Themed celebrations aplenty… Easter Sunday is just weeks away, and that calls for a celebration. On that note, here are 7 great spots to celebrate Easter in Abu Dhabi. Emirates Palace Mandarin …
Filipinos in UAE Can Now Vote Online for May 2025 Polls
For the first time ever, Filipinos in the UAE can vote online to choose their national and sectoral leaders—no long queues, no embassy visits required.Online voting officially launched on Sunday, …
Sharjah’s Al Nahda Tower Fire Kills 5, Injures 6
A deadly fire broke out on Sunday morning in a high-rise residential building in Sharjah’s Al Nahda area, claiming five lives and injuring six others.The fire started on the 44th floor of the tower, …
Syria’s new leadership seeks Gulf backing as UAE vows to aid rebuilding efforts
Sharaa has sought Gulf support for his country since leading a lightning offensive that toppled longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad in December after more than a decade of civil war …
Dubai Peace Summit: Nobel Laureate Kailash Satyarthi reflects on India’s tradition of philanthropy, acknowledges contributions of Indian corporate leaders
Nobel Peace Laureate Kailash Satyarthi spoke at the Global Justice, Love, and Peace Summit in Dubai, emphasising the urgent need for compassion and action in a world increasingly defined by conflict …
Sharjah: 1 Dead, 5 Injured In Al Nahda Building Fire Evacuated Families Waiting To Return
One person died and five sustained injuries and suffered from smoke inhalation after a fire broke out in a residential tower in Sharjah’s Al Na …
Syria’s Sharaa meets UAE counterpart in second visit to a Gulf country as leader
CAIRO (Reuters) -Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa met his United Arab Emirates counterpart in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, the Syrian leader’s office said, on his second visit to a Gulf state as the country’s …
UAE: Syrian President al Sharaa assured of support from Sheikh Mohamed in first visit to country
Sheikh Mohamed affirmed the UAE’s keenness to help Syria confront the challenges of the transitional phase and rebuild the country in a way that meets the aspirations of its people …
Sharjah residential building fire brought under control
A fire in a high-rise apartment block in Sharjah broke out on Sunday morning but is now under control, officials have said.Civil defence personnel in the emirate responded to the blaze in the upper …
Syria’s Sharaa heads to UAE for second visit to a Gulf country as leader
Syria’s Ahmed al-Sharaa will travel to the United Arab Emirates for his second visit to a Gulf state as president on Sunday, Syria’s official news agency reported, as the country’s Islamist rulers …
UAE among best countries in quality of healthcare according to international rankings
In 2025, the UAE continues to strengthen its global position in the healthcare sector, achieving top rankings and outstanding performance indicators. The country ranked first globally in the number of …
Dubai sees 90% drop in road fatalities and traffic incidents, pedestrian deaths also fall
Road fatalities and traffic incidents in Dubai dropped by more than 90 per cent in the last 18 years, according to new figures released. Data shows that road fatalities fell more than 91 per cent from …
Video: Fire breaks out at high-rise building in Sharjah
A fire broke out at a high-rise building on Sunday morning on Bukhara Street in Al Nahda, Sharjah. Eyewitnesses told Khaleej Times that they first noticed plume of smoke and flames coming from the …
Sharjah to launch Narrative Forum in Cairo
Dr Ashraf AlIzzazi, Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Culture in Egypt, welcomed the collaboration with the Sharjah Department of Culture to hold …
Sharjah Consultative Council gives nod to judicial authority bill
The Sharjah Consultative Council has approved a draft law regulating the judicial authority in the Emirate of Sharjah, during its twelfth session held at its headquarters in Sharjah.The session took …
Expo Centre Sharjah to host world-renowned animators
The Sharjah Animation Conference (SAC) returns for its 3rd annual edition, taking place from May 1-4 at Expo Centre Sharjah, with an extensive …
Is Gold really cheaper in Dubai than Delhi, Mumbai? Expert explains a different equation
CA Nitin Kaushik noted that Dubai has always been a magnet for Indian gold buyers, known for its tax-free pricing and competitive rates. However, with recent changes to India’s import duties and …