Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has arrived in Dubai just in time for what’s shaping up to be one of the city’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations yet, adding celebrity sparkle to the festivities as Downtown Dubai gears up for a record-breaking week of events. Emaar has expanded the traditional New Year’s celebration into an eight-day […]
The UAE is gearing up for spectacular New Year’s Eve 2026 fireworks and drone shows across all seven emirates, offering everything from record-breaking launches to relaxed beach and waterfront celebrations. Ras Al Khaimah will host one of the world’s largest displays, with a 15-minute show stretching about six kilometres between Al Marjan Island and Al […]
The United Arab Emirates has been officially recognized as having the highest quality roads in the Arab world, according to an international ranking published by Daily Jang. The report evaluated countries on the condition, maintenance and safety of infrastructure, and the UAE emerged at the top of the regional rankings, outperforming neighbours in areas such as […]
Dubai has completed a major overhaul of its public parking charge structure, rolling out new and revised tariffs across 17 key areas of the city in 2025 as part of efforts to improve parking management and traffic flow. Under the updated system, fees vary depending on location and demand, with rates ranging from as low […]
The United Arab Emirates is directing more than Dh33 billion in national funding to stimulate its tourism sector, with a strong focus on job creation, entrepreneurship and business growth. Through a network of government-backed funds and programmes, including long-standing initiatives such as the Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development and the Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for […]
Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain, has temporarily suspended all activities as authorities carry out safety assessments and maintenance following recent heavy rainfall. In a statement issued on Tuesday, officials confirmed that adverse weather conditions between December 17 and 19 led to standing water in several areas across Jebel Jais. As a result, targeted maintenance […]
Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s safest city for 2025, topping a list of 300 cities compiled by CEO World magazine thanks to extremely low crime rates, robust law enforcement, advanced surveillance systems, and strong community policing initiatives. The emirate scored 97.73 out of 100, edging out global contenders such as Taipei and Doha, […]
Dubai International Airport has issued a travel advisory urging passengers to plan ahead after unstable weather conditions led to widespread flight disruptions, including delays and cancellations at one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs. Heavy rain, strong winds and rough conditions have affected airport access and flight schedules, prompting airlines and airport authorities to advise […]
Dubai Police have issued a public safety alert urging residents and visitors to take precautions as unstable weather conditions are expected across the emirate in the coming days. Arising from forecasted rain, strong winds and rough seas, the warning advises people to stay away from beaches and marine activities, refrain from sailing and avoid valleys […]
The UAE’s banking sector is preparing to eliminate one-time passwords (OTPs) sent via SMS and email as part of a major shift toward more secure digital authentication. Under new guidelines set by the UAE Central Bank, banks have begun replacing traditional OTP codes with in-app verification methods, such as push notifications and biometric security like […]