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Dubai RTA adds four new bus routes, upgrades over 70 services from January 9

News Editor 07/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will roll out four new public bus routes and introduce adjustments to more than 70 existing services starting January 9, as part of a wider effort to improve network efficiency during peak travel hours. The new routes are aimed at

Retail

Ajman Chamber launches “Eco Smart Industry” initiative to drive sustainable manufacturing

Miguel Hadchity 07/01/2026

Photo Credit: Ajman Chamber Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Ajman Chamber of Commerce and Industry has inaugurated a new initiative, “Eco Smart Industry,” designed to support member factories in enhancing their environmental performance and transitioning toward sustainable production models. According to the Emirates News Agency, the program encourages private-sector

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Is Isra Wal Miraj a public holiday in the UAE?

News Editor 06/01/2026

Isra Wal Miraj, which translates to the Night Journey and Ascension, is observed on the 27th day of Rajab, the seventh month of the Islamic calendar. This year, the occasion is expected to fall on Friday, January 16, subject to moon sighting. While Isra Wal Miraj is officially recognised as a public holiday in countries […]

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Abu Dhabi Police step up wildlife protection with new Al Dhafra environmental patrols

News Editor 06/01/2026

Image Credit : X / Abu Dhabi Police Abu Dhabi Police have strengthened efforts to protect wildlife and natural habitats with the launch of a dedicated environmental police patrol in the Al Dhafra region. The new patrols operate under the Environmental Police Department within the Special Patrols Directorate and are focused on safeguarding terrestrial ecosystems […]

Education News UAE

UAE schools revise Friday schedules, early dismissals from 11.10am

News Editor 06/01/2026

Photo Credit: Khaleej Times Schools across the UAE have begun notifying parents of earlier Friday dismissal times, as campuses adjust schedules to align with the country’s newly unified Friday prayer timing. Circulars and emails sent to families confirm that students will now be dismissed earlier on Fridays, with some schools releasing pupils from as early […]

Events

Dubai to host inaugural PropTech Connect Middle East 2026, spearheading regional real estate transformation

Miguel Hadchity 06/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The Dubai Land Department will host PropTech Connect Middle East 2026, the first regional edition of the globally recognised real estate technology event. Scheduled for 4th to 5th February at the Grand Hyatt Dubai, the conference marks a strategic milestone in the emirate’s drive to become […]

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SEVENTH EDITION OF MANCHESTER CITY ABU DHABI CUP SET FOR KICK-OFF – AND EVERYONE IS INVITED!

News Desk 06/01/2026

More than 8,000 people are set to descend on Zayed Sports City this weekend as the region’s biggest youth football tournament, the record-breaking Manchester City Abu Dhabi Cup, returns for its seventh edition. Three days of spectacular international football action will be accompanied by fun, friendship, and culture when close to 250 teams from 18 […]

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Unsettled weather to persist across UAE until Thursday

News Editor 05/01/2026

Dubai: Unsettled weather conditions are set to continue across the UAE until Thursday, bringing dusty skies, shifting cloud cover, active winds and occasional chances of light rain, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Forecasters said weather conditions will vary across different parts of the country over the coming days, ranging from dusty and hazy […]

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Back-to-school alert: Dh1,000 fine for ignoring school bus stop sign arm

News Editor 05/01/2026

Image Credit : X / Abu Dhabi Police Motorists across the UAE have been urged to strictly comply with school bus stop sign arms as more than one million students return to classrooms for the start of the second academic term. Abu Dhabi Police issued a renewed warning on Monday, as around 1.1 million pupils […]

Transport

UAE aviation sector soars with record 2025 achievements in sustainability and global leadership

Miguel Hadchity 05/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — The UAE aviation sector has reinforced its role as a strategic pillar of the national economy, contributing up to 18 percent of GDP and serving as a global benchmark. A series of major achievements throughout 2025 have strengthened its support for trade, tourism, and logistics while […]

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QatarEnergy, Egypt sign MoU to expand LNG supply cooperation

News Editor 05/01/2026

Photo Credit: WAM QatarEnergy has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources to deepen cooperation in the energy sector, with a particular focus on supplying liquefied natural gas to Egypt. The agreement was signed at QatarEnergy’s headquarters in Doha by Saad Sherida Al Kaabi, Minister of State for Energy […]

Fitness

Tiny Steps, Big Benefits: Gymnastics for Toddlers in Dubai

Maria Rabbani 03/01/2026

When it comes to giving children the best start in life, Dubai parents know the value of early development. From language skills to social interaction, every activity can play a role in shaping a child’s future. Among the many options available in this vibrant city, gymnastics for toddlers in Dubai is quickly becoming a favorite […]

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What new UAE law means for buyers as defect claim period extended

News Editor 02/01/2026

Buyers in the UAE are set to benefit from stronger legal protections under the country’s updated Civil Transactions Law, which introduces clearer rules for sales contracts, expands remedies for defective goods and extends the time limit for filing claims over hidden defects. The reforms, which came into effect on January 1, 2026, are part of […]

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Final call issued for global teams to register for UAE SWAT Challenge 2026

News Editor 02/01/2026

Dubai: The organising committee of the UAE SWAT Challenge has issued a final call for special police units, rapid-intervention teams and tactical squads from around the world to register for the 2026 edition of the global event. Teams can complete their registration through the official website, www.uaeswatchallenge.com, by submitting the required details and

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UAE expands Dh320 health insurance to 380 providers for private workers

News Editor 02/01/2026

Dubai: The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has expanded the network of healthcare providers offering the UAE’s basic health insurance package for private-sector workers and domestic helpers, increasing the total to 380 providers nationwide, up from 100 previously. The ministry said the expanded network delivers a broad range of services, including treatment

Transport

Dubai’s public transport sets new record with 2.8m riders on New Year’s Eve

Miguel Hadchity 02/01/2026

Image Credit : X/@rta_dubai Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority successfully facilitated the movement of more than 2.8 million passengers during the New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations. Ridership grew by 13 percent compared to the previous year, surpassing the 2.5 million passengers recorded in 2025. The achievement was driven by […]

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Dubai Duty Free records strongest year ever with Dhs8.68bn sales in 2025

News Editor 01/01/2026

Image Credit : dubaidutyfree Dubai Duty Free has delivered its strongest performance on record, reporting annual sales of Dhs8.680 billion ($2.378 billion) in 2025, marking a 9.85 percent increase compared to 2024 and the highest result in the retailer’s 42-year history. The record-breaking year was underpinned by ten months of all-time high sales, with December […]

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UAE sets legal age of maturity at 18 under new civil law

News Editor 01/01/2026

The UAE has officially lowered the legal age of maturity from 21 to 18 under a newly issued federal decree law that updates the country’s Civil Transactions Law. Under the revised legislation, individuals aged 18 are now permitted to independently manage their financial affairs and assets. The law also allows those aged 15 and above […]

Transport

UAE flag carrier cements global leadership with record passengers and ambitious 2025 milestones

Miguel Hadchity 01/01/2026

Photo Credit: Emirates Dubai, UAE — January 2026 — Emirates Airlines solidified its status as the world’s largest international airline in 2025, carrying 55.6 million passengers across nearly 180,580 flights, a distance equivalent to circling the Earth more than 29,000 times. Marking its 40th anniversary, the airline outlined a year driven by a clear vision for […]

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Abu Dhabi Police offer traffic points relief during Liwa International Festival

News Editor 31/12/2025

Image Credit : Abu Dhabi Media Office  Abu Dhabi Police have announced a special initiative allowing motorists to benefit from traffic points services during the Liwa International Festival, giving eligible drivers an opportunity to reinstate suspended driving licences or reduce accumulated traffic points. The service will be available from Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at