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UAE Pink October 2025: 86 Clinics Offering Free Cancer Screenings Nationwide

News Desk 01/10/2025

The Friends of Cancer Patients (FOCP) has launched its flagship Pink October campaign, bringing breast cancer awareness and free medical screenings to communities across the UAE throughout October. The initiative kicked off with overwhelming participation at the Pink Caravan’s fixed and mobile

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Dubai Police Unveil Dh223,000 Cybersecurity Contest to Spot UAE’s Brightest Ethical Hackers

News Desk 01/10/2025

Image Credit: Dubai Media Office  Dubai: Cybercrime may be evolving at lightning speed, but Dubai Police are determined to stay one step ahead and they’re inviting the community to help. This October, in line with Cybersecurity Awareness Month, the force has launched a major competition to uncover the UAE’s top ethical hacking talent, offering a […]

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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 was returned to its owner […]

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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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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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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 […]

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Nesto Owners to Launch 8 New Mark & Save Stores Across GCC Within Six Months

News Desk 23/09/2025

Western International Group, the parent company of Nesto hypermarkets, is accelerating the regional growth of its value retail chain Mark & Save with plans to open eight new hypermarkets in the GCC over the next six months. The group has not yet disclosed the exact locations of the new outlets. The announcement comes as Mark […]