Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Police has approved a forward-looking “2040 Vision” for its General Department of Human Rights, outlining a roadmap of future-focused initiatives aligned with strategic priorities including safety, community wellbeing, and innovation in human capabilities. The vision is
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Photo Credit : WAM The Sharjah Youth Council, in collaboration with the Department of Civil Aviation’s Youth Council, has organised a youth-focused session aimed at empowering the next generation of aviation professionals and increasing their participation in the sector. The session, titled “Empowering Youth in the Aviation Sector,” was held at the Sharjah Space and […]
Photo Credit : WAM The Mohamed bin Zayed Water Initiative has announced six international finalists for its Al Miyah Challenge for Agriculture, marking a major step toward developing practical solutions for water-efficient farming. The finalists were selected from 21 shortlisted teams, drawn from an initial pool of 846 entries spanning 54 countries. The selected teams […]
Photo Ceredit : WAM Q Mobility has announced the activation of a paid parking system across additional commercial sectors in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, effective 6 May 2026. The move comes under the regulatory oversight of the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC), part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport. The latest rollout forms part of […]
Photo Credit : WAM The Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf has revealed that 53 cities across the Gulf Cooperation Council have now been designated as Healthy Cities, reflecting a growing regional focus on linking urban development with public health and quality of life. Health authorities across the […]
Dubai, UAE — April 2026 — The United Arab Emirates has announced its decision to withdraw from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and the OPEC+ alliance, effective May 1, 2026. According to the Emirates News Agency, the move aligns with the UAE’s long-term strategic and economic vision, as well as the evolution of […]
Photo Credit : WAM Majra – National CSR Fund has unveiled a new agriculture-focused category under its “Sustainable Impact Challenge,” in a move aimed at strengthening the UAE’s agricultural sector and accelerating sustainable development nationwide. The initiative, launched in collaboration with the National Agricultural Centre, was announced during the UAE Agricultural
Photo Credit : WAM NMDC Energy has reported a solid start to 2026, delivering strong financial results for the first quarter while maintaining steady operations across all projects despite a complex regional environment. The company recorded revenues of AED5 billion in Q1 2026, marking a 33 percent increase compared to the same period last year. […]
Photo Credit : WAM The Abu Dhabi City Municipality has launched a community-focused initiative aimed at encouraging residents, particularly children, to play an active role in preserving the emirate’s urban landscape and public spaces. The ‘Little Inspector’ programme was rolled out across multiple locations, engaging school students, families and community members through
Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates has delivered 100 tonnes of food supplies to Gaza as part of its ongoing humanitarian efforts under the “Humaid Air Bridge,” launched within Operation Chivalrous Knight 3. The aid shipment arrived in the Egyptian city of Al Arish, carrying approximately 3,300 food parcels aimed at supporting Palestinian […]
Photo Credit : X Abu Dhabi Police Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to remain alert and exercise extra caution when driving near schools, warning that distractions can pose serious risks to students and pedestrians. In an official statement, authorities emphasised the importance of heightened vigilance, especially during peak hours such as morning drop-offs and […]
Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — April 2026 — The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment and the Abu Dhabi Quality and Conformity Council have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance biosecurity cooperation during the Emirates Agriculture Conference and Exhibition 2026. The agreement was formalized by Mohammed Saeed Al Nuaimi, Under-Secretary of MOCCAE, and […]
Photo Credit : WAM Kuwait International Airport has officially resumed airspace operations from Thursday evening, marking a gradual return to normal air traffic following recent disruptions. The announcement was made by Sheikh Humoud Mubarak Humoud Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, Director of the Public Authority of Civil Aviation, who confirmed that the decision was taken in
Photo Credit : WAM Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) has announced a strategic joint venture with VOLT UAE to develop an advanced AI-ready data centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), reinforcing Dubai’s ambitions as a global digital economy hub. The announcement was made in the presence of Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Han de Groot, […]
Photo Credit : WAM Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the launch of Dubai Metro’s Gold Line, a major new transport project valued at AED34 billion, with instructions for immediate implementation. The fully underground line will span 42 kilometres and include 18 stations, making it one of the emirate’s most ambitious infrastructure developments […]
Photo Credit : WAM The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Basketball Federation to strengthen intellectual property (IP) rights protection and support the development of a more innovative and sustainable sports sector. The agreement was signed in the presence of Dr. Abdulrahman Hassan Al Muaini, […]
Photo Credit : WAM The United Arab Emirates National Pavilion continued to capture strong international interest on the second day of the Defence Services Asia Exhibition and Conference 2026, held at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre. The pavilion has emerged as a key platform for defence collaboration, showcasing the UAE’s growing capabilities in […]
Photo Credit : WAM His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has reviewed progress on the Al Mamzar Beaches project, a major coastal development under Dubai’s AED3 billion beach master plan aimed at expanding public beachfront capacity and enhancing tourism infrastructure. The project, led by Dubai Municipality, involves an investment of AED500 million and […]
Photo Credit : Abu Dhabi Police Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reminded motorists to strictly follow school bus stop arm regulations, reinforcing that child safety on the roads is a shared responsibility. In a public advisory, the authority stressed that drivers must stop when a school bus is picking up or dropping off […]
Paid parking has been introduced across additional sectors in Musaffah, as Q Mobility confirmed the rollout starting Monday, April 20. The move, implemented under the supervision of the Integrated Transport Centre, part of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, marks the second phase of a broader strategy to enhance parking management and ease traffic congestion




























