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Month: April 2026
In Dubai…a complete renovation of the iconic Burj Al Arab will last 18 months
Jumeirah Group announced the launch of a complete renovation program for the iconic Burj Al Arab in the Emirati city of Dubai, in a statement published on its official website on Wednesday.
EU children’s social media access curbed soon as age verification app ready
Brussels: The EU ‘s age verification app for online platforms is ready and will soon be available to use, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen sai
Sharjah nurseries set to reopen from April 16 with safety training in focus
The Sharjah Private Education Authority (SPEA), acting on directives from the Education, Human Development and Community Council, has announced that nurseries…
Dubai to begin phased reopening of nurseries from April 16
Private early childhood centres in Dubai will begin a phased return to in-person learning from April 16, following approval from the Knowledge and Human…
Sharjah Ruler halts Kalba project to protect turtles, rejects hotel plan
Sharjah Ruler halts Kalba project closure, orders eco-friendly boats and rejects a beach hotel to protect rare turtles and fragile marine habitats.
Fujairah Police ease truck congestion on Fujairah–Khorfakkan road with new traffic plan
Fujairah Police ease truck congestion on the Fujairah–Khorfakkan road with a new traffic plan, cutting travel time and boosting safety for drivers.
95.2 million traveled through Dubai Airport during 2025
Dubai International Airport tops the list of the world’s busiest airports in terms of international passenger traffic with 95.2 million passengers in 2025, solidifying its position as a central hub in the global aviation system, according to today’s issued ranking…
Nurseries in Dubai and Sharjah to start reopening from Thursday
Authorities in both emirates set out phased return after disruption caused by Iran war
10 cafés in Dubai for a Hojicha latte fix
Dubai’s always known for mastering the world’s cult-favourite beverages – and this time it’s Hojicha.
Israel, Lebanon agree to direct negotiations, says US
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to launch direct negotiations at a mutually agreed-upon time and place following a trilateral meeting hosted by the U
Europe drafts post-war plan to free up Hormuz without U.S., says report
Europe is drafting a post-war plan for a broad coalition excluding the U.S. to help free up shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, according to a Wall Street Journal report citing officials
Billy Crystal’s Broadway return to be one-man show about the house he lost to LA wildfires
New York: Billy Crystal will return to Broadway this fall in a very intimate one-man show that will take the audience into his family ‘s longtime Los Angeles ho
Oil tankers that crossed Strait of Hormuz since start of Iran war
The US blockade on vessels entering or leaving Iranian ports adds to uncertainty over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been all-but-shut since t
Tom Cruise touts ‘wild’ dark comedy ‘Digger’ to theater owners
Las Vegas: Tom Cruise said he took four decades of acting to get to a place where he could play the eccentric oil tycoon at the centre of an upcoming dark comed
US lifts shelter advisory in UAE after halt in drone and missile attacks
US Embassy lifts shelter-in-place advisory in UAE after halt in drone and missile attacks, but keeps Level 3 travel warning and limited consular services.
The UAE’s community playbook: How support is reaching more people
See how UAE organisations are uniting across emirates to extend compassionate support to workers and families in need.
US blockade of Iranian ports ‘fully implemented’
US President Donald Trump said the war in Iran was “very close to over” in clips of an interview set to air Wednesday, while the US military said its blockade o
Modi, Trump stress on keeping Hormuz open
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday received a call from US President Donald Trump with both leaders discussing the current situation in West Asia as well…
Burjeel Hospital Abu Dhabi inaugurates Korean Pavilion
Korean medical expertise and technology – dubbed as K-HEALTH to differentiate from the global K-POP phenomenon – have been on the upswing in the Gulf even…
9 dead in boiler blast at Indian power plant
A major boiler tube explosion at the Vedanta Power Plant in Singhitarai village of Chhattisgarh’s Sakti district triggered panic and chaos on Tuesday, leaving…
Pakistan PM heads to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Turkey with efforts on for US-Iran talks
Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is to embark on a four-day diplomatic blitz to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Turkey on Wednesday, Islamabad’s foreign…
Burj Al Arab’s incredible history — from ambitious Dubai project to international icon
Dubai’s sail-shaped landmark hotel will be restored in phases while preserving heritage
Zayed Authority launches ‘Mawj’ project
Zayed Authority for People of Determination has launched the “Mawj – Early Intervention Centre” project, alongside signing a strategic tripartite…
UAE road safety drive targets fuel tankers, hazardous material transport in Abu Dhabi
Officers emphasised the importance of periodic vehicle inspections and ensuring that load safety meets approved standards before vehicles depart
Dubai International Chamber opens a new office in Manila
In the presence of the First Lady of the Philippines, Dubai Chamber, one of the three active chambers
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed meets Emiratis studying in Beijing
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets students during official visit to China
Israeli fire kills six in Gaza, including two children, medics say
Israeli fire killed at least six Palestinians, including two children, in separate incidents across the Gaza Strip on Tuesday, local health officials…
Suhail Bin Butti: The holder of the “Digital Chess League for Schools” title has a great opportunity to face a world champion
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Dubai opens Sensory Rooms at Al Satwa, Oud Maitha Bus Stations for Children with Autism
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the Sensory Rooms project at Al Satwa and Oud Maitha Bus Stations to improve the mobility experience…
Dubai Properties awards contracts worth AED 1.1 billion to expand Villanova with 850 new homes
Dubai: Dubai Properties, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded contracts worth nearly AED1.1 billion to Metac General Contracting Co. LLC for the c
Hadi Badri: Iranian residents in Dubai ‘still safe, still participating’
Hadley Gamble spoke to the Dubai Economic Development Corporation CEO about the impact of the conflict on Iranian residents in the emirate
Shabab Al-Ahly is champion of the Basketball League for the 16th time in its history
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Sharjah announces reopening date for nurseries, return to campus for school teachers, admin staff
SPEA to train school and nursery staff on emergency and crisis protocols to ensure safety of students and staff
FT.. Shabab Al-Ahly of the Emirates surpasses Iranian Traktor in the Asian Elite Champions League
By winning with a clean sweep in the round of sixteen of the continental championship.. | Anadolu
Shabab Al-Ahly overthrows Tractor and reaches the quarter-finals of “Asia’s Champions League”
Al Ahli Youth scored three goals after the break to achieve a deserved 3-0 victory over the Iranian Tractor, which played most of the second half with ten players in the round of sixteen in the AFC Champions League.
Bahrain to pay April salaries for private sector citizens from unemployment fund
The Cabinet further reiterated its condemnation of what it described as ‘hostile Iranian aggression’ that had targeted the Kingdom and the wider region
How media in Dubai emerged as a stabilizing force during the US-Israeli war on Iran
Dubai’s media ecosystem emerged as a model of professionalism and responsibility, ensuring balanced communication during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran
UAE decision on school return expected today
Schools have been working remotely since early March
Weather alert: Dust, rain and rough seas forecast across UAE as winds strengthen
UAE weather alert: Dusty skies, light rain and rough seas as strong winds hit, with conditions easing and temperatures rising gradually into the weekend.
Stress in challenging times: Why fidgeting increases and posture suffers—UAE experts explain how to fix it
The first sign of stress often begins with a movement
US, Iran may resume talks this week despite port blockade
US and Iran may resume Pakistan talks this week as U.S. port blockade continues, easing oil market fears while Strait of Hormuz traffic remains steady amid rising global economic risks
Saqr Ghobash and the Speaker of the Turkish Parliament affirm their condemnation of the blatant Iranian attacks on the UAE
https://www.wam.ae/a/bzpnkgqصقر غباش ورئيس البرلمان التركي يؤكدان على إدانتهما الاعتداءات الإيرانية السافرة على أراضي دولة الإمارات
Ali Al-Nuaimi participates in the Executive Meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in Istanbul
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The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi concludes an official visit to the People’s Republic of China
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“Khalifa of Humanity”: Supporting the wise leadership is the basic foundation for the success of our humanitarian initiatives
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Kalba Literary Council organizes a dialogue session entitled “The Light of the Poem”
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UAE to reopen some nurseries next week, decision on schools’ reopening on April 15
The Education, Human Development and Community Development Council has launched the national phase to ensure the readiness of educational institutions in line…
Sheikh Mohammed wins hearts with humble walk at Dubai Hills Park
In a touching moment that reflects the spirit of leadership in the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and…
Dubai court orders a worker, his employer to pay jointly Dhs25,000 to a hospital
The Dubai Civil Court of First Instance has ruled that a worker and his employer must jointly pay Dhs25,000 to cover medical expenses incurred at a private…








