Flydubai, Etihad Airways extend Saudi flight cancellations amid Houthi attacks
UAE carriers flydubai and Etihad Airways have extended flight suspensions to key Saudi cities—including Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam, and Abha—through mid-week following repeated Houthi strikes on the Kingdom’s airports.
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‘We’re all targets’: UAE’s Gargash calls for joint Gulf action amid attacks on Saudi Arabia
UAE Presidential Diplomatic Adviser Dr. Anwar Gargash emphasized that Gulf security is indivisible following a series of deadly Houthi strikes on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport.
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UAE forecasts dense fog until Tuesday as NCM issues visibility warnings
The National Centre of Meteorology warned that horizontal visibility could drop below one kilometre across coastal and inland areas through Tuesday, October 13.
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UAE decriminalises attempted suicide under new law amendment
The UAE has amended its Crimes and Penalties Law, removing criminal punishments for attempted suicide to encourage early psychological intervention and mental health support.
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UAE President calls for nationwide rain prayers on Friday
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has directed all mosques across the country to perform Salaat Al Istisqaa half an hour before Friday prayers.
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UAE sets new sodium, sugar, and fat limits with fines up to Dh500,000
The Ministry of Health and Prevention has introduced phased nutritional limits for packaged foods, warning violators face penalties up to Dh500,000 or license cancellation.
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UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi facilities and Red Sea shipping
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs termed the continued strikes on civilian targets and commercial vessels a flagrant violation of Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty.
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UAE’s du Pay to introduce subscription model for digital remittance services
The digital payments arm of telecom operator du is shifting toward a lifestyle engagement model, offering subscribers cashback, free remittances, and telecom discounts.
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Etisalat offers free data and major discounts to celebrate 50th anniversary
The UAE telecom operator is rewarding its subscribers with free loyalty data, significant device discounts, and special roaming packages to mark 50 years of operations.
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Dubai Police seize over 400 scooters and bicycles in Naif road safety crackdown
Dubai Police have seized 408 electric scooters, e-bikes, and bicycles during a targeted road safety campaign in the Gold Souk area of Naif. The initiative, led by the Naif Police…
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IndiGo raises fuel charges on UAE-India flights citing surging aviation fuel costs
Airfares between the UAE and India are set to come under fresh upward pressure after IndiGo announced a hike in fuel charges across its international network. Starting from 12:01 am…
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UAE intercepts over 300kg of drugs in 14 airport smuggling attempts
Joint operations between the UAE’s National Anti-Narcotics Agency and the General Directorate of Port Security have successfully thwarted 14 attempts to smuggle narcotics through airport transit areas. Over the past…
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Dubai schools urge parents to halt unauthorized campus photography amid privacy laws
Private schools across Dubai are issuing new directives urging parents and visitors to refrain from taking unauthorized photographs or videos on school premises to protect student privacy. Recent circulars sent…
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UAE launches terrorism probe into flydubai cockpit altercation and emergency diversion
The UAE Attorney-General has formed a special Public Prosecution team to determine whether a mid-air flight deck incident aboard a Tel Aviv-bound flydubai plane involved terrorist activity or prior planning.
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Qatar signs legal cooperation pact with UAE at UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi
Minister of Justice Ibrahim bin Ali Al Mohannadi emphasized Qatar’s commitment to combatting transnational organized crime and formalized a new judicial partnership with the UAE.
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NCM forecasts potential above-average rainfall across UAE as El Niño strengthens
wetter-than-usual winter, though experts caution against assumptions of extreme flooding.
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UAE hosts largest UN Crime Congress in Abu Dhabi with delegates from 110 nations
Minister of Justice Abdullah Sultan bin Awad Al Nuaimi was elected president of the 15th UN Crime Congress as Abu Dhabi convened more than 5,100 global delegates to confront AI-driven transnational crime.
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flydubai and Air India launch interline partnership to expand UAE-India connectivity
Dubai-based carrier flydubai and Air India have launched a new interline partnership enabling passengers to connect across both airlines’ networks on a single ticket with through-checked baggage. Under the agreement,…
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UAE renames 10-million Gaza meal drive in honour of late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
A major UAE humanitarian campaign to prepare more than 10 million meals for families in Gaza has been officially renamed the Ahmed bin Rashid Humanitarian Bridge, honouring the philanthropic legacy…
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UAE Ministry of Higher Education launches AI-powered scholarship platform
The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has officially launched a new AI-powered scholarship platform, local media reported today. The system is integrated into EduHub, the unified digital…
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Dubai hosts first ‘Legathon’ to shape local construction laws
Legal professionals and industry experts gathered in Dubai for a pioneering ‘Legathon’ aimed at modernizing the emirate’s construction and building regulations.
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Sharjah Ruler settles Dh17.86 million in citizens’ debts across 82 cases
His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah has directed the settlement of millions of dirhams in citizen debt to alleviate family financial burdens in the emirate.
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UAE sends winter supplies to Gaza under new humanitarian drive
The United Arab Emirates has dispatched its first shipment of winter essentials to the Gaza Strip, including thousands of jackets and blankets, as part of a newly launched aid initiative.
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Etihad Rail launches Dubai to Abu Dhabi ticket bookings with fares starting at Dh39
Passengers can now book intercity rail travel between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with scheduled services at the newly developed Al Yalayis Station set to begin on September 30.
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UAE NRIs to face zero charges on personal UPI transfers despite new merchant fees
UAE-based Indians will continue to enjoy fee-free personal transfers on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), even as a new merchant charge takes effect for commercial payments above Rs2,000 next month.
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