Dubai: The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) said the measures and initiatives implemented by Dubai Customs as part of its comprehensive proactive strategy have strengthened the smooth flow of trade and reinforced supply chain resilience, in line with Dubai’s economic vision and its commitment to enhancing economic security and ensuring the readiness of…

Eid Al Adha 2026: Pakistan Embassy Abu Dhabi announces closure from May 26-29. Find out when services restart and plan your consular visits in advance.

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Abu Dhabi: UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took part in a joint phone call with several leaders to discuss regional developments and efforts to advance diplomatic solutions that support regional security and stability.Those taking part in the call included President Donald Trump of the United States of America; His Majesty…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in coordination with the Dubai Road Naming Committee, has renamed Al Faghi Street in Al Khawaneej as Sheikh Zayed Farm Street.

Dubai’s soaring high-rise towers stand as powerful symbols of its rapid urban transformation and boundless ambition. Captured from the Marassi Drive area on May 24, 2026, these striking skyscrapers are more than architectural feats — they define the city as a global hub for business, tourism and innovation. Pictures:  Salem Khamis

Hajj departure flights will operate until 23 May on services by Emirates, Saudia, flydubai and flynas

Dubai: His Excellency Dr Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, affirmed that the UAE’s policies and positions are receiving tangible appreciation and respect on the international stage.Gargash made the remarks while participating as part of an influential Emirati delegation at the GLOBSEC conference held…

Abu Dhabi: The weather across the UAE will be hot over inland areas and relatively hot over coastal areas and islands during the daytime throughout the Eid Al Adha holiday period from Monday, 25th May to Sunday, 31st May 2026, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).The NCM said conditions would become generally moderate…

Dubai: Coinciding with the celebrations of Eid Al Adha, Dubai Police has warned of the serious risks associated with using or trading in fireworks during the holiday. The Force called on community members to comply with the law and refrain from any form of dealing with fireworks or those who trade in them, in order…

New Delhi: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is holding talks with his Indian counterpart Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on Sunday as the two countries look to steady ties that have fallen to their lowest point in over two decades.Rubio's visit comes during an economic and diplomatic downturn between the United States and India, strained largely by…

Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully concluded the Ethiopia leg of its trade mission to Ghana and Ethiopia, organising 510 bilateral business meetings in Addis Ababa between companies from Dubai and their Ethiopian counterparts. The meetings created a platform to explore opportunities…

Kinshasa: The Ministry of Health in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has announced more than 200 deaths out of 867 suspected cases of the Ebola virus across three provinces in the country.Reports from the World Health Organisation (WHO) indicated a rise in the death toll compared to previous days, amid the ongoing spread of…

Washington:  A gunman who fired at a White House checkpoint was shot by officers and died after being taken to the hospital on Saturday evening, the Secret Service said.The man ⁠approached the checkpoint at 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, pulled a gun out of his bag and started shooting at ‌officers,…

Manila: A nine-story building that was being constructed in a city north of the Philippine capital collapsed early Sunday with 22 workers managing to get out while others remain missing, police said.The building collapsed before dawn during a thunderstorm in Angeles city in Pampanga province, north of Manila. More than 100 police and other government…

Dubai: Your Emirates boarding pass could save you money long after your flight lands in Dubai.The airline has announced a return of its popular ‘My Emirates Pass’ programme, allowing passengers flying with Emirates between April 1 and September 30, to use their boarding pass to get discounts across hundreds of outlets across the UAE.All you…

Mediators ​believe they are ‌nearing agreement ​to extend a U.S. ceasefire with Iran by 60 days ⁠and set a framework for talks on Tehran's ‌nuclear programme, the Financial Times reported on ‌Saturday, citing people ‌briefed on the talks.The ‌deal ‌would include a gradual ​reopening of ‌the ​Strait of Hormuz, ⁠discussions on diluting or ​transferring ⁠Iran's…

WASHINGTON:  Americans coming back from ​the Democratic Republic of the ‌Congo, ​Uganda or South Sudan now have a second entry point for returning to the United States, with the CDC on Saturday expanding its enhanced ⁠Ebola screening to include Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.Hartsfield-Jackson has previously been used to screen passengers and has ‌established operational procedures…

PARIS: The first round of the French Open starts on Sunday, with Novak Djokovic beginning his hunt for a fourth ​crown and a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title when he takes on home hope Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard, ‌while world number three ​Alexander Zverev faces Benjamin Bonzi.The claycourt Grand Slam starts under a shadow, with some…

Dubai: If your residence visa is expiring soon, ensure you renew it in time, to maintain your legal status in the UAE and avoid overstaying fines.We take you through the steps, detailing all the documents you need, and processes you must complete, for the renewal process.Visa renewal in the UAEResidence visa renewal in the UAE…

NEW DELHI: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed trade and energy with Indian ‌Prime Minister Narendra Modi on ​Saturday on a visit aimed at shoring up relations battered by Washington's tariffs and engagement with New Delhi's rivals Pakistan and China.Rubio - who said before the trip the U.S. wanted to sell India energy -…

 Tempers flared between Virat Kohli and ​Travis Head in the Indian Premier ‌League, as ​the former Indian captain refused to shake hands with the Australian batter after Head's Sunrisers Hyderabad handed Kohli's Royal Challengers Bengaluru a crushing 55-run defeat.The two exchanged ⁠heated words when Kohli opened for Bengaluru, looking to chase down a daunting target…

WASHINGTON: Tulsi Gabbard said on Friday she was resigning from her job as President Donald Trump's director of national intelligence, saying her husband had been diagnosed with ‌a rare form of bone ​cancer and she was leaving her role to help him.Gabbard advised Trump of her intention to step down during an Oval Office meeting…

Global health authorities are racing to identify medical options to help contain an Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic ​of Congo linked to the Bundibugyo strain of the virus.Unlike the more common Zaire strain, there are no approved vaccines or treatments for Bundibugyo. About 177 suspected ‌deaths and almost 750 suspected ​cases have been reported…

Dubai: Starting or growing a small-to-medium business enterprise (SME) can be an uphill task. But if you’re an Emirati looking for business support, seize the opportunity to become part of the Khalifa Fund ecosystem.What is the Khalifa Fund?The Khalifa Fund is a non-profit economic development fund of the government of Abu Dhabi and is dedicated…

Captain Pat Cummins heaped praise on fast bowlers ​Eshan Malinga and Sakib Hussain as Sunrisers Hyderabad claimed ‌a 55-run ​win over Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the Indian Premier League (IPL).On Friday, Hyderabad racked up a total of 255-4 thanks to Ishan Kishan's knock of 79 (46) before Hussain and Malinga took three key wickets to…

NEW YORK: First, the bad news.Users of credit cards that accrue airline miles and points toward various travel perks are likely to find their balances won't take them as far this summer.As jet fuel prices have jumped during the Iran war, so have the cost of airline tickets and fees for checking bags. Airfares in…

The 79th Cannes Film Festival draws to a close Saturday with the presentation of one of cinema’s highest honors, the Palme d’Or. This year, the race may be wide open.By wide consensus, it hasn’t been a banner festival. Hollywood largely sat out this year’s edition. Many of the selections struggled to bowl over critics. The…

The General Department of Airport Security at Dubai Police successfully returned a handbag containing silver bars valued at approximately AED 2 million to an Asian passenger, following intensive efforts by the team at Terminal 1.Colonel Abdullah Faisal Al Dosari, Director of the Terminal 1 Security Department, said that a foot patrol officer was conducting a routine…

KAMPALA, Uganda (AP) - Boon-dee-BOO-joh.Before it became the somewhat easy-to-mispronounce name of a rare type of Ebola virus, Bundibugyo is a mountainous district in western Uganda that even some locals would struggle to pinpoint on a map.It's home to roughly 200,000 people. Many are cocoa farmers who search for whatever cultivable land they can find…

Dubai: Whether through a luxury vehicle, a beach bike, or a desert motorcycle, Dubai Tourist Police ensures that it reaches tourists wherever they may be.Their mission is clear — to make sure every tourist feels safe and comfortable approaching the police whenever they need assistance… or even just to say hello.A quick scroll through social…

Dubai: Wishing for a slight decrease in temperature? You’ve got it this weekend. The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) expects the weather to be fair, in general, today with temperatures averaging low to mid-30s across the emirates.The highest temperature is expected to be 36°C in Dubai and Sharjah, and 37°C in Abu Dhabi. Daytime conditions…

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Ministry of Interior has become the first federal and security entity in the country to receive the ISO 42001:2023 certification for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems.The recognition highlights the ministry's leadership in digital transformation and AI governance.The certification was awarded by LRQA and covers the ministry's role as an AI developer, provider,…

Dubai: As part of the efforts to integrate Dubai government services within the digital shared channels ecosystem, Digital Dubai organised an intensive specialised bootcamp in collaboration with government entities to accelerate the integration of individual services into the "DubaiNow" app.More than 180 new services are set to be added to the "DubaiNow" app by the…

Abu Dhabi: Yesterday’s thrilling UAE President's Cup final at the Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium, which saw Al Ain crush Al Jazira 4-1, was not just a footballing masterclass but also a historic showcase for global refereeing technology.The high-stakes clash served as the launching pad for several groundbreaking innovations deployed for the first time in world…

Luxembourg: H.H. Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, met with Luc Frieden, Prime Minister of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, during a working visit by the UAE top diplomat to Luxembourg.The meeting reviewed bilateral relations between the UAE and the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, and explored ways…

Abu Dhabi: Al Ain put on a dominant display to lift the 49th UAE President's Cup, crushing regional rivals Al Jazira 4-1 in a thrilling final at the Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium tonight to put the curtains down on the 2025-2026 football season.The resounding victory earned Al Ain their eighth President's Cup trophy, capping off…

Abu Dhabi: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood, and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF), the General Women's Union, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, organised the "UAE-Africa…

Geneva: The United Arab Emirates welcomed the adoption by the World Health Assembly (WHA) - the highest decision-making body of the World Health Organisation (WHO) - during its current session, of a resolution submitted by the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Member States and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan on the public health implications of the…

Dubai: The UAE concluded its participation in the 4th GCC Games - Doha 2026 with a total of 66 medals, comprising 13 gold, 19 silver and 34 bronze, according to the overall medal table issued by the Games Organising Committee.UAE athletes delivered strong performances across several sports, most notably archery, shooting, athletics, snooker, billiards and…

Abu Dhabi: H.H. Lt. General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, and Chairman of Baniyas Sports and Cultural Club, met with the Baniyas jiu-jitsu and volleyball teams in the presence of the technical and administrative staff and a number of members of the Board of Directors of…

Sharjah: Irthi Contemporary Crafts Council has announced the launch of its new e-commerce platform. In a bid to further empower artisans and craftswomen and take Emirati craft heritage to global audiences, the platform promises an array of traditionally handcrafted collections and contemporary crafts.By creating new market opportunities for contemporary craftsmanship and handcrafted products, the platform…

Sharjah: Officials from cultural and academic institutions in the UAE have affirmed that Sharjah's participation as Guest of Honour (GOH) at the fifth edition of the Warsaw International Book Fair (WIBF), held from May 28 to 31, 2026, reflects the emirate's standing on the international cultural scene, noting that it opens a new avenue for…

Geneva: Future Health, a global initiative by Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with MIT Solve, has announced the winners of the inaugural Future Health Challenge: Building Anticipatory Health Systems through Population Sensing, following a live global pitching session at a Future Health-hosted event on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly in Geneva.The announcement marks…

Dubai: The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has announced its full readiness for the Eid Al Adha sacrificial season with a comprehensive plan to ensure the safety of sacrificial and live animals, while strengthening food security and public health systems.The plan is implemented in accordance with the highest approved health and veterinary standards…

Sharjah: Kalimat Foundation, the non-profit organisation dedicated to providing books and knowledge resources to underserved children, refugees and children with visual impairments, has launched a UAE school campaign to engage private school students in supporting reading and humanitarian work, with its first activation held at Emirates National Schools (ENS), Sharjah Campus.The first activation saw ENS…

Al Ain reached the final after beating Dubai United 2-0 in extra time, while Al Jazira entered final after defeating Shabab Al Ahli 1-0 in the semi-finals.A scene from the opening ceremony of President's Cup finals between Al Ain and Al Jazira at the Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium. (Photo: Ibrahim Sadek) A scene from the…

Dubai: At 1am, a couple of months ago, Laura Krajewski Erk found herself in a tricky situation - record rainfalls that hit the UAE meant that her home was suddenly getting flooded. Within minutes, though, neighbours began showing up, with buckets, mops and offers to help.Some of these neighbours were those she'd met for the…