Saudi Arabia also confirmed that the moon marking the beginning of Ramadan 2026 (1447AH) has been sighted on Tuesday evening. “Subsequently, tomorrow will be the first day of fasting in the Kingdom,” …
When is the first day of Ramadan 2026 in Dubai?
Ramadan, the month of fasting in the Islamic calendar, will bring several significant changes across the next month for everyone living in the emirate.
Dubai Metro timings for Ramadan 2026 confirmed
RTA announced the Dubai Metro Ramadan hours along with other public transport services which is expected to begin on Thursday February 19 …
Dubai Ramadan working hours 2026 announced: New timings for government employees
According to a circular issued by the Dubai Government Human Resources Department, government staff will work from 9am to 2:30pm, Monday to Thursday, and from 9am to 12 noon on Fridays.
Sharjah to launch feasibility study for air taxi and cargo transport project
Chaired by Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammed Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Chairman of the Executive Council, the Sharjah …
Ohana Development Launches USD 4.1 Billion ‘Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana’ in Abu Dhabi
Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer, has officially launched ‘Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana,’ a USD 4.1 billion gated waterfront community on Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi and …
Ramadan 2026: UAE to search for crescent today; when will holy month begin?
How to spot the moon? Residents across the country have been urged to look to the skies tonight as the UAE’s Moon-Sighting Committee convenes at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi to spot the crescent. The UAE …
Saudi-UAE economic rift risks Qatar-style crisis
The conflict between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), two representative oil-producing nations in the Middle East, has escalated beyond diplomatic and military spheres into the …
UAE President sends wishes on Lunar Year in multiple languages
“I extend my best wishes to all those celebrating Lunar New Year in the UAE and around the world. May the year ahead bring peace, prosperity, and happiness to you and your loved ones,” wrote UAE …
Tennis-lucky losers step in as withdrawals shake Dubai draw, reignite calendar debate
By Shrivathsa Sridhar Feb 16 (Reuters) – Canadian teenager Victoria Mboko withdrew from the Dubai Tennis Championships on Monday, becoming the latest prominent player to be ruled out due to injury, …
Raducanu’s physical struggles continue in first-round Dubai exit
Emma Raducanu’s physical struggles continue in first-round Dubai exit – Raducanu received medical attention as she lost 6-1 6-7 6-2 to the lucky loser Antonia Ruzic in Dubai …
Rashid takes unusual 700th wicket as Afghanistan beat UAE
Rashid Khan claims his 700th T20 wicket in unusual circumstances as Afghanistan keep their faint World Cup hopes alive with a five-wicket win over United Arab Emirates.
Raducanu beaten by lucky loser in Dubai first round
British number one Emma Raducanu is knocked out of the Dubai Tennis Championships in the first round by lucky loser Antonia Ruzic.
Dubai: Emma Raducanu loses to lucky loser, who clinches first top-30 win
Raducanu out of Dubai after suffering a third set collapse versus Antonia Ruzic.
Ramadan 2026 moon sighting: Fasts from Wednesday? UAE observatory issues key update
The International Astronomy Center in Abu Dhabi has reportedly captured the final crescent of Shabaan, indicating that the moon will be sighted on Tuesday.
Iraqi-UAE Consortium Plans $700 Million Data Cable Amid AI Boom
By Timour Azhari RIYADH, Feb 16 (Reuters) – An Iraqi-Emirati consortium is planning a $700 million subsea-and-terrestrial data cable linking the United Arab Emirates to Turkey via Iraq, one of the …
UAE, Bahrain launch one-point travel project to reduce airport transit time
The UAE and the Kingdom of Bahrain have launched the pilot phase of the “One-Point Air Travelers” project, a new initiative designed to create a seamless travel experience for citizens of both nations …