Local News from Sunday, January 11th, 2026

UAE cyber authority warns of rise in AI-driven online scams

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has warned artificial intelligence is making online fraud harder to detect, as criminals increasingly use advanced tools to create highly convincing scams.
Dubai's RTA opens first phase of Hessa Street upgrade

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened phase one of the Hessa Street Development Project, extending from Al Khail Road to Sheikh Zayed Road over a length of 4.5 km.
Power outage affects shops, homes across Sharjah

Shopping malls and residential areas across Sharjah were affected by power cuts on Sunday, Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) has confirmed.
UAE leaders congratulate Sultan of Oman on accession anniversary

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a congratulatory message to His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tarik of Oman on the anniversary of his accession to power.
Educator Award winner honoured at 1 Billion Followers Summit

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid bin Mohammed bin Rashid has honoured the winner of the Educator Award, the first award of its kind launched by the 1 Billion Followers Summit in partnership with TikTok.

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UAE President gifts H.H. Sheikh Mohammed photo album celebrating shared journey
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, at Qasr Al Bahr in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai plans school bus pooling service to ease congestion
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will pilot a school transport pooling system in the first quarter of 2026.
UAE awards highest civilian honour to Albanian Prime Minister
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has awarded the Order of Zayed, the country’s highest civilian honour, to Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, in recognition of his efforts to strengthen bilateral relations.