Dubai and Abu Dhabi hit 45°C with up to 90% humidity, inland highs near 49°C, and a chance of afternoon rain in eastern areas …
UAE cyber chief says a single virus could disrupt an airport, power or water network
Dr Mohamed Al Kuwaiti urged people to be more cautious online, as AI makes it increasingly difficult to distinguish authentic information from manipulated or fabricated content
Dubai’s new Flexi Rent scheme to narrow short-term, annual lease gap
New scheme, backed by Dubai Land Department, will let tenants in the emirate pay rents on a monthly basis, easing upfront costs for annual leases …
UAE, Egypt discuss discuss expanded oil, gas drilling programme
Abdullah Ateya Al Messabi, CEO of ADNOC Drilling, has discussed strategic partnerships with Karim Badawi, Egypt’s Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources to support higher oil and gas production.
UAE, Egypt eye bigger push to boost oil, gas production
Egypt is expanding oil and gas drilling, with Adnoc Drilling exploring opportunities in its onshore and offshore programme …
Dubai property trend: Owners spend up to $5.4m on villas as kitchens, pools and smart homes transform
Dubai homeowners are spending up to $5.4m renovating luxury villas as rising property values reshape kitchens, pools, smart homes and buyer priorities …
Dubai adopts unified system to measure government workforce productivity
The Dubai Government Human Resources Department (DGHR) announced the adoption of the workforce productivity measurement system as a unified government …
Sharjah Police conclude summer programmes targeting 2,164 children
SHARJAH, 23rd August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Police General Command (SPGC) concluded its summer programmes under the “Little Policeman” programme, with the participation of 2,164 children and youth …
Dubai advertising deals hit $408m as 683 assets tendered and Metro naming rights expand: Mada Media
Dubai OOH advertising contracts reached AED1.5bn ($408m) in H1 2026, covering 683 assets as Mada Media expands digital displays and Metro naming rights …
UAE unveils new AI system to detect and track misinformation
UAE Journalists Association chairperson said tackling misinformation requires a coordinated approach combining technology, media expertise and international cooperation …
Dubai Police seize 497 vehicles over unpaid traffic fines, warn drivers of impoundment and legal action
Dubai Police seized 497 vehicles with accumulated traffic fines in H1 2026 and warned motorists of impoundment, legal action and suspended transactions …
Dubai adopts workforce productivity system across government entities
Dubai adopts AI-powered Workforce Productivity Measurement System across 32 government entities to boost resource allocation, service quality and data-driven decision-making …
Dubai adopts unified government workforce productivity measurement system to advance data-driven decision-making
Unified government framework enhances resource allocation efficiency and supports higher-quality government services …
Dubai positions itself as launchpad for next generation of global founders
Tetr’s academic programme will see participants arrive in Dubai after developing their ideas in Shanghai, China and testing their businesses in London …
Dubai Police warns vehicle owners to pay fines or face legal action
Dubai Police has urged motorists to keep registered contact information updated so traffic notifications reach them without delay …
Dubai Police impound 497 vehicles with outstanding traffic fines in the first half of 2026
Field teams from the Violations Monitoring Department have seized and impounded 497 vehicles with outstanding traffic violations during inspection …
UAE says people caught begging in country would face fines and penalties if they are caught
The UAE has shared strict anti-begging laws under Federal Law by Decree No. 31 of 2021, which sets out clear fines and prison terms for beggars who are caught.