UAE President Receives US Senator Joni Ernst as Both Sides Stress Strategic Ties
Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed received US Senator Joni Ernst in Abu Dhabi, with talks centred on UAE-US strategic cooperation, regional security and efforts for peace in the Middle East. The meeting comes amid heightened tension across the region.
Dubai Police Seize 2.3 Tonnes of Narcotics Worth Over AED 115 Million, Arrest 14
Dubai Police have arrested 14 members of an international network and intercepted 2.3 tonnes of narcotics worth more than AED 115 million, packed in 113 cartons. The suspects will face the judicial authorities.
flydubai FZ1073: UAE Hails Captain as Hero While Cockpit Attack Inquiry Continues
flydubai says all 172 people aboard FZ1073 are safe and the injured captain is back in the UAE. Anwar Gargash has called the cockpit assault a terrorist act and praised the pilot, while the UAE attorney-general's team examines whether terrorism was involved.
Abu Dhabi Backs '15-Minute City' Vision With Dh240 Billion Infrastructure Plan
Abu Dhabi plans to invest Dh240 billion ($65.4 billion) over the next decade to build communities where residents can reach work, schools, healthcare and leisure within 15 minutes. Officials outlined the plans on the opening day of the LIVEX exhibition in the capital.
Dubai to Restrict Lorries on Sheikh Zayed Road and Key Routes From October 1
From Thursday, 1 October, Dubai will bar lorries from Sheikh Zayed Road between 6am and 10pm and from several other major roads at set peak times. The RTA and Dubai Police say the move will cut congestion and improve safety.
Etihad Rail Begins Dubai Passenger Service With First Train to Abu Dhabi
Etihad Rail's Dubai passenger service began on Wednesday, with the first train leaving Al Yalayis Station at 6.14am for Abu Dhabi. Tickets start at Dh39, the journey takes about 64 minutes, and the station links directly to the Dubai Metro Red Line.
Dubai Observes National Mourning as Leaders Pay Tribute to Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
Dubai has entered a period of mourning following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, brother of Dubai's Ruler, with the nation's leadership gathering to offer condolences. The emirate's institutions continue essential operations while residents and officials reflect on his legacy.
UAE Bids Farewell to Summer as Equinox Ushers in Cooler, Wetter Autumn
The UAE officially enters autumn this week with the September equinox, and meteorologists say a strong El Niño pattern could bring above-average rainfall through to next spring. While daytime heat will linger into October, residents can expect noticeably cooler nights and more comfortable evenings in the weeks ahead.
Dubai Enters 10-Day Mourning as Dubai Fountain Suspends Shows Following Death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
Dubai has entered an official 10-day mourning period following the death of Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, younger brother of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid. The Dubai Fountain has paused its daily performances, flags fly at half-mast across government buildings, and the emirate's entertainment and broadcast schedules have shifted to reflect the solemn period through September 30.
UAE AI Minister Says Too Much Focus on Regulation Can Obscure AI's Practical Benefits
Omar Sultan Al Olama, the UAE's Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, says the country is giving businesses early access to frontier technologies while letting them keep control of sensitive data. He also said AI should support human interaction rather than replace it, and that further technology announcements are coming.
Abu Dhabi Widens Holiday Home Market by Allowing Tenants to Apply Under New Regulations
Abu Dhabi has updated its holiday home framework to allow tenants with landlord consent to apply for short-term rental licences, not just property owners. The move mirrors a similar shift in Dubai and is expected to broaden the emirate's fast-growing short-term rental sector.
Dubai Approves Dh3.5 Billion Fourth Corridor: New 12-Lane Motorway to Link Sharjah and Abu Dhabi
Dubai's Crown Prince has approved an 80km, 12-lane motorway connecting Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. The Dh3.5 billion first phase is expected to cut travel times by up to 60 percent once complete.