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Month: April 2026
Mohammed bin Rashid: Our civilizational projects do not stop, as they stem from our belief in the importance of building an educated person
https://www.wam.ae/a/bzj3svnمحمد بن راشد: مشاريعنا الحضارية لا تتوقف فهي نابعة من إيماننا بأهمية بناء الإنسان المتعلم المتمكن من أدوات المستقبل
Dubai bakery sells 1,000 hot cross buns and snacks in hours after community cooks up support
A family-owned business in Dubai sold out of freshly baked snacks after a big order was cancelled due to the Iran war
Christians in UAE pray for peace in churches and at home as Iran war upends Easter celebrations
Parishioners turn out in large numbers for Good Friday services in Abu Dhabi
Dubai Police warn against reckless driving
Dubai Police warned against reckless driving behaviours committed by some drivers on the roads, emphasising that such actions pose a direct threat to the lives…
A strong start to the Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship, with 18 horses qualifying for the finals
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Gargash: Iran missile attacks show ‘arrogance, not strength’
UAE adviser Anwar Gargash says Iran’s missile and drone attacks show arrogance and strategic failure, rejecting Mohammad Javad Zarif’s narrative on the Gulf.
Abu Dhabi Police fulfil two brothers’ patrol wish
Abu Dhabi Police brought joy to two brothers in Al Ain region by fulfilling their wish to accompany a
Sheikh Mohammed’s sweet conversation with child Bella Maria melts hearts
In a heartwarming scene which touched millions of hearts, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and…
Iran searches for downed US jet crew, as US media says one member rescued
Iran launched a hunt for the US crew whose jet Iranian media said had been shot down by the Islamic republic’s air defence systems Friday, deploying troops and…
Egyptian citizen dead after debris from intercepted attack hits Abu Dhabi gas site
One Egyptian citizen was killed and four people suffered minor injuries after debris from an intercepted attack fell on Abu Dhabi’s Habshan…
Italian PM begins surprise Gulf tour; Putin, Erdogan urge immediate Mideast ceasefire
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni began a surprise visit to Saudi Arabia on Friday as part of a Gulf tour to boost “national energy security,” a…
Dubai’s KHDA, UAE schools respond after IGCSE, A Level, IB exam cancellations
Dubai’s KHDA addresses families as schools pivot to portfolios and contingency gradings after IB, Cambridge, Pearson and OxfordAQA cancel examinations
UAE weather forecast: Rising temperatures; rain, strong winds ahead
UAE weather forecast: fair to partly cloudy today, with rising temperatures, rain chances, strong winds, dust and rough seas expected in the coming days.
Iran conflict: Debris from aerial interception hits Dubai Marina building
Debris from an aerial interception hits a Dubai Marina building amid Iran conflict, with authorities confirming no injuries or fire and situation under control.
Day 36 of war: Dubai deals with 2 incidents of falling shrapnel, no injuries reported
An Egyptian national was killed on Friday and four others wounded after a fire at a gas complex in Abu Dhabi, caused by falling debris from an intercepted attack
Staycations surge in Northern Emirates as residents seek respite from Iran war
Local getaways prove popular as flight disruptions deter overseas travel
UAE: Debris from aerial interception falls onto building in Dubai Marina, no injuries reported
Authorities in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), responded to an incident caused by debris from an aerial interception that fell onto the facade of a building in the Dubai Marina area, the Dubai Media Office confirmed on Saturday (local time).
Iran conflict: Debris from aerial interception hits Dubai Internet City building
Dubai Internet City and Marina buildings struck by debris from aerial interceptions linked to Iran conflict; officials report no injuries or fires
Dubai: Buildings damaged as debris falls from sky after drones intercepted
Authorities have confirmed that debris came from an ‘aerial interception’ overhead which then fell on the Oracle building in Dubai Internet City causing some damage
Debris fell as a result of an air interception on Oracle’s office in Dubai
The Dubai government media office reported on Saturday that debris resulting from an aerial interception operation fell on the facade of the American technology giant “Oracle” office in Dubai.
Big campaign against UAE’: British flight attendant arrested in Dubai over airport safety warnings
A 25-year-old British flight attendant was arrested in Dubai after sharing photos of a damaged airport and warning colleagues on WhatsApp about safety risks following recent explosions.
Iran war latest: US pilot still missing after two warplanes downed over Iran and the Gulf
At least 365 American troops have been wounded since the Iran war began
Gulf targeting…damage in Dubai and warnings in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia
As the American-Israeli war on Iran continues, three Gulf countries witnessed attacks early this Saturday, as the war entered its 36th day.
Dubai RTA announces temporary diversion on Al Khaleej Street
Temporary diversion on Dubai’s Al Khaleej Street from Cairo Street Roundabout to Al Wahida Street Roundabout; closure in effect April 5–6, 2026.
Raising ‘ausome’ children: Inside the autism journey of UAE families
Inside UAE families’ autism journeys this World Autism Month, where inclusion, government support, and unconditional love help ‘ausome’ children thrive.
Uninsured driver ordered to pay Dh28,000 after causing Abu Dhabi traffic accident
Uninsured driver in Abu Dhabi ordered to pay Dh28,000 after causing traffic accident that damaged a woman’s car, court rules he is fully liable for negligence.
Downed planes spell new peril for Trump as Tehran hunts missing US pilot
Iran’s forces were hunting on Saturday for a missing US pilot from one of two warplanes downed over Iran and the Gulf, officials from both sides said, while…
Dubai says no injuries from debris falling on Oracle building facade
Dubai authorities said on Saturday no injuries were reported after debris fell on the facade of an Oracle building in the emirate’s…
Operation “The Gallant Knight (3)” conducts a lottery to select the grooms participating in the “Gown of Joy 2” ceremony in Gaza
بدعم من “خليفة الإنسانية”.. عملية “الفارس الشهم (3)” تُجري قرعة اختيار العرسان المشاركين في حفل“ثوب الفرح 2” بغزةhttps://www.wam.ae/a/bzj3svo
UAE: One dead, four injured after fires at Habshan gas facilities in Abu Dhabi
Fires at Habshan Gas Processing Plant in Abu Dhabi leave one dead and four injured as UAE emergency teams control the incident and assess damage.
Trump says US can easily open Hormuz, take oil and make a fortune
President Donald Trump on Friday said the United States could
RTA begins maintenance works for sidewalks covering 90,000 square metres in Dubai
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the commencement of sidewalk maintenance and rehabilitation works across the emirate, covering a…
New CBSE curriculum 2026‑27: Mathematics, science go two-level; three languages now mandatory
From 2026-27, CBSE introduces a two-tier maths and science system, compulsory third language in Class 6, and new AI, art, vocational and physical education modules.
Ibn Touq: The daily import of food commodities is proceeding normally with their availability in warehouses and on shelves
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Twelve Asians injured by falling debris from missile interception in Abu Dhabi’s Ajban area
Twelve Asians injured by falling debris from missile interception in Abu Dhabi’s Ajban area
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid says Arab Reading Challenge has reached 40 million children
Challenge has attracted 25 per cent more participants than last year
NCM forecasts chance of rain, windy conditions across UAE until April 10
NCM forecasts chance of rain, windy conditions across UAE until April 10
Dubai to install electric vehicle charging stations at 600 parking spaces in Dh150m green drive
Dubai Municipality to increase EV charging capacity in city’s parking areas
UAE participates in Virtual Foreign Ministers Meeting on Strait of Hormuz
UAE participates in Virtual Foreign Ministers Meeting on Strait of Hormuz
Dubai launches ‘Dubai, A Fine Way to Dine’ culinary campaign
Dubai launches ‘Dubai, A Fine Way to Dine’ culinary campaign
Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a ‘referendum’ on Hungary’s place in the world
Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says an upcoming election against pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a “referendum” on Hungary’s future.
Cuba begins to free more than 2,000 prisoners as US eases fuel blockade
Havana makes a Holy Week ‘humanitarian’ gesture as Russian tanker is allowed to reach oil-starved island
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Gattuso resigns as Italy coach after World Cup flop
Gennaro Gattuso quit as Italy coach on Friday, as the Azzurri’s failure to reach a third straight World Cup continued to send shockwaves through Italian football.
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2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates. At least 1 crew member is missing
Iranian state TV said a U.S. pilot ejected over southwestern Iran, urging citizens to capture the crew member.
2 US aircraft shot down as war in Iran escalates, at least 1 crew member is missing
An affiliate of Iranian state TV claims a US pilot ejected from their aircraft; the reason for the ejection is not clear.
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Affiliate of Iranian state TV claims a US pilot ejected from their aircraft over southwestern Iran








