Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, the Managing Director and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority, met with…
Month: May 2026
Why women over 50 should prioritise workouts for heart health and muscle strength, UAE doctors explain
The most protective approach is a balanced routine that includes regular cardio
US will ‘guide’ stranded ships from Strait of Hormuz from today: Trump
US launches “Project Freedom” to guide stranded ships safely out of the Strait of Hormuz as Iran denounces move and tensions rise amid ongoing ceasefire talks
What is Al Wugeisha: The giant tunnel boring machine driving Dubai Metro Blue Line
Inside Al Wugeisha, the massive tunnel boring machine driving Dubai Metro Blue Line’s 30km expansion with advanced, low-impact underground excavation.
Dubai airport passenger traffic drops 66% in March amid geopolitical tensions
Chief executive officer Paul Griffiths expresses confidence in recovery, saying airport is ready for a traffic rebound as capacity returns
Weather forecast: UAE to see mild temperatures, mist and dusty winds through week
Stay updated on UAE weather: fair skies, midweek heat, coastal humidity, mist risk and stronger dusty winds by late week affecting sea conditions.
Dubai takes its advanced manufacturing ecosystem to national stage at ‘Make it in the Emirates 2026’
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) will showcase the emirate’s advanced, future-ready manufacturing ecosystem at the Dubai Pavilion during…
Trump reviews new 14-point Iranian proposal to end conflict
Trump reviews a new 14-point Iranian proposal to end the war, expressing skepticism as a three-week ceasefire holds and plans emerge to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Dubai Ruler inaugurates Metro Blue Line tunnelling works
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid inaugurates tunnelling for Dubai Metro Blue Line, aiming to ease congestion by 20%
Adnoc unveils Dh200bn UAE investment programme
Al Ain court asks man to pay Dhs10,000 compensation for filming a car involved in an accident
Al Ain Civil, Commercial and Administrative Cases Court obligated a man to pay Dhs10,000 in compensation to another after he had filmed a car that was driven by…
Dubai’s integrated digital ecosystem unlocks new paths to high-value opportunities, sustainable growth
Leaders of technology companies operating in Dubai have reaffirmed the emirate’s position as a resilient and fast-growing hub for digital innovation, despite…
Indian expat wins Dh25 million in Big Ticket draw
Indian expat from Kerala wins Dh25 million Big Ticket jackpot in Abu Dhabi draw, as another long-time participant drives away in a new Land Rover Defender.
UAE weather body predicts gradual increase of air temperature across the country in May
The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) stated that May is considered one of the months of the first transition period (spring) between winter and summer. …
Blue Line, new airport: 5 mega projects transforming Dubai
Dubai unveils five mega projects, from the Blue Line metro to the world’s largest airport and AI-powered government, reshaping the city’s future.
Woman insults and puts photos of another woman on social media, Abu Dhabi court orders her to pay Dhs15,000
Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court ordered a woman to pay Dhs15,000 in compensation to another woman, after she insulted her via WhatsApp…
A great success for the Zayed Charity Race in Ethiopia with the participation of more than 4,000 male and female athletes
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Rare brain-eating disease claims two more lives in Kerala
Two more people have died in Kerala due to amoebic encephalitis, a rare brain-eating disease. The deceased were identified as Aryamol (26) and Binu Varghese…
26-year-old Palestinian killed in Israeli raid in West Bank
Palestinian health officials on Sunday said a Palestinian man was killed during an Israeli raid in the West Bank city of Nablus, while the Israeli military said…
Divorcees and widows are not included as beneficiaries in current Nafis phase
The Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council (ETCC) has clarified that the newly introduced
Emirates National Schools opens applications for scholarship for AY 2026-27
Initiative strengthens culture of excellence, innovation and community service
UAE boosts position in regenerative medicine, stem cell therapies
Nation emerges as global hub for bone marrow transplants and cutting-edge cell therapy
Crime, disturbance reports fall in Q1 2026: Dubai Police
Dubai Police report a drop in crime and disturbance cases in Q1 2026, crediting proactive security strategies, data-driven policing and cybercrime prevention.
UAE’s flagship ‘Make it in the Emirates’ forum opens tomorrow in Abu Dhabi
Discover the UAE’s flagship Make it in the Emirates forum in Abu Dhabi, featuring 1,200 exhibitors, 120,000 visitors, new industrial initiatives, and experiential hubs showcasing advanced industry and AED 262 billion export growth
Nearly half of Americans ‘cutting down on daily expenses’ to deal with high petrol prices due to Iran war
Many Americans are cutting back on everyday expenses as petrol prices soar due to President Donald Trump’s war in Iran, now approaching the 10-week mark….
Hamdan, Maktoum, and Ahmed bin Mohammed attend the weddings of Al Mansouri and Al Falasi
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Abdullah Al Marri: “Al Khawaneej” is a distinguished model in modern police work
Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, inspected the Khawaneej Police Station as part of the annual inspection program of general departments and police stations.
United puts one foot forward in the Professional League
United continues its solo performance at the top of the first division football league by defeating its host Masfoot…
Israeli raid in the West Bank leaves 1 Palestinian dead and 4 wounded
A Palestinian man was killed and four others were seriously wounded during an Israeli military raid in Nablus on Sunday.
Who are the two Gaza flotilla activists abducted by Israel?
Spanish national Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Avila were among 175 Gaza flotilla activists detained by Israel.
Republicans ‘concerned’ after Trump threatens to withdraw more US troops from Germany
US announced withdrawal of 5,000 soldiers last week after German chancellor said US was being ‘humiliated’ by Iran
On World Press Freedom Day, Pope honours journalists killed in war zones
Pope Leo XIV asks faithful to remember journalists who have lost their lives pursuing the truth.
Trump says the US will ‘guide’ stranded ships from the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced “Project Freedom” to help ships leave the Strait of Hormuz, starting on Monday. He says the project aims to assist “neutral and innocent” countries
A smuggling network is keeping the internet running in Iran via Starlink
A smuggling network is ensuring that Iran doesn’t go off the communication radar by sending Starlink devices to Iran to bypass the internet shutdown, | World News
Armenia Summit
Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Yerevan, Armenia, Sunday May 3, 2026, to attend the European Political Community summit. (Stefan Rousseau/Pool Photo via AP)
Moishe’s chilling warning after London attack
In Daily Mail opinion piece, Moishe says antisemitism in Britain has worsened since Oct. 7, with attacks, threats and fear spreading through Golders Green, once seen as a safe haven for Jews
Iran attacks cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz
A cargo ship was struck by multiple small craft while sailing near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, according to the British military’s United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations center
Armed men abduct a former minister and junta critic in Mali, his family says
A former minister and prominent Malian lawyer was abducted by armed, hooded men in Bamako, according to a family member.
Three die on Atlantic cruise ship from suspected hantavirus
Three people have died on a cruise ship in the Atlantic, the WHO said Sunday, one a confirmed case of hantavirus — an illness usually transmitted to humans from rodents.
Iran makes outlandish new demands to reopen Strait of Hormuz— and gives Trump a deadline
Iran gave President Trump a one-month deadline to permanently end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz, where a carrier was attacked on Sunday.
World leaders arrive in Armenia for eighth EPC summit
World leaders from nearly 50 countries, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, are meeting in Yerevan, Armenia for the 8th European Political Community summit.
ADNOC to award AED 200 billion in new projects through 2028
ADNOC plans AED 200 billion in new project awards for 2026–2028, accelerating Make it in the Emirates, boosting UAE manufacturing, and expanding opportunities for local suppliers and EPC partners
Abu Dhabi to activate new ‘Darb’ toll gates from tomorrow
Abu Dhabi activates two new 24/7 Darb toll gates from May 4 in Ghantoot and Wahat Al Karama to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and apply AED 4 per crossing with exemptions for eligible groups
ADNOC aims to award projects worth 200 billion dirhams to accelerate the growth of its business and implement its strategic plans
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Dubai’s digital ecosystem drives resilience and record growth for tech leaders
Dubai’s integrated digital ecosystem, public-private alignment and world-class infrastructure drive resilience and record growth for tech leaders, positioning the emirate as a global launchpad for digital innovation
ADNOC consolidates the position of national products as a first choice in its core projects and supply chains
https://www.wam.ae/a/c00yspo
Over 4,000 pilgrims affected as EgyptAir cancels Mali Hajj flights
EgyptAir has cancelled its Hajj flights to and from crisis-struck Mali, directly impacting more than 4,000 people, the country’s pilgrimage-organising body said…
Sharjah Police launch family awareness drive for safer homes
Discover how Sharjah Police’s ‘Awareness Begins at Home’ drive supports families with modern parenting tools, digital safety tips and value-based guidance.
He demands that his wife return 176 thousand dirhams… but the court refuses
The Civil Court in Dubai rejected a financial claim lawsuit filed by a husband against his wife for the amount of 176,000 dirhams…
Trump weighs Iran deal, warns of possible return to strikes
Florida: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he had been briefed on the concept of a possible deal with Iran but was awaiting the exact wording, while








