Photo Credit : Gulf News The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs in Dubai (GDRFA) has rolled out a new cybersecurity reporting feature through its “Amer” Contact Centre, allowing residents to quickly report suspicious online activities and digital fraud. The initiative is
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The journey of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is traveling on a journey that aims to have a more diversified economy. While enhancing its non-oil economic activities, there is a strong emphasis on huge and impressive transportation projects including large expansions in the railway services in the kingdom, the building of […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia—The Global Games Show in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will be held between 20 and 30 June 2026, highlighting e-sports visionaries, game developers, and other industry experts who confirm the Kingdom’s position as an internationally recognized gaming and e-sports destination. These leaders will discuss the future of e-sports and gaming on topics such as […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia- The Global AI Show Riyadh 2026, taking place June 29-30, has unveiled its first lineup of thought leaders, policymakers, innovators, and global AI experts set to drive the direction of artificial intelligence and put it on the edge of innovation until 2026. Organized by VAP Group and powered by Times of AI, […]
Photo Credit : Gulf News The UAE has announced new fuel prices for April 2026, with motorists set to pay significantly higher rates starting Tuesday, April 1. According to the UAE Fuel Price Committee, Super 98 petrol will increase to Dh3.39 per litre, up from Dh2.59 in March. Special 95 petrol will rise to Dh3.28 […]
Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Education has announced the extension of remote learning for all students, teachers, and administrative staff until Friday, April 17. The decision applies across all educational institutions, including nurseries, kindergartens, and both public and private schools nationwide. Authorities said the measure will remain under continuous
Photo Credit : Rain.ae Light to moderate rainfall swept across parts of the UAE on Tuesday as an unstable weather system brought changing conditions to several emirates, including Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Umm Al Quwain and parts of Abu Dhabi. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the rainfall is linked to a surface low-pressure […]
Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah — In a rapid humanitarian response to recent heavy rainfall, Sharjah Charity International has activated its full crisis management system to support families impacted across the emirate. Ali Mohammed Al Rashidi, Head of the Crisis and Disaster Team, said the swift mobilisation was made possible through advance planning and […]
Photo Credit : NCM The United Arab Emirates is expected to experience unstable weather conditions through midweek, as a weak weather system moves across the country, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Cloud cover is forecast to increase from early Tuesday, spreading gradually from west to east, with weather activity continuing until midday Wednesday. […]
Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi is reinforcing its emergency preparedness framework through a renewed public awareness drive led by the Abu Dhabi Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre (ADCMC). Established under Law No. 22 of 2019, ADCMC plays a key role in strengthening the emirate’s ability to respond to emergencies and crises. The […]
Photo Credit : NCM After several days of heavy rain, thunderstorms, lightning and hail across the UAE, weather conditions are beginning to stabilise, with clearer skies and rising temperatures expected through the week. The recent bout of unstable weather, marked by strong winds and dark skies, brought a sharp contrast to the UAE’s typical sunny […]
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will host the Global Blockchain Show on June 29 and 30, 2026. The show will bring together some of the world’s most influential and widely recognized voices shaping blockchain, Web3, and the global digital assets ecosystem. The Global Blockchain Show is produced by VAP Group with support from The Times of Blockchain […]
Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates, Kuwait, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Jordan have jointly issued a strong condemnation of what they described as “blatant” Iranian attacks, calling them a clear violation of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and international law. In a unified statement, the six nations said the actions — whether carried out […]
Photo Credit : Dubai Police Dubai Police have introduced streamlined digital services to help motorists report lost or found vehicle number plates, particularly as unstable weather conditions impact roads across the emirate. Drivers can now easily file a lost item report or submit details of a found number plate through the official Dubai Police mobile […]
Photo Credit : Gulf News Authorities across the UAE have issued fresh safety advisories as unstable weather conditions continue to impact multiple regions, bringing rainfall, strong winds, and reduced visibility. Emergency response teams have been deployed nationwide to manage water accumulation, maintain infrastructure, and ensure public safety. Officials are urging
Photo Credit : WAM Ajman University has announced the launch of a new Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme in Artificial Intelligence, reinforcing its position as a regional leader in advanced technology education and research. The research-focused programme, offered by the College of Engineering and Information Technology, will be delivered by a faculty that includes
Photo Credit : Gulf News Sharjah City Municipality has announced an extension of free public parking across the emirate due to ongoing unstable weather conditions. The municipality confirmed that the exemption from parking fees, which came into effect on Monday, March 23, will remain in place until further notice. The decision is part of precautionary […]
Photo Credit : X/@DXBMediaOffice Abu Dhabi, UAE — The UAE’s Ministry of Interior has called on motorists and residents to remain vigilant and strictly adhere to safety guidelines as unstable weather conditions continue to affect parts of the country. In an advisory shared via its official account on X, the ministry urged drivers to reduce […]
Photo credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — March 2026 — When the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint becomes a battleground, the consequences ripple far beyond oil markets, reaching factory floors, farmlands, and family budgets across the globe. That was the stark warning issued today by Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, the UAE’s minister of industry and […]
Photo Credit : Gulf News Abu Dhabi Police have advised delivery motorcycle riders to temporarily suspend their services during periods of unstable weather, particularly rainfall, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance road safety and minimise accident risks. The Traffic and Patrols Directorate emphasised that proactive warnings and awareness campaigns are being implemented





























