Commuters across the UAE faced a challenging start to the week as severe rush-hour congestion brought traffic to a crawl on major highways leading into Dubai. Motorists travelling from Sharjah, Ajman, and other northern emirates reported significant delays, with real-time traffic data
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Photo credit: Xposure International Photography Festival Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — The Xposure International Photography Festival, a cornerstone of the global visual arts scene, is celebrating its milestone 10th edition with an unprecedented outpouring of creative talent. The recently concluded first round of curation for the Xposure International Photography and Film
Image Credit : Salik Motorists in Dubai will enjoy reduced toll rates on select Sundays throughout November as Salik rolls out a special pricing initiative in support of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025. The revised toll rates will apply on November 2, 16, and 23, offering commuters savings during the citywide fitness campaign, which runs […]
Following the resounding success of past two editions, VAP Group in association with and Times of AI and supported by Abu Dhabi Convention & Exhibition Bureau is set to host an exclusive event on 8-9th December, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, that will bring together AI futurists across the globe with 5,000+ attendees, 200+ speakers, 150+ […]
Abu Dhabi, UAE – The Global AI Show comes back on 8–9 December 2025 at Space42 Arena, Abu Dhabi, with its most ambitious one yet — AI:2031: Accelerating Intelligent Futures. Organized by VAP Group in partnership with Times of AI, the program this year gathers international leaders, imaginative thinkers, and trailblazing enterprises to discuss how […]
UAE, October 31: The countdown is on for the second edition of the Ras Al Khaimah Investment and Business Summit (RAKIS), held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, UAE Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah. Taking place at the Al Hamra International Exhibition & Conference Centre […]
Starting November 1, 2025, new and stricter traffic regulations will come into force across Dubai and Sharjah, aimed at improving road safety and curbing violations by delivery riders, heavy vehicles, and buses. The move comes amid a noticeable increase in accidents involving delivery motorcycles in recent years, driven by the rapid growth of e-commerce and […]
Abu Dhabi is gearing up for an action-packed tourism season with a rich lineup of cultural, recreational, and eco-tourism experiences across the emirate. From Al Ain’s newly developed Wadi Al Sarouj Forest to the much-anticipated “Taste of Abu Dhabi” festival on Hudayriyat Island, residents and visitors can look forward to a diverse calendar of attractions […]
Fly Jinnah, Pakistan’s fast-growing low-cost carrier, has inaugurated direct flights between Lahore and Dubai, further strengthening air links between the two nations. The inaugural flight departed from Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport on October 29, marked by a special ceremony attended by Fly Jinnah officials and airport representatives. A welcoming event
Credit Image : AFP The UAE has unveiled an ambitious new initiative designed to expand its volunteer base to 600,000 people, strengthen the nonprofit sector, and embed giving as a core national value. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, announced the launch of the UAE […]
Image Credit : Dubai Media Office His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the launch of a landmark global humanitarian project a Dh4.7 billion endowment district dedicated to funding health and education initiatives worldwide. The announcement, made via Sheikh Mohammed’s […]
The UAE has launched a major new artificial intelligence (AI) training drive, AI for All, in partnership with Google a nationwide initiative aimed at equipping residents of all ages with the skills needed for the digital economy of the future. Announced as part of the UAE Codes 2025 celebrations, the programme is spearheaded by the […]
The Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has rolled out a new city-wide awareness campaign to combat the issue of abandoned vehicles, boats, and equipment left in public spaces. Running under the slogan “Our Home, Our Responsibility – Our Neighbourhoods, Our Identity,” the initiative aims to educate the public about the importance of […]
Emergency response teams from Abu Dhabi Police and the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority swiftly contained a fire that broke out at several commercial shops in the Musaffah Industrial Area on Tuesday evening. Authorities confirmed that no injuries or casualties were reported. Firefighters and police personnel arrived at the scene within minutes, working efficiently to […]
Residents across the UAE can look forward to cooler, more comfortable weather as the country transitions into the winter season. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), temperatures are expected to fall significantly this week, with a chance of light rainfall in some regions. In Sharjah, temperatures are forecast to dip to a pleasant […]
Image Credit : du du Pay, the licensed digital wallet platform by du, has joined hands with food delivery giant talabat to launch a new digital wallet designed exclusively for delivery riders across the UAE marking the first collaboration of its kind between a regulated fintech provider and a major logistics platform in the country. […]
Image Credit :RTA All participants of Dubai Ride 2025 will be able to enjoy free bike rentals, thanks to a partnership between Careem and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). Cycling enthusiasts can unlock a complimentary single-trip pass on the Careem app using the promo code DR25, available from 3am to 8am on November 2, […]
The UAE will celebrate Flag Day 2025 on Monday, November 3, marking 13 years since the national occasion was first observed. While it is not a public holiday, the day serves as a powerful reminder of national unity with Emiratis and residents alike raising the UAE flag across offices, schools, and public spaces in a […]
Motorists in Ajman are being urged to stop driving without a valid license as police launch a two-month awareness campaign aimed at curbing unlicensed driving, reducing accidents, and promoting road safety across the emirate. The initiative, spearheaded by the Ajman Police’s Traffic and Patrols Department, seeks to educate drivers about the dangers and legal consequences





























