1,600 new parking places will be constructed in Deira to help with traffic issues. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority has approved a set of traffic solutions for the central business district and Deira's seafront. The new parking spots will accommodate the extra vehicles associated with new projects, such as the new fish market scheduled to open early next year.
Sharjah imams and muezzins granted government employee status
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has directed that all imams and muezzins in mosques across the emirate be placed under the Sharjah government’s general staff system.
Dubai Police invite community volunteers for NYE celebrations
Dubai Police are inviting community members to play a starring role in the city’s world-famous New Year’s Eve celebrations, by volunteering to support police operations.
UAE leaders extend wishes on Christmas
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has led messages extending his "warmest regards" to all those celebrating Christmas.
Fifth Indonesian medical team arrives at UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish
A fifth batch of Indonesian medical personnel has arrived at the UAE Floating Hospital in Al Arish, Egypt, to provide medical care for Palestinian patients and those wounded arriving from the Gaza Strip under "Operation Chivalrous Knight 3".
