Both Oman and the UAE, which hosted last year’s COP28 UN climate talks, have previously warned that global warming may lead to more flooding.
Are city governments ready to embrace the AI revolution?
H.E. Younus Al Nasser, chief executive, Dubai Data & Statistics Establishment, Digital Dubai explains how Dubai is using AI for better governance.. Are city governments ready to embrace the AI …
Abu Dhabi issued red alert with ‘convective clouds’ that will last until 6pm Wednesday
The United Arab Emirates National Centre for Meteorology has issued a red weather warning urging citizens to be extremely vigilant. The warning for convective clouds lasts until 6pm on Wednesday April …
IN PICTURES: UAE heavy rains lash across Dubai, Sharjah, and other emirates
Much of the country remains on high alert. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued red alerts for Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah. These locations and other areas face extremely dangerous weather …
Jet Airways ex-CEO designate slams Anand Mahindra for his ‘Nope, not Mumbai’ post on Dubai flood video
Jet Airways’ ex-CEO designate retweeted Anand Mahindra’s post on the Dubai flood and labelled it an “incorrect analogy”.
Dubai SME boosts growth with over Dhs233m worth of support in 2023
Dubai SME facilitated the establishment of 2,937 new businesses and provided support services to 1,186 Emirati entrepreneurs.
Dubai crypto sector: Major market re-alignment on the cards amidst regulatory move to ease entry barriers for smaller entities
Dubai’s crypto landscape could soon expect a major re-alignment with an influx of smaller crypto firms and a slew of collaborative deals between market leaders and upcoming digital asset ventures in …
Arada awards contracts worth $168mn for Sharjah megaproject Masaar
Construction on 565 homes to begin immediately with delivery scheduled by end-2025. Arada awards contracts worth $168mn for Sharjah megaproject Masaar. ARADA, Saleh Construction, Sharjah megaproject, …
Are flights from Abu Dhabi delayed? The latest travel updates
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Masdar City plans $1bn investment in critical sectors
Masdar City has revealed that there are projects under the design phase with an investment cost ranging between AED3 billion and AED4 billion ($817 million and $1.09 billion) that target critical sectors like energy, artificial intelligence, space, life sciences, and agriculture, a report said.
Dubai International Airport says bad weather causing significant disruption
Dubai International Airport said on Wednesday it was experiencing significant disruption due to bad weather and was working to restore normal operations as quickly as possible. Flights have been delayed or diverted and impacted by displaced crew,
Heavy rains and flood disrupt normal life in Dubai, flight services hit
Normal life in Dubai City was disrupted and air traffic was badly hit after heavy rains, the highest recorded in 75 years, triggered flooding in the UAE on Tuesday, a region which mostly experiences dry and arid climate.
Dubai rains: Dubai International Airport, Emirates send out warnings to passengers
Dubai International Airport is facing major disruptions from adverse weather conditions, leading to delays, diversions, and crew displacement. Efforts are ongoing to swiftly restore normal operations,
After ‘Tough COP’, UAE can work with UK to be leaders in green tech – Boris Johnson
The former prime minister said the UK had hosted the “soft COP” while the UAE had hosted the ‘tough COP’, confounding sceptics to come to consensus with sheer force of technological argument …
UAE Weather: Light early morning rain in parts of Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah, fog alert in Al Ain
After heavy downpours across the UAE yesterday, light rain was reported in Dubai, Sharjah, and Ras Al Khaimah, early morning today. There has been a significant drop in temperatures across the …
Flash flooding in Oman and UAE hit by heaviest rainfall in 75 years – video
Roads and metro stations were seen flooded as major deluge hits parts of the usually arid Gulf
UAE issues alert for more heavy rains; stay-at-home, online schooling advisory issued
The UAE is facing a second wave of severe weather with heavy rain, thunder, lightning, and possible hail. Residents are advised to stay cautious and informed as the National Centre of Meteorology issues warnings.