An ancient desert landscape in Sharjah recognised by the UN has been hailed as an example of “human resilience” after sustaining life as civilisation was gripped by an ice age. The Faya …
UAE residents ready for 8 days off due to public holiday law-change
Employees across the UAE could be set for a three-day weekend in August and a five-day holiday later in the year …
NBA not returning to Abu Dhabi this preseason due to ongoing conflict in Middle East
For the past four years, the NBA has played a preseason game in the United Arab Emirates. Not this year.
Sharjah Old Cars Club concludes ‘A Holiday Reimagined 2026’ programme
SHARJAH, 1st August, 2026 (WAM) — The Sharjah Old Cars Club (SOCC) has successfully concluded its “A Holiday Reimagined 2026” summer programme, after attracting 149 participants and delivering a …
Sharjah Police recover stolen items worth Dhs500,000 in less than 3 hours of robbery
Sharjah Police recovered valuable items worth approximately Dhs500,000 in less than three hours of receiving a report regarding a robbery. The robbery …
UAE welcomes announcement of agreement on disarmament in Gaza Strip
The UAE affirmed that this step represents a significant milestone toward ending the conflict, reinforcing security and stability …
UAE President establishes National Anti-Narcotics Authority, appoints Sheikh Zayed bin Hamad as chairman
The authority will combat drug trafficking by tracking, dismantling distribution networks Add as a preferred source on Google President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan WAM Abu Dhabi: …
Sharjah Police recover valuables worth nearly Dh500,000 in record 3 hours
The suspects were arrested in under three hours of the theft being reported, after a burglary took place at an athlete’s residence in Sharjah while he was abroad …
When Sharjah Ruler helped save damaged ancient Armenian church from collapse
Founded in the 10th century, the complex which includes three churches and once housed about 250 monks survived attacks from invaders and anti-religious campaigns …
Sharjah Police recover Dh500,000 in stolen valuables within three hours
Suspects arrested after athlete’s home was burgled while he was abroad Sharjah: Sharjah Police recovered valuables worth nearly Dh500,000 in less than three hours after receiving a report that the …
UAE’s biggest stargazing week of the year to start next weekend
UAE residents will see the Perseids meteor shower reach peak visibility on August 12 and August 13. Dark skies from a new moon will support some of 2026’s strongest meteor viewing conditions.
Dubai exchange Shelbit implicated in $4B Iranian sanctions evasion route
An unlicensed Dubai crypto exchange, Shelbit, moved at least $4 billion since May 2024 for Iranian gambling operators and sanctioned state entities, a series of investigations corroborated by Reuters …
UAE FMCG spending rises 3.4% as local brands dominate consumer choices
UAE households made 968 million FMCG brand choices in the past year, with local and regional brands accounting for 67% of consumer reach as penetration emerged as the key growth driver …
How a Dubai Crypto Exchange and Online Gambling Helped Move $4 Billion for Iran
A Dubai crypto exchange and over 2,000 gambling sites moved $4 billion for Iran, aiding sanctions evasion and interacting with the central bank.
Reuters ties Dubai exchange Shelbit to $4 billion Iran sanctions route
An unlicensed Dubai crypto exchange, Shelbit, moved at least $4 billion since May 2024 for Iranian gambling operators and sanctioned state entities, a series …
Iran’s $4 Billion Sanctions Evasion Network: How Gambling Sites and Crypto Were Used
A Dubai-based crypto exchange allegedly processed $4 billion in crypto linked to Iranian gambling websites and sanctions evasion. Here’s how the network allegedly worked.
UAE lists 5 categories of people barred from entering the country
The UAE outlines five categories of foreigners prohibited from entry, detailing judicial and administrative deportation procedures and conditions for re-entry.