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Sharjah Police Honour Taxi Driver for Exemplary Honesty

News Desk 01/10/2025

The passenger, a woman attending the event, had exited the taxi in a hurry and only later realised her device was missing. Upon finding the phone, Benson acted without hesitation, promptly handing it over to the Sharjah Police desk at the conference venue. Thanks to his swift action, the phone

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Etihad Rail Confirms Passenger Services to Begin by 2026

News Desk 30/09/2025

The UAE’s ambitious national railway project is on schedule, with Etihad Rail announcing that passenger services will launch in 2026, a milestone that will redefine connectivity across the country and the wider Gulf region. The announcement came during the Global Rail 2025 exhibition and conference, which opened on Tuesday at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition […]

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Emirates Bans Use of Power Banks Onboard All Flights from October 1

News Desk 30/09/2025

Emirates has introduced new safety regulations banning the use of power banks onboard all its flights, effective October 1, 2025. The airline said the move follows a comprehensive safety review into risks associated with lithium battery incidents in aviation. In a statement issued on Tuesday, Emirates confirmed that passengers will no longer be allowed to […]

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Free Entry to Dubai Miracle Garden on Your Birthday

News Desk 30/09/2025

Dubai Miracle Garden has reopened for the new season with an extra-special gift for visitors free entry on their birthday. All guests need to do is present a valid Emirates ID or passport at the ticket counter to confirm their birthday, and admission will be complimentary, confirmed Mohammed Zaher Hammadih, CEO of Dubai Miracle Garden. […]

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Etihad Airways Resumes Flights to Peshawar After a Decade

News Desk 29/09/2025

 Etihad Airways has officially resumed operations at Peshawar’s Bacha Khan International Airport (BKIAP) after more than ten years, marking a significant milestone in the city’s aviation connectivity. The inaugural flight, EY-276 from Abu Dhabi, landed in Peshawar to a traditional water salute, warmly welcomed by airport officials and passengers. This was the

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Kuwait Refutes Reports on Residency Amendments for Family Visa Violators

News Desk 29/09/2025

Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior has categorically denied claims that family visa violators are being permitted to amend their residency status under Article 22 of the country’s residency law. In a statement released on its official X account, the ministry dismissed the reports as “completely false,” emphasizing that no decision or circular has been issued allowing […]

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A milestone moment as Volvo marks 40 years in the UAE with DFC Showroom Relaunch

News Desk 29/09/2025

Volvo Cars UAE and Al Futtaim Trading Enterprises officially reopened the Dubai Festival City showroom, marking 40 years of Volvo in the Emirates. The relaunch introduced History Through Time, a curated showcase tracing Volvo’s journey from its early models to today’s advances in safety, sustainability, electrification and innovation. Classic Volvos were displayed

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UAE Expands Visa Framework with New Categories for AI Experts, Cruise Workers, and Humanitarian Cases

News Desk 29/09/2025

The UAE has announced sweeping updates to its entry visa system, introducing new categories designed to meet the country’s evolving social and economic needs. The amendments, revealed on Monday (September 29) by the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), add flexibility for residents, professionals, and visitors across key industries.

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RTA, Emaar and Al-Futtaim Join Forces to Build Dubai’s First Autonomous Transport Zone

News Desk 26/09/2025

UAE  Dubai is accelerating its push toward becoming a global leader in driverless mobility with two landmark agreements signed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) with Emaar Properties and Al-Futtaim. The partnerships will transform Dubai Festival City and Creek Harbour into the emirate’s first Autonomous Transport Zone, serving as testbeds for cutting-edge

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UAE Launches Dh750 Million Emirates Road Upgrade to Transform Federal Highway Network

News Desk 26/09/2025

The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has kicked off a major Dh750 million project to upgrade Emirates Road, one of the UAE’s busiest highways, in a two-year development plan aimed at easing congestion and creating a smarter, more sustainable transport network. As part of the federal government’s wider strategy to modernise its road system, the […]

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UAE Pavilion at Expo Osaka Welcomes 4 Million Visitors with Cultural Celebration

News Desk 26/09/2025

Image Credit: Emirates News Agency The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has crossed a major milestone, greeting its four millionth visitor since opening earlier this year. The achievement reinforces the pavilion’s status as one of the most visited attractions at the global showcase. The announcement comes just days after the UAE marked its […]

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Dubai Strengthens Higher Education Through New KHDA TECOM Partnership

News Desk 25/09/2025

Photo: Dubai Media Office The emirate has taken another step toward cementing its global reputation as a hub for learning and innovation with a landmark agreement between the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and TECOM Group’s education clusters Dubai International Academic City and Dubai Knowledge Park. The partnership, signed during The Knowledge Assembly

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Emirati Teen Drifter Khalifa Al Falasi to Represent UAE on Global Stage

News Desk 25/09/2025

Image Credit: Afra Alnofeli At just 17 years old, Emirati drifting prodigy Khalifa Al Falasi is set to make history as the youngest driver and the first Emirati to compete at the FIA Intercontinental Drifting Cup this October in Riga, Latvia. The milestone not only highlights Khalifa’s rapid rise in motorsport but also reflects the […]

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Kuwait Dissolves Roads Authority, Refers Officials to Disciplinary Court

News Desk 25/09/2025

Image Credit: AFP Kuwait has disbanded its Public Authority for Roads and Land Transport and referred several of its current and former officials to the State Audit Bureau’s disciplinary court over alleged financial irregularities, local daily Al Qabas reported on Wednesday. Minister of Public Works, Dr. Noura Mohammed Al Mashaan, confirmed that the referrals followed […]

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Government of Moscow and Sber to host Moscow Startup Summit

News Desk 24/09/2025

On October 1–2, an international summit on technology entrepreneurship and innovation – Moscow Startup Summit will take place in Moscow. The event is organized by the Government of Moscow and Sber. According to Deputy Mayor of Moscow Natalia Sergunina, the summit will bring together innovators, investors, major corporations, government agencies, and research

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Portal 2030–2050 in Moscow: Electronic Music Stars, Light Shows Until Dawn and a 14-Meter Cosmonaut

News Desk 24/09/2025

From August 29 to September 14, Moscow hosted Portal 2030–2050 for the second time – one of the largest events in the world of electronic music. This year, 110 DJs from 13 countries took part, including global stars such as Edward Maya, Willy William, Alex Gaudino, Sak Noel and many others. Admission was  free for […]

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Sharjah Students Embark on Practical Scientific Research Journey

News Desk 24/09/2025

Sharjah: Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL), in partnership with the Universities of Sharjah, Kalba, and Khorfakkan, has launched the Scientific Research Incubator, a new initiative designed to give school students hands-on experience in academic research. The programme, unveiled during the seventh annual Majors Discipline Exhibition, targets secondary school students from

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Dubai Sports Council Launches Logo Design Contest With Dh100,000 Prize

News Desk 23/09/2025

Image Credit: Gemini The Dubai Sports Council (DSC) has launched a nationwide competition inviting residents across the UAE to design its new official logo, with the winning entry set to receive a prize of Dh100,000. The initiative is open to professional designers, students, and creative enthusiasts alike, offering a rare chance to contribute to Dubai’s […]

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Abu Dhabi Unveils First Floating Hotel at Yas Marina

News Desk 23/09/2025

The UAE capital has welcomed its first-ever floating hotel with the launch of the Orchid Overnight Superyacht, now permanently moored at Yas Marina. Operated by Dutch Oriental Megayachts, the luxury vessel brings a new dimension to hospitality in Abu Dhabi by offering overnight stays on the water. The superyacht features 31 rooms, including 24 standard […]