Amer Ismail Hilal, Governor of Latakia, lauded the UAE’s significant efforts to rescue those affected by the earthquake that hit several cities in Syria, including Latakia.
Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has wished his social media followers a blessed Ramadan by posting a new video capturing the "crescent of Ramadan" from the International Space Station.
Dubai Police has recently been awarded the Best NFT Government Project award for its NFT project.
The UAE and US along with nine other countries have issued a joint statement expressing their deep condolences to those affected by the recent earthquakes in Syria.
The UAE's '1 Billion Meals Endowment' campaign has announced five channels through which individuals and institutions can send their contributions.
The UAE has started implementing its Ramadan aid campaigns in Syria that will benefit around 160,000 families affected by the recent earthquake, as well as people in other areas of the country.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent his heartfelt wishes to the people of the UAE in his Ramadan message.
The UAE Food Bank will deliver three million meals and food parcels to underprivileged people, both at home and abroad during Ramadan.
As many as 1,195 vehicles were confiscated in Dubai last year for illegal engine modifications and causing noise pollution.
As many as 971 prisoners have been pardoned in Dubai ahead of the holy month of Ramadan.
Timings for paid parking hours and toll gates are set to change in the UAE capital during the holy month of Ramadan.
The UAE will improve the use of hydroponic, aeroponic and aquaponic farming to increase domestic production to by 50 per cent by the end of this year, and ultimately to 100 per cent by 2030.
The first day of the holy month of Ramadan will be Thursday, March 23.
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque has completed its preparations to welcome worshippers during the holy month of Ramadan, with a huge turnout anticipated bolstered by a strong recovery from COVID-19.
From life in space to the challenges of zero gravity, Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi answered a host of questions during his first live interaction with the public.
The lunar lander, which is carrying the UAE's Rashid rover, is now safely orbiting the Moon.
Paid parking timings in Dubai are set to change during the holy month of Ramadan.
An interactive platform has been launched in Dubai, encouraging customers to contribute to enhancing government services.
Residents in Dubai received a weather alert on their smartphones on Tuesday, with the authorities warning about "adverse conditions" and advising against heading to "beaches and areas prone to flash floods".
The UAE has condemned Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich's controversial statements in which he denied the existence of the Palestinian people.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 1,025 prisoners serving various sentences in the UAE, ahead of the Holy Month of Ramadan.
UAE Climate Envoy and COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has expressed his support for the United Nations Secretary-General's call for climate solidarity and acceleration.
Dubai Police have announced that their traditional Ramadan cannons will be situated at several locations, including Expo City Dubai, for the first time this year.
The Dubai government is committed to enhancing its services to achieve new levels of excellence by strengthening teamwork and collaboration.
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Romanian President Klaus Iohannis in Abu Dhabi on Monday.
The UAE has welcomed a European Union-sponsored plan aimed at normalising relations between Serbia and Kosovo.
The oldest pearling town in the Arabian Gulf has been discovered in Umm Al Quwain.
The UAE's moon-sighting committee is scheduled to meet on Tuesday evening to determine the start of the holy month of Ramadan.
Sharjah Municipality has announced the revised paid parking hours for Ramadan.
UAE Climate Envoy and COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber will be seeking "to drive unity of purpose in fighting climate change" at a ministerial meeting on climate action in Copenhagen on Monday.
A truck driver, who fled the scene after fatally running over a man on Ras Al Khaimah's Sheikh Muhammad bin Zayed Street early Saturday, has been arrested.
Dubai is proactively developing plans to accelerate digital growth and adopt new technologies through collaborative partnerships between government entities, international corporations and the broader private sector.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, has launched a campaign to distribute one billion meals to those in need in the UAE and across the world.
Bashar Al-Assad, President of the Syrian Arab Republic, arrived in the UAE on Sunday on an official visit accompanied by his wife, the First Lady of Syria Asma Al-Assad.
Abu Dhabi has invested in its digital future with the launch of two new educational programmes.
The UAE has expressed its sincere condolences to Ecuador and Peru over the victims of the earthquake that struck the two countries, resulting in a number of casualties.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has endorsed a plan to shift from conventional taxis' street-hail to e-hail services, aiming for an 80 per cent e-hail adoption rate in the coming years.
The UAE's Ministry of Economy has approved an increase in the prices of eggs and poultry products capped at 13 per cent and clarified that the move is temporary.
A French national has been honoured by Dubai Police after handing over a large amount of cash that he found in a public place.
UAE Climate Envoy and COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has concluded a two-day trip to Paris where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron and key stakeholders across French government and civil society.
Private schools and universities in Dubai have the option to switch to distance learning on Fridays during Ramadan.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has warned of delays on some key roads on Friday due to an event taking place at the Coca-Cola Arena.
UAE residents are being given a unique opportunity to chat with astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, live from the International Space Station.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today met with Ali Shamkhani, Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council.
The new strategic plans of Dubai's judicial system have been passed at the latest meeting of the Judicial Council.
Emirati nationals are a top priority for the UAE leadership, Her Highness Mother of the Nation Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak has said.
The UAE Embassy in Mogadishu has handed over an aid shipment provided by the Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation to the Somali government.
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held talks with Ali Shamkhani, the Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council on Thursday.
Dubai Police have launched their annual campaign aimed at reducing incidents of begging during Ramadan.
The UAE has allocated $3 million (over AED 11 million) to support the reconstruction of Huwara town in Palestine.
Nearly six weeks since the devastating earthquakes in Turkey and Syria, residents there are still reeling from the aftermath.
The COP28 UAE Presidency has launched a global programme that will give 100 youth delegates, particularly those in the most vulnerable countries, to participate in climate negotiations.
Seventy per cent of federal employees in the UAE will work remotely on Fridays during Ramadan.
Dubai government entities will be allowed to implement a remote working system on Fridays during Ramadan.
Shared electric scooters in Dubai logged nearly one million trips last year, which is double the number recorded in 2021.
Dubai government employees now have the option to work remotely from public libraries in the emirate.
In a social media post on the occasion of Emirati Children’s Day, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan tweeted a message, reaffirming the UAE's commitment to children and their future.
As many as 133 attempts to smuggle forbidden items were foiled at Dubai Airports' Terminal 2 last year.
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today held talks with North Macedonia's President Stevo Pendarovski, in Abu Dhabi.
Health adaptation and interventions are crucial in the face of climate change. This is the message from experts at the Forecasting Healthy Futures Summit in Abu Dhabi.
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, has been selected as a member of the Young Global Leaders Class of 2023 by the World Economic Forum.
Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab witnessed another record-breaking achievement on Tuesday when Polish pilot Luke Czepiela accomplished a remarkable “Bullseye Landing” of a plane on the hotel’s helipad.
Dubai International (DXB) continues to be the world's busiest airport for international flights in March with nearly 4.65 million scheduled seats.
The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has emphasised the importance of hiring domestic workers only through approved recruitment agencies and not through random social media pages.
A UAE-funded cardiac catheterisation surgery unit will be set up at the Magdi Yacoub Global Heart Centre in the Egyptian capital Cairo.
The UAE's National Crisis, Emergency and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) has announced a 50 per cent discount on penalties imposed for violating COVID-19 precautionary measures.
A tuition fee hike of up to 5 per cent has been approved for private schools in Sharjah for the 2023-24 academic year.
The UAE's "Bridges of Giving" relief campaign has launched in Latakia in Syria, supporting quake victims, as part of Operation "Gallant Knight 2".
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday visited the Bridges of Giving campaign centre at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
The third edition of the Dubai Metro Music Festival came to a close on Sunday after a week-long celebration of global music that saw five metro stations transformed into stages for live performances.
The working day for employees in the private sector will be shortened by two hours during Ramadan, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced.
Volunteers gathered at the Dubai World Trade Centre on Monday to assemble relief and aid packages as part of the Bridges of Giving campaign to support those affected by the recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria.
A UAE ship carrying 37,500 food parcels has arrived at the Port of Latakia in Syria.
Top ministers from the UAE and Ukraine have met to discuss ways of enhancing parliamentary ties between the two countries.
A group has been arrested in Sharjah for promoting "immoral acts" in a video that was widely-shared on social media.
The fourth phase of Dubai's Al-Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project will span 13 km along Sheikh Rashid Road, Al Mina Road, Al Khaleej Street and Cairo Street, enhancing traffic flow in the area.
The first COP28 Presidency-hosted and youth-led event, 'Road to COP28', aims to accelerate global climate action.
The United Arab Emirates welcomes the Riyadh and Tehran agreement to resume diplomatic relations between the two countries.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received João Manuel Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola, who is on a working visit to the UAE.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, posted an endearing video on his official Instagram account for the UAE President, H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed as he turns 62 today.
The UAE's Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR) has outlined the working hours for federal entities during Ramadan.
Private schools in Dubai will be able to hike tuition fees by up to 3 per cent for the 2023-24 academic year, according to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA).
The UAE has dispatched an aircraft carrying 14 tonnes of aid to help the people of Ukraine cope with the harsh winter conditions.
The UAE has condemned the attack that targeted a church in the German city of Hamburg, which resulted in numerous deaths and injuries.
The UAE has unveiled an A.I.-driven project, which aims to streamline the services offered by UAE diplomatic missions and enhance the overall customer experience.
The UAE has condemned the terrorist attack which took place in Tel Aviv, and resulted in injuries to numerous people.
The Department of Health - Abu Dhabi has alerted the public against buying or consuming dietary supplements - Monster Rabbit Honey and King Mood - due to their harmful side-effects.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a law establishing the Abu Dhabi Transport Company.
Dubai Municipality is not only responsible for providing basic services but also for enhancing the well-being, satisfaction and happiness of all residents of Dubai, according to His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council.
UAE Climate Envoy and COP28 President Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber met US Climate Envoy John Kerry at the White House on Thursday.
Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has given a quick video tour of the International Space Station (ISS), with a sneak peek of how the Earth appears from its orbital outpost.
Dubai Holding has partnered with the UAE Gender Balance Council to commission a research study aimed at advancing gender equity in the country's private sector.
Eateries in Sharjah have been asked to apply for permits to serve food during the holy month of Ramadan.
Tesla electric vehicles are the latest addition to Abu Dhabi's taxi fleet.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has reviewed the progress of the nation’s comprehensive strategic development plan.
Cyclists and e-scooter users in Dubai stand a chance to win cash prizes as part of a new campaign to reward responsible riders.
Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has shared his first set of selfies from the International Space Station (ISS) where he will be spending the next six months.
Abu Dhabi Police have announced that they will be conducting a drill in Al Ain city on Thursday morning.
After completing less than a week in space, Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi took time off his International Space Station duties to connect with a large gathering of students from Jumeirah College in Dubai.
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, today attended the graduation ceremony of 477 cadets and university students from the Dubai Police Academy.
The latest breakthroughs in policing, security and public safety are being discussed and exhibited at the World Police Summit (WPS) - the ultimate gathering of security experts from around the world.
The UAE has condemned the ongoing Israeli storming of Jenin camp, which resulted in deaths and injuries.
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has pledged $4 million of humanitarian aid for the benefit of children in Ukraine.
The Museum of the Future's newest showcase, the OSS Hope Simulator from SAP, was unveiled today, providing an immersive experience where visitors can see how today’s technologies could be leveraged to sustain a future space station.
Dubai Police has added the ultra high-tech GHIATH SWAT vehicle to its fleet as it significantly enhances the tactical response capabilities of its force's security patrols.
A weather alert has been issued for parts of the country as a spell of unsettled weather is forecast across the UAE.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai interacted with Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi, who is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS).
French President Emmanuel Macron has awarded his country’s National Order of Merit to Lieutenant General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, the Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police.
It's now a lot easier for parents to book Dubai taxis for their children's school pick-ups and drop-offs.
The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI), through its 1 Billion Meals campaign, has announced its support for a U.N. fund, which aims to address chronic malnutrition.
The power of technology in the fight against crime has been the main focus of Day 1 at the World Police Summit (WPS) in Dubai.
Members of the seven Emirates and the UAE Ministry of Climate Change and Environment signed the UAE Government's Net Zero 2050 Charter, with the aim to develop policies and strategies for climate action.
Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE COP28 President-designate, has urged the oil and gas industry to "up its game" towards climate action and promote decarbonisation of the global economy.
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, inaugurated the renovated Al Shindagha Museum on Monday.
A major campaign has been launched in Dubai to raise awareness on the Emirati Genome Programme.
Twitter has suffered a major outage, leaving users unable to access the microblogging platform.
The UAE Cabinet has approved a number of decisions and policies supporting the country’s development process.
Dubai’s Rental Disputes Centre (RDC) has come to the aid of thousands of families struggling to pay their rents.
The UAE's President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, today presided over the swearing-in of four newly appointed ministers.
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has invited bids for the construction of three integrated rest areas for delivery motorbike drivers in the emirate.
The UAE and Oman have agreed to boost cooperation in achieving net-zero targets, mangrove plantation and fish farming as the Emirates gets ready to host COP28.
As many as 15,000 law enforcement and security professionals, along with over 2,000 speakers will be featuring at the World Police Summit in Dubai on Tuesday.
The UAE has succeeded in adopting state-of-the-art digital and futuristic solutions as a key pillar in enhancing prosperity efforts, according to Omar Sultan Al Olama, the UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications.
The Dubai Foundation for Women and Children (DFWAC) has inaugurated a new multi-use childcare villa dedicated to supporting the development and enhancing the physical and psychological well-being of children deprived of parental care.
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) are urging motorists to follow traffic regulations and follow speed reductions on information boards.
Razan Al Mubarak, President of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and UN Climate Change High-Level Champion for COP28, has underscored the importance the UAE is attaching to accelerating the adoption of “pragmatic solutions to address both biodiversity loss and climate change.”
As a representative of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, has led the UAE delegation to the Fifth United Nations Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5), in Doha, Qatar.
The Emirates Red Crescent (ERC) today opened a temporary field shelter camp comprising 50 tents for those affected by the Syrian earthquake.
The United Arab Emirates and the Republic of Italy have announced the promotion of their relations to the level of Strategic Partnership.
The UAE expressed its sincere condolences and solidarity with the Republic of Indonesia over the victims of the fuel depot fire in the capital, Jakarta, which resulted in the death and injury of dozens of people.
President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Giorgia Meloni, Prime Minister of Italy, on a two-day visit to the UAE.
Wearing a facemask is no longer mandatory in most public spaces across the UAE, including educational institutions.
The UAE's expanded visa and immigration rules will come into effect in early September, providing more flexibility and greater benefits.
The validity of the Green Pass on the UAE's AlHosn app has been reduced from 30 days to 14 days.
"A meeting of a lifetime". That’s how delivery rider Abdul Gafoor describes his meeting with Dubai’s Crown Prince.
If you are planning to carry any medicines for personal use while travelling to the UAE, make sure to double-check the type and quantity of drugs that you will be carrying as pre-approvals are required for certain substances.
Hamish Harding, a long-term Dubai resident will continue his mission to explore the most undiscovered places when he catches a flight to space this weekend.
The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has issued its guidelines for confirmed cases of Monkeypox and their close contacts.
The recent visa and economic reforms announced by the UAE government are luring more tenants to become homeowners.
UAE residents are increasingly opting for second passports, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Abu Dhabi and Sharjah have announced free public parking for the Eid holiday.
Expats in the UAE are being reminded to use only certified movers while planning their relocation after a former resident took to social media to flag a company for stalling the shipment of her belongings.
As the end of the academic year approaches, enterprising students can turn their attention to looking for a summer job and securing a teen work permit.
The Sharjah Press Club (SPC) of the Sharjah Government Media Bureau (SGMB), has revealed the agenda for the 11th edition of the annual Sharjah Ramadan Majlis.
The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has launched an e-platform named SPHERE to strengthen early surveillance of future pandemics
The Department of Health-Abu Dhabi has announced the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine is now available for walk-in citizens and residents.
The 'Darb' toll system on Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Khalifa, Sheikh Zayed, Al Maqta and Mussaffah bridges have gone live today.