The mosque was envisioned by the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the United Arab Emirates. He aimed to create a space that represented the moderation of Islam, conveying …
Dubai Police arrest wanted man for alleged match-fixing charges
Dubai Police have arrested a man wanted by Interpol for match-fixing and fraud allegations. The police apprehended “William Pereira Rugato,” a Brazilian citizen listed on INTERPOL’s Red Notice, for …
Sheikh Sultan’s pictures at SIBF capture Sharjah’s rich tradition
The Sharjah Archaeology Authority’s booth at the ongoing 43rd Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) is a captivating time capsule, transporting visitors …
Abu Dhabi Airport launches U.S. Pre-clearance facility
Abu Dhabi Airports recently completed the transition of its U.S. Customs and Border Protection (US CBP) Preclearance facility to Zayed International …
UAE concludes Kimberley process plenary in Dubai
Dubai, UAE: The UN-mandated Kimberley Process (KP) Plenary concluded in Dubai, UAE, on Friday as part of the historic Dubai Diamond Week which gathered hundreds of representatives from across the …
I moved to Dubai when I became a millionaire at 24. People don’t treat me differently here because of my wealth.
Ben Grant became a millionaire at 24 and says people treated him differently. He moved to Dubai, where it’s easier for him to blend in.
UAE: 4 citizens rescued by Sharjah Police after vehicle overturns
Four citizens were rescued by Sharjah Police after their vehicle overturned in a sandy area in Wadi Qarha in Al Bataeh in Sharjah, National Search and Resc..
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Co. signs power purchase agreement for its 1GW wind farm in Kazakhstan
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company–Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with the Financial Settlement Centre for Renewable Energy Sources Support LLP for …
Fifth UAE aid ship bound for Gaza arrives at Al Arish Port as part of Operation ‘Chivalrous Knight 3’
The Fifth UAE aid ship bound for Gaza arrived Today, Saturday, at the port of Arish in the Egyptian governorate of North Sinai, carrying 5,112 tonnes of humanitarian aid, in preparation for the entry …
UAE contributes $25,000 to support participation of least developed countries, small island developing states in UNHRC
This comes in the context of the country’s continued provision of foreign aid, which has contributed to initiatives to support economic growth opportunities and …
UAE doctors warn against self-medication as some residents suffer from allergies, infections during winter
UAE residents always welcome the onset of cool winter months, but there are some who suffer from seasonal ailments like allergies and infections. One of them is Nada, a 34-year old Dubai resident who …
UAE’s Masdar signs power purchase agreement for wind farm in Kazakhstan
Abu Dhabi’s clean energy company Masdar has signed a power purchase agreement with Kazakhstan for its one-gigawatt wind farm in the Central Asian country, which is looking to boost the share of …
Dubai Police Arrest “William Pereira Rugato,” Accused of Match-Fixing and Fraud in His Home Country
The Dubai Police have apprehended “William Pereira Rugato,” a Brazilian citizen listed on INTERPOL’s Red Notice, for allegedly orchestrating fraud in his home country by manipulating football match …
McIlroy one off the lead at World Tour Championship and in good shape to clinch Race to Dubai title
The path is clear for Rory McIlroy to clinch the year-long Race to Dubai title and be crowned the European tour’s best player for a sixth time.
Dubai Pass: How to skip ticket queues, book directly for tourist attractions; fees, process explained
With so many incredible attractions to explore, choosing where to go and what to do can feel a bit overwhelming. It’s a good thing that Dubai residents or tourists planning to visit have a convenient, …
Dubai Police warn of accident, traffic jam on Al Khail Road
Dubai Police put out an alert on Saturday informing motorists of an accident that’s causing congestion on Al Khail …
UAE court grants landowner permission for construction amid mortgage dispute with bank
In its final ruling, the court mandated the issuance of the required permit approvals to the municipality, provided the development aligns with zoning guidelines …