The US is trying to get UAE to collaborate with American tech companies and distance itself from China in its technological collaborations especially when it comes to AI. As a result, several American …
Disruption on Dubai Metro continues: Which stations are operational?
Disruption on the Dubai Metro continues today as the city navigates the aftermath of this week’s storms. It was the most rainfall to hit the UAE in the history of the nation. The aftermath of the …
Dubai traffic update: Which roads are accessible?
Following the most rain in UAE history, there is a lot of water on Dubai’s roads. As the city works to get conditions back to normal, people have been urged to stay home but if you do have to make a …
Dubai submerged in floods as UAE gets over a year’s worth of rain in hours
Heavy thunderstorms have lashed the United Arab Emirates (UAE), dumping more than a year and a half’s rain on the desert city-state of Dubai in just a few hours and flooding major highways and …
UAE space tech to forecast heavy rains, floods; help in rescue missions
By 2026, the country plans to leverage advanced space imaging and radar capabilities for round-the-clock monitoring of Earth’s surface …
UAE witnesses record-breaking rains, highest in 75 years
The UAE witnessed its heaviest rainfall in 75 years from late Monday through Tuesday night, surpassing any recorded precipitation since data collection began in 1949. The weather department …
Nowhere for the water to go: Dubai flooding shows the world is failing a big climate change drainage test
Urban environments paved over nature like Dubai with no way to drain the water from more frequent, massive rainfalls need new solutions for climate change fast.
UAE: No electricity, internet, water in some areas after heavy rains
The UAE experienced the highest rainfall in its modern history on April 16, which left residents grappling with flooded homes and praying for safety. Many buildings, villas, and townhouse …
Man Stuck on N800m Rolls-Royce Ghost During Dubai Flood
Several Rolls-Royce luxury vehicles, including a Ghost sedan valued at N800 million, succumbed to flooding in various parts of the United Arab Emirates, notably Dubai. The calamitous event submerged …
Satellite photos of UAE before and after severe flooding
ALBAWABA In April 2024, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) faced one of the most significant meteorological events in its recent history. A powerful storm, …
Dubai: Thousands of cars drowned, electric ones kept on driving
Many Israelis flock to Dubai for motorized fun, but in just a day, its roads were flooded. While off-road vehicles were stranded, Teslas and electric Porsches continued to drive on.
Fact-Check: Old, Unrelated Video Falsely Linked to Dubai Floods
An Al-Arabiya report from 26 October 2018 stated that Tabuk experienced intense rainfall and hailstorms, causing flooding in valleys and reefs. Conclusion: Clearly, an old and unrelated video is being …
Apparent Israeli attack in Iran draws anti-aircraft fire as tensions high between Mideast rivals
An apparent Israeli drone attack on a major air base near the central city of Isfahan activated Iranian air defenses. The strike early Friday came just days after Tehran’s unprecedented …
ZETDC Clinches 500MW Solar Energy Deal With UAE-based Company
The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) recently signed a power purchase agreement with Skypower, a United Arab Emirates-based energy company.
16 fun things to do in Dubai this weekend: April 19-21
This weekend it’s all about comedy, with the end of the Dubai Comedy Festival and some other stand-up shows ready to get you giggling. Speaking of festivals, there is a huge selection to choose from …
Dubai brunch reviews: 54 top brunches, tried and tested
Want to book brunch in Dubai, but don’t know where to start? You need Time Out’s Dubai brunch reviews, our guide to Dubai’s best brunches to try now (as well as those to avoid at all costs). These …
Dubai observes remote work, school day amid weather concerns
DUBAI: The residents of Dubai are gearing up to observe a remote working and studying day on Tuesday, as the emirate responds to anticipated weather challenges in the cosmopolitan. Crown Prince of …