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Fujairah marine clean-up removes 740kg of debris in volunteer-led effort

News Editor 25/12/2025

Image Credit : Barracuda Diving Centre More than 740 kilograms of marine debris were removed from the seabed off the coast of Fujairah during a large-scale clean-up carried out by volunteers, organisers said. The operation brought together 134 certified divers and community members and marked

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UAE leaders extend Christmas greetings, highlight values of peace and coexistence

News Editor 25/12/2025

Photo Credit: WAM The UAE’s leadership has extended warm Christmas greetings to Christian communities in the country and around the world, reinforcing messages of peace, harmony, and shared human values. President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan conveyed his wishes to those celebrating the festive season both locally and internationally, emphasising

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UAE Bear Grylls Explorers Camp reopens in Jebel Jais after weather-related closure

News Editor 24/12/2025

Image Credit : Jebel Jais Bear Grylls Explorers Camp has reopened to visitors following a temporary closure caused by adverse weather conditions that affected Jebel Jais last week. Authorities had suspended activities across the mountain destination to allow for detailed safety inspections and maintenance work after recent rainfall. The camp confirmed on Wednesday that all

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Police Desert Park restricts weekend access to Sharjah government employees

News Editor 24/12/2025

Image Credit : WAM Members of the public planning a weekend visit to Police Desert Park may be turned away, as access from Friday to Sunday has been temporarily limited to Sharjah government employees and their families. The decision applies to the sixth edition of the annual event, currently taking place in the Al Kaheef […]

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Dubai Press Club hosts workshops to nurture young Emirati journalists

News Editor 24/12/2025

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai Press Club has organised a series of specialised workshops aimed at developing the writing and analytical skills of Emirati students and emerging journalists, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the UAE’s media sector. Held in collaboration with the Board of Trustees of the Emirati Article Award, the workshops brought […]

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Sharjah intensifies pest control efforts following heavy rainfall

News Editor 23/12/2025

Sharjah City Municipality has stepped up its pest control operations across the emirate in response to recent heavy rains and unstable weather, as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard public health and curb the spread of insects. Municipal teams have been deployed to multiple areas, with a focus on locations where rainwater has collected, including […]

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MBR Aerospace Hub, UUDS AERO to develop region’s first Cabin Excellence Centre

News Editor 23/12/2025

Image Credit : WAM The Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has expanded its collaboration with UUDS AERO, as the company strengthens its regional presence with two new Code F plots designed to independently accommodate up to three wide-body aircraft for cabin completion and retrofit operations. The expansion highlights UUDS AERO’s continued […]

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UAE traffic update: Morning congestion slows Dubai–Sharjah commute

News Editor 23/12/2025

Photo Credit: Google Map Morning rush hour traffic is causing slower travel times for commuters heading from Sharjah to Dubai, with congestion building across several key routes, according to real-time Google Maps data. Heavy congestion in Sharjah and Al MamzarTraffic is moving at reduced speeds on the E11 towards Dubai, particularly around Al Mamzar. Sharjah’s […]

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First specialised software for property developers launches in UK and UAE

News Editor 22/12/2025

For an industry tasked with delivering some of the world’s most complex assets, property development has long operated without technology designed specifically for its needs. That shortfall is becoming increasingly apparent as markets such as the UAE see growing demand for villa renovations, property flips and large-scale residential towers, all of which demand faster

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Ras Al Khaimah Police roll out smart services system to reduce bureaucracy

News Editor 22/12/2025

Ras Al Khaimah Police have launched a new integrated smart services and partnerships system designed to simplify procedures, boost service efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience. The initiative brings together government and private-sector partners while using smart technologies to speed up service delivery and reduce administrative delays. Early results

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Drones deployed to enhance Dubai Metro safety and efficiency

News Editor 22/12/2025

Photo Credit: RTA The Roads and Transport Authority has introduced advanced drone technology to inspect Dubai Metro tunnels, marking a major step forward in improving safety, efficiency, and infrastructure monitoring across the network. The initiative, rolled out in collaboration with metro operator Keolis MHI, enables faster and more precise inspections while

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UAE establishes National Media Authority to oversee media sector

News Editor 18/12/2025

Image Credit : WAM The UAE Government has issued a Federal Decree-Law establishing the National Media Authority, a new body tasked with regulating and developing the country’s media sector while strengthening its regional and international presence. The decree provides for the creation of a federal public authority affiliated with the Cabinet. The National Media Authority

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Abu Dhabi weather: Dh2,000 fine for entering flooded valleys, police warn

News Editor 18/12/2025

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police have urged motorists to take extra precautions during rainy and unstable weather, warning drivers not to enter valleys or watercourses when they are flooded or flowing, regardless of how safe the situation may appear. The warning forms part of nationwide efforts to curb road accidents during adverse weather, when poor […]

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UAE weather turns unstable as rain, hail and strong winds sweep across the country

News Editor 18/12/2025

Image Credit : Gulf News The UAE is experiencing a spell of unstable weather today and into the weekend, with scattered rain, thunderstorms, lightning and the possibility of hail in several areas, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). Forecasters said partly cloudy to cloudy skies will dominate, with convective cloud formations bringing rainfall […]

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Dubai’s DIFC joins global privacy alliance, pioneering new data standards

Miguel Hadchity 18/12/2025

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — December 2025 — The Dubai International Financial Centre has become a member of the Global Cross-Border Privacy Rules Forum, marking a significant milestone as the first jurisdiction outside the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation bloc to do so. According to the Emirates News Agency, the announcement was made during a recent […]

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No more OTPs for UAE banking as lenders roll out new in-app payment approvals by 2026

News Editor 17/12/2025

UAE banks are beginning to phase out traditional one-time passwords sent via SMS or email, replacing them with in-app transaction approvals aimed at improving speed and security. The move comes as financial institutions respond to a rise in phishing attempts, SIM-swap scams and OTP interception, which have made text-based verification increasingly vulnerable. Under the new

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UAE announces new school admission age criteria for 2026–27

News Editor 17/12/2025

Photo Credit : Gulf News The UAE has announced revised age cut-off criteria for school admissions starting from the 2026–27 academic year, standardising eligibility requirements across most curricula. The Ministry of Education confirmed that the official age cut-off date will now be December 31 of the admission year, replacing the previous August 31 benchmark. The […]

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Dubai: RTA announces traffic diversions in Ras Al Khor for Metro Blue Line works

News Editor 17/12/2025

Photo Credit: Gulfnews Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced new traffic diversions in Ras Al Khor to support the start of construction works for the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a major public transport project aimed at expanding the emirate’s rail network. In an update shared on social media, the RTA confirmed that several […]

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What Founders in MENA Should Prepare for in 2026

News Editor 17/12/2025

Over the last few years, I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with founders across the MENA region. The ambition, speed, and scale being built here are undeniable. But as we move toward 2026, I believe the ecosystem is entering a more mature phase, one where growth will be defined not just by speed, but […]

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UAE launches automatic passport and Emirates ID renewals for senior citizens, people of determination

News Editor 16/12/2025

Photo Credit: GN Archives The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security has rolled out a new service that enables the automatic renewal of passports and Emirates ID cards for senior citizens and people of determination registered under the social support programme. The initiative, known as the Taqdeer Package, removes the need for […]