Local News from Saturday, October 3rd, 2026
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Dubai's RTA warns of traffic delays during cycling race
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has advised motorists to expect traffic delays on several roads on Sunday, October 4, during the 'Proud of the UAE' cycling race.
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H.H. Sheikh Hamdan praises flydubai pilot for 'courage and responsibility'
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has praised flydubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar after his actions helped avert more serious consequences aboard flight FZ1073.
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UAE probe reveals flydubai co-pilot attempted terrorist act
UAE Attorney-General Dr. Hamad Saif Al Shamsi said investigations into the incident aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 revealed that the co-pilot attempted to carry out a terrorist act.
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GCAA completes passenger transfers after flydubai Tel Aviv suspensionThe UAE’s General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the completion of the transfer of passengers to Tel Aviv following the temporary suspension of flydubai flights to the destination.
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Dubai honours outstanding educators with Golden VisasDubai is recognising outstanding educators with Golden Visas under an initiative directed by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence.
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UAE condemns Israeli excavation, fortification works in Syrian territoryThe UAE has condemned Israeli forces' resumption of excavation and bulldozing operations, as well as the construction of fortifications, in Syrian territory in the area referred to as the 'Sufa 53 line'.
