Abu Dhabi Police announced on Friday that their teams, in co-operation with Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority, successfully contained a fire that broke out in …
UAE faces massive heat and dust this weekend
The UAE is set for unsettled summer weather through the weekend, with the National Centre of Meteorology forecasting afternoon convective clouds and possible rainfall across eastern, southern and …
UAE summer: Simple tips to prevent heat exhaustion amid soaring temperatures
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention is urging residents to stay hydrated and take simple precautions to protect themselves from the summer heat …
UAE extends small business relief until end of 2029
Small businesses in the UAE with annual revenue of up to Dh3 million can continue to benefit from Small Business Relief for corporate tax purposes until the end of 2029.The Ministry of Finance said on …
Video: Abu Dhabi Police warn motorists against stopping in the middle of the road
Abu Dhabi Police share crash footage warning drivers not to stop in active lanes, urging motorists to move to a safe spot and call 999 if the vehicle cannot be moved …
Abu Dhabi Police: Fire at under-construction building on Yas Island brought under control, no injuries reported
Abu Dhabi Police and Civil Defence contained a Yas Island construction site fire on August 7, 2026 with no injuries, urging the public to follow official updates and avoid rumours …
Long weekend confirmed: Which UAE public holidays are still left in 2026?
Prophet’s Birthday long weekend on Aug 28 and UAE National Day break Dec 2–3, plus an extended holiday to start 2027 as Jan 1 falls on a Friday …
UAE announces holiday for Prophet’s Birthday
UAE declares Friday, August 28, 2026, a public holiday for Prophet’s Birthday for federal government and private sector employees, with work resuming Monday, August 31 …
UAE to allow residents to take nine days off with just four days of annual leave
However, instead of three days off, employees across the UAE could actually take nine days off for the price of four. Typically, if you wanted nine days off then you’d eat into almost all of your …
‘This is what makes Dubai different’: Indian man praises mall staff for calling to check on daughter after fall
An Indian man praised a Dubai mall after staff cared for his daughter and called the next day to check on her. | Trending …
Dubai Mallathon debuts at Dubai International Airport DXB Terminal 3
Dubai Mallathon debuts at Dubai International Airport DXB, transforming Terminal 3 into an indoor walking track to boost wellbeing and unite employees, the oneDXB community and People of Determination …
Abu Dhabi fire crews tackle blaze at under-construction building on Yas Island
Police and Civil Defence respond to fire …
UAE’s Adnoc buys tankers for US$1.3 bil as crude exports boom
The United Arab Emirates spent US$1.3 billion to expand its tanker fleet to benefit from surging crude exports after the country left Opec.
UAE announces Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (PBUH) public holiday
The United Arab Emirates has announced the public holiday date for the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday (PBUH). Private and public sector workers will have Friday August 28 off to mark the occasion, …
Abu Dhabi is testing an AED 9,999 AI mattress against sleep apnoea
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Health is testing Eight Sleep’s AI smart beds in a 12-week study on sleep apnoea. The Pod 4 costs from AED 9,999 in the UAE.
UAE announces public, private sector holiday for Prophet’s birthday
The UAE has announced Friday, August 28, 2026 as a holiday for public and private sectors this year, making it a three-day weekend for many employees.
Dubai on course for record year in rental contracts
Al Warsan First lead the rental market year-to-date in Dubai, followed by Jebel Ali First, Al Barsha South Fourth, Business Bay and Nadd Al Hessa …