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A futuristic masterplan has been approved for the Palm Jebel Ali project in Dubai, which will be twice the size of Palm Jumeirah.

Dubai licensed 143 health facilities in the first quarter of 2023, which is an increase of 11.5 per cent compared to the same period of last year.

Fuel prices in the UAE are set to go down for the month of June, after marginally going up in May.

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has launched a new quality mark for UAE-made products.

The UAE has rejected the mischaracterisation of US-UAE conversations regarding maritime security that appeared in recent press reports.

The UAE's Federal National Council (FNC) has approved a draft law regulating places of worship for non-Muslims, including those located in freezones.

Dubai has completed its first successful trial of medication delivery via drones.

The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has established the Retired Diplomats Council to tap into the wealth of experience and knowledge held by former envoys.

A motorist who fled the scene after running over a woman has been arrested by Sharjah Police.

Authorities in the UAE capital have ordered the closure of a restaurant in Al Ain for violating food safety guidelines.

Dubai Customs have foiled a traveller's attempt to smuggle over 7 kg of marijuana through the airport by hiding them inside breakfast cereal bags.

Abu Dhabi Police have called on motorists to exercise caution due to reduced visibility due to dense fod blanketing parts of the capital.

The UAE Space Agency has launched its latest ground-breaking expedition into space, the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt.

Dubai's taxi sector continues to witness a robust growth rate.

Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed a project aimed at easing traffic on Al Ittihad Street, which links the emirate with Dubai.

Customs inspectors at Sharjah's Khalid Port seized over 60 kg of narcotics during the first quarter of this year as they foiled nine drug smuggling attempts.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has congratulated Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on his re-election as the President of Turkey.

The UAE has strongly condemned an attack by Al-Shabaab on Ugandan peacekeeping forces deployed to Somalia. 

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has released its 'Zero-Emissions Public Transportation in Dubai 2050' strategy, the first Middle Eastern agency to develop a long-term strategy for migrating towards Net-Zero Emission Public Transport by 2050.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has approved a package of housing loan for 2,000 UAE citizens.

The United Arab Emirates has expressed concern over the recent tensions between Kosovo and Serbia, underscoring the need to de-escalate, return to dialogue and respect the rules and principles of international law.

A delegation from Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) and the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has visited Sindh in Pakistan, one of the areas devastated by flooding last year.

The UAE Government will provide AED 10 million worth of books to school libraries from the 32nd Abu Dhabi International Book Fair (ADIBF).

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the storming and vandalisation at the residence of the ambassador of Jordan, in Khartoum, Sudan.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has received congratulations on the occasion of his daughter's wedding.

A seaport boat in Dubai's Bur Dubai area caught fire on Saturday morning and was brought under control by a team of firefighters from the Etihad fire station, who responded within six minutes of being notified.

The UAE gets its first 100 per cent electric waste truck in the country's capital, Abu Dhabi; this is also the first fully electric heavy truck to be launched in the Middle East.

UAE leaders have invited Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to attend the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP28), set to be held at Expo City Dubai in November.

Dubai has launched an online system for building permits and control services, aimed at streamlining procedures to reduce time and costs for customers.

The UAE and Japan have signed a defence cooperation agreement.

Japanese startup ispace said on Friday the cause of its failed moon landing mission last month was the miscalculation of its altitude, which led to the spacecraft’s running out of fuel.

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, in his capacity as Ruler of Abu Dhabi, has issued a law establishing the Awqaf and Minors Affairs Authority (AMAA) in the emirate.

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a written message to Katalin Novák, President of Hungary, with an invitation to the COP28 climate conference to be held at Expo City Dubai in November.

Expo City Dubai has announced the temporary closure of one of its popular attractions.

The length of public beaches in Dubai will expand by 400 per cent by 2040.

Dubai Police have revealed that a family dispute had triggered the fatal attack on an Israeli national in the emirate by eight of his compatriots.

The UAE has announced a fund to support world heritage, document conservation and capacity building initiatives at a number of sites across Africa.

Abu Dhabi Criminal Court has sentenced a man to 25 years in prison and fined AED 50 million for money laundering and forgery charges.

A number of Israeli nationals have been arrested in Dubai on suspicion of assaulting and causing the death of one of their compatriots. 

The UAE has called for urgent global action to tackle food insecurity and climate change, during a UN Security Council session in New York.

The population of the emirate of Sharjah has experienced a growth of 22 per cent in the past few years to reach 1.8 million compared to 1.4 million in 2015, according to preliminary results from the Sharjah 2022 census.

More than 300 Syrian civil defence recruits in Latakia Governorate, Syria, have received food parcels from the Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) as part of Operation Gallant Knight 2, organised by the Ministry of Defence.

More than 1,700 villas will be constructed for Emiratis in two Abu Dhabi suburbs over the next few years.

The UAE Cabinet has approved 78 new environmental projects and initiatives as the country gears up to host the UN climate change conference (COP28) later this year.

The UAE Coast Guard has rescued seven Indian nationals after two pleasure boats capsized near Shark Island in Khor Fakkan.

The UAE's efforts to advance gender equity in the private sector are bearing fruit.

Emirati Astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi celebrated his 42nd birthday aboard the International Space Station by connecting with over 2,200 people from his hometown, Al Ain, during the fourth edition of "A Call from Space".

NASA has released images of the location on the Moon, where the lander carrying the UAE's Rashid Rover crashed last month.

The UAE's leaders have discussed topics related to the wellbeing of Emiratis and various national development programmes.

Authorities in Dubai will be carrying out an emergency drill at Jebel Ali and Expo 2020 metro stations on Wednesday, May 24.

Two healthcare facilities in Abu Dhabi have been ordered to shut down for violating safety protocols.

The Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has removed the board of directors of an insurance company for not complying with the rules and regulations.

Abu Dhabi's Crown Prince His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has been honoured by the King of Malaysia for his efforts to strengthen ties between the UAE and Malaysia.

Three restaurants in Dubai have been awarded the prestigious Michelin stars in the second edition during an exclusive ceremony at Atlantis The Royal on Tuesday, bringing the elite list in the city to 14.

The UAE's Sultan AlNeyadi welcomed Saudi astronauts Rayyanah Barnawi and Ali Alqarni to the International Space Station (ISS) on Monday.

The UAE and Malaysia have discussed opportunities to expand ties in crucial sectors.

Six people have died and seven others injured after a fire broke out at a house in Abu Dhabi's Al Moazaz area.

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

The UAE's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has changed its official name to the 'Ministry of Foreign Affairs'.

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has issued yellow and orange weather warnings, predicting light to moderate rain across several parts of the country on Monday.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has been welcomed to Kuala Lumpur as he starts an official visit to Malaysia. 

UAE's Sultan Al Neyadi has expressed excitement ahead of another historic milestone onboard the International Space Station, when two astronauts from Saudi Arabia will join him.

The UAE has welcomed the signing of a week-long ceasefire between the Sudanese Army and the Rapid Support Forces, expressing hope it would be a step towards a comprehensive and sustainable agreement.

The UAE has strongly condemned the storming Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli Minister of National Security Itamar bin Gvir, under the protection of Israeli forces.

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has revealed the best and worst government services in the city.

Ahead of its opening on May 23, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has inaugurated SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.

The UAE strongly condemned the storming and vandalism of the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Khartoum, stressing the importance of protecting diplomatic missions in line with the norms and charters that govern and regulate diplomatic work.

A warning has been issued against fraudsters targeting UAE residents through SMS, WhatsApp messages and surveys with payment links impersonating Emirates Post.

The Floating Bridge closure has been extended in both directions until further notice to carry out technical tests and ensure the efficiency of the maintenance work on the bridge.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed bilateral cooperation with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and explored avenues to further enhance their mutual interests

The UAE has reiterated its support for all efforts to promote stability and peace in the region.

Electricity subsidies will be provided to low-income farmers in the UAE, following the directives of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

The UAE has exempted Sudanese nationals from fines incurred for violating the country's entry and residence law.

The UAE's Ministry of Finance (MoF) has called on the public to rely only on official sources for information on the country's Corporate Tax Law.

A UAE aid ship carrying 1,000 tonnes of food and other essential supplies arrived in Port Sudan on Friday.

His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE's Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, will head the UAE delegation at the 32nd Arab Summit in Jeddah on Friday.

Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi will mark his 42nd Birthday by calling his hometown Al Ain in the next edition of 'A Call from Space'.

The UAE's Ministry of Interior has announced new traffic fines aimed at boosting safety measures, especially during unstable weather conditions and emergency situations.

The UAE has condemned the storming of Al Aqsa Mosque by a member of the Israeli government, members of the Knesset, and extremists under the protection of the Israeli police.

A court in Abu Dhabi has convicted 13 individuals and seven companies owned by them of money laundering.

Authorities in Dubai are cracking down on cooking gas cylinder suppliers who don't comply with official standards and specifications.

Sharjah Police have called on parents to be mindful of the potential risks of children travelling alone.

Dubai private schools have ranked sixth in reading skills, according to a new global report.

The UAE Cabinet has appointed Her Highness Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan as Vice Chairperson of the Education and Human Resources Council.

Abu Dhabi Police has urged drivers to be cautious on the roads due to strong winds and dust impacting visibility in several parts.

Authorities in Dubai are taking further steps to create a streamlined plan for the development of flight paths, docking stations and infrastructure for unmanned aerial vehicles.

Dubai's highest court has rejected an appeal by British hedge fund trader, Sanjay Shah, over an earlier order to pay $1.7 billion to Denmark's tax authority over financial fraud. 

The Jordanian authorities have handed over a convicted terrorist, who was sentenced in absentia for establishing an organisation affiliated to the Muslim Brotherhood, to the UAE.

The UAE has dispatched another 34 tonnes of food supplies to support the people of Sudan.

The UAE strongly condemned the storming and vandalism of the residence of the head of the military office at the Kuwaiti Embassy in the Sudanese capital Khartoum, and also the storming of the Jordanian Embassy.

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has successfully completed its assessment of the emirate's terrestrial and marine ecosystems.

An investigation is underway after a group of suspects have been arrested for growing narcotic plants in a residential building in Sharjah.

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni discussed opportunities to further strengthen the strategic partnership between their countries.

Three new metro link bus routes will be launched in Dubai from May 19.

In celebration of International Museum Day, Expo City Dubai is offering free entry to all flagship pavilions on Friday, May 19.

In a move to bolster road safety, Abu Dhabi Police has unveiled a colour-coded alert system across main highways in the UAE capital that signals drivers of potential hazards due to traffic incidents and adverse weather conditions. 

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed ways to enhance cooperation in defence and military affairs with Pakistan's Army Chief General Asim Munir.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the trial operation of the first self-driving electric abra.

UAE airlines have extended the suspension of flights to and from Khartoum until August 31 due to the "deteriorating situation of civil unrest in Sudan".

The UAE has distributed food parcels to more than 600 medical personnels working in hospitals in Syria's Latakia governorate.

Over the past two days, four evacuation planes have landed in the UAE from Sudan, bringing 253 citizens from various countries.

The UAE has welcomed a deal between Sudan's warring factions to protect civilians and allow humanitarian access.

The iconic Deira Clocktower roundabout is set to receive a makeover.

The UAE continues to extend a helping hand to frontline workers in earthquake-hit Syria.

The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron on Thursday.

The first Abu Dubai Executive Council, chaired by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, has reviewed government plans, priorities and projects.

Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, has highlighted the importance of strengthening Emirati-American relations and expanding cooperation during a summit held in Washington DC.

Don't be alarmed if you see an unusual amount of activity with emergency services at Abu Dhabi International Airport today.

Wearing a facemask is no longer mandatory in most public spaces across the UAE, including educational institutions.

The UAE's expanded visa and immigration rules will come into effect in early September, providing more flexibility and greater benefits.

The validity of the Green Pass on the UAE's AlHosn app has been reduced from 30 days to 14 days.

"A meeting of a lifetime". That’s how delivery rider Abdul Gafoor describes his meeting with Dubai’s Crown Prince.

If you are planning to carry any medicines for personal use while travelling to the UAE, make sure to double-check the type and quantity of drugs that you will be carrying as pre-approvals are required for certain substances.

Hamish Harding, a long-term Dubai resident will continue his mission to explore the most undiscovered places when he catches a flight to space this weekend.

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has issued its guidelines for confirmed cases of Monkeypox and their close contacts.

The recent visa and economic reforms announced by the UAE government are luring more tenants to become homeowners.

UAE residents are increasingly opting for second passports, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have announced free public parking for the Eid holiday.

Expats in the UAE are being reminded to use only certified movers while planning their relocation after a former resident took to social media to flag a company for stalling the shipment of her belongings.

As the end of the academic year approaches, enterprising students can turn their attention to looking for a summer job and securing a teen work permit.

The Sharjah Press Club (SPC) of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has revealed the agenda for the 11th edition of the annual Sharjah Ramadan Majlis.

The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has launched an e-platform named SPHERE to strengthen early surveillance of future pandemics

The Department of Health-Abu Dhabi has announced the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is now available for walk-in citizens and residents.

The 'Darb' toll system on Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed, Al Maqta and Mussaffah bridges have gone live today.