Sharjah Ruler Sets Up Harun Al Rashid International Award
The Ruler of Sharjah has established a new international award named after Harun Al Rashid.
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Dubai's upgraded nol card to link transport fares with Jaywan payments
Dubai commuters will soon be able to use a new nol card that combines transport fares, taxi rides, parking and digital payments, with a pilot starting in November 2026.
Dubai firm marks UAE Flag Day with community gathering
Vista Maritime Travel & Tourism hosted a Flag Day event in Dubai attended by diplomats, Emirati guests and community leaders.
UAE urges residents to report medicine side effects through new EDE DAWA tool
The Emirates Drug Establishment has launched a smart tool that lets residents report suspected side effects of medicines, as part of a nationwide safety campaign.
Private 'quiet proposals' gain favour among couples, with Dubai a popular setting
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UAE's Sheikh Mansour hails national flag as symbol of unity on Flag Day
UAE Vice President Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan marked Flag Day by praising the nation's unity and the strength the flag represents.
Autistic UAE teen's artwork chosen for Peru and Ras Al Khaimah exhibitions
Tatum Lafuente, a 14-year-old Dubai-raised artist, has had his drawings selected for two exhibitions later this year and early next year.
Dubai Police speed up forensic medical reports with new examination system
Dubai Police say a new medical examination system at the Forensic Medicine Department has cut waiting times and brought forensic reports to investigators sooner.
Ziina wins Dubai-it Award for Companies in Business
Dubai's Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has named Dubai fintech firm Ziina the winner of the Dubai-it Award for Companies in the Field of Business.
Mohammed bin Rashid hails Sheikha Latifa's work during South Korea visit
Dubai's ruler praised Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for her dedication while she represents the UAE in Seoul.
Dubai-raised 10-year-old publishes book and pledges earnings to animal welfare
Aryahi Tiwari, a Year 6 Indian student in Dubai, has published her first book and is directing its earnings to animal welfare and cow shelters.
UAE fuel prices drop for November as oil spill cleanup and flight cuts continue
UAE motorists will pay less for petrol and diesel from November 1, while the environment ministry reports less marine pollution after a tanker spill.
Overnight Emirates Road closures between Dubai and Sharjah until November 15
Motorists heading from Dubai towards Sharjah will face daily four-hour overnight closures on Emirates Road while Etihad Rail carries out infrastructure work.
Indian expat cleared by Sharjah court after wrongful arrest at Dubai Airport
A Sharjah court has fully acquitted an Indian expat who had faced deportation over a rental fraud case involving his villa documents.
More than 35 beaches closed across UAE's northern emirates amid oil spill
Beaches and coastal areas in Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain have been closed or restricted, with the total now above 35 after a new closure in Sharjah.
Dubai Police expert explains how online scammers take money
A Dubai Police cybersecurity expert has urged the public to stay alert against online fraud, which exploits weaknesses in digital services.
Ajman school buses all fitted with automatic fire suppression systems
Every school bus in Ajman now has an automatic fire suppression system in its engine compartment, the emirate's transport authority has said.
Abu Dhabi meeting aims to deepen cooperation among UAE philanthropies
Erth Zayed Philanthropies hosted the UAE Strategic Philanthropy Network in Abu Dhabi, bringing together around 60 participants to discuss shared goals for the sector.
Six arrested in Dubai over Dh2.6 million crypto fraud
Dubai Police have arrested six people accused of taking Dh2.6 million from a man in an unlicensed cryptocurrency deal, and have secured the stolen digital assets.