The UAE is accelerating work on a new West-East Pipeline project that will double ADNOC’s oil export capacity through Fujairah by 2027. The new route will strengthen the country’s ability to transport crude oil from Abu Dhabi to the Port of Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman, bypassing the Strait of Hormuz — one of […]
The UAE is expected to see a slight drop in temperatures through Monday, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. Weather conditions across the country will remain mostly fair, although fresh winds are expected to stir up dust and sand in some areas, particularly across northern, eastern and western regions. Temperatures are forecast to range […]
Residents and tourists in Abu Dhabi will be able to enjoy free entry to a range of museums and cultural attractions from May 16 to 18 as part of celebrations for International Museum Day. The initiative includes popular sites across the emirate, particularly within the Saadiyat Cultural District, giving visitors the chance to explore art, […]
The long-awaited Gulf Railway project connecting six GCC Emirates is now more than 50 per cent complete, according to officials overseeing the regional transport network. The 1,700-kilometre railway system is expected to become fully operational by December 2030. The ambitious project is designed to improve transport, trade and tourism across the Gulf region, while also […]
Schools across Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman have resumed face-to-face classes from today, following a temporary period of remote learning introduced because of regional tensions. Authorities confirmed that students, teachers and administrative staff will all return to campuses, while schools and nurseries continue operating under strict safety protocols. The temporary switch to online learning had been […]
Emirates have unveiled a striking new aircraft livery featuring a giant UAE flag stretched across the fuselage of one of its iconic Airbus A380s. The special design, applied to aircraft A6-EVG, extends the airline’s famous tail artwork and was revealed as part of the carrier’s “This Flag Will Always Fly” campaign celebrating national unity and […]
Dubai’s has announced a record-breaking profit for the 2025-26 financial year, despite ongoing regional conflict and disruptions to air travel across the Middle East. The aviation giant reported profit before tax of Dh24.4 billion, with revenues climbing to around Dh151 billion, helped by strong global demand for travel and higher passenger yields. The group, which […]
UAE leaders have marked the 50th anniversary of the Armed Forces’ unification, describing it as a defining milestone that has strengthened the nation’s security, unity and stability over the past five decades. President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and other senior officials paid tribute to the dedication and sacrifices of military personnel, highlighting their […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has reviewed progress on Dubai’s upcoming Metro Blue Line, confirming it is on schedule for a September 9, 2029 launch. The major infrastructure project is being delivered by around 10,000 engineers and workers, and will include 14 stations designed as “iconic” additions to the city’s transport network. […]
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists about the dangers of distracted driving and unsafe road entry, sharing video footage of real accidents caused by inattention. The clips highlight how failing to check for oncoming traffic or losing focus, even briefly, can quickly lead to serious collisions, as part of a wider […]