British father detained in Dubai say they fear for his life after receiving handwritten notes describing violence and abuse. The post British dad smuggled handwritten note from Dubai …
Ankita Lokhande faces online criticism after wearing hijab during Abu Dhabi trip with husband
Abu Dhabi: Television actress Ankita Lokhande has faced online criticism after sharing photographs of herself wearing a hijab during a trip to Abu Dhabi with her husband, Vicky Jain. The photographs …
Officials laud Sharjah cultural project’s global reach
WARSAW, 30th May, 2026 (WAM) — Officials from Emirati cultural, academic and creative institutions have praised the success of Sharjah in promoting its cultural project, established by H.H. Sheikh Dr …
Viral video: Humanoid robot performs Eid prayer inside Dubai mosque, leaves netizens stunned
A humanoid robot named Bu Sunaida has gone viral after a video showed it joining Eid prayers inside a Dubai mosque, sparking shock, curiosity, and debate across social media platforms worldwide.
What are the new charges for drivers as Dubai introduces 5% VAT on toll and parking fees?
Motorists to pay more from Monday for services …
10 huge Dubai changes coming in June 2026 — and some will cost you more
Major Dubai changes are announced all the time, often a long time in advance, and it can be surprising when they finally arrive. In June, a couple of major new laws will come into force which could …