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Air India and Air India Express cancel UAE flights on March 15, Delhi–Dubai limited service
Flights to Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah cancelled by Air India; limited Delhi–Dubai service on 15 March.
Attorney-General orders arrest of 25 defendants for expedited trial over publishing misleading content harming defence measures
Attorney-General orders arrest of 25 defendants for expedited trial over publishing misleading content harming defence measures
UAE President and King of Morocco discuss regional developments in phone call
UAE President and King of Morocco discuss regional developments in phone call
Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law on Dubai Police Academy
Mohammed bin Rashid issues Law on Dubai Police Academy
Saudi Ministry of Defense: Five drones intercepted
Saudi Ministry of Defense: Five drones intercepted
Awqaf Abu Dhabi, MAIR to deliver Dh200m development projects
Awqaf Abu Dhabi and MAIR Group partner to develop Dh200m projects on endowment land, boosting sustainability and supporting orphan care in the UAE.
Dubai RTA secures global certifications for resilience
Dubai RTA earns global certifications for resilience, enhancing crisis management and digital project efficiency in transport services.
We will keep nurturing our children with the principles of compassion, kindness, and harmonious coexistence: Mohamed Bin Zayed
On Emirati Children’s Day, coinciding with the Year of the Family, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed the nation’s…
CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams in UAE, other West Asian countries
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has cancelled the Class 12 board examinations for students studying in several West Asian countries in view of…
UAE sets up national task force to support sustainable pharmaceutical supply chains
The Emirates Drug Establishment (EDE) has announced the setting up of a task force comprising 16 strategic partners involved in pharmaceutical and logistics…
UAE intercepts 4 ballistic missiles, 6 drones coming from Iran
UAE air defence systems intercepted 4 ballistic missiles and 6 drones on March 15, 2026, coming from Iran.
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Dubai Government: The votes in the Marina and Al Sufouh are the result of successful objections
The media office of the Dubai government announced that the voices heard in the Marina and Safouh areas were the result of successful interception operations carried out by the defenses
Rosenior defends Jorgensen after ‘keeper gaffe costs Chelsea against PSG
Chelsea’s Champions League hopes hang by a thread after a costly error by Jorgensen. Rosenior defends his choice, but pressure mounts ahead of the Newcastle clash
Premier League: Title race not over, insists Man City boss Guardiola
Guardiola remains defiant as Man City trails Arsenal by nine points, emphasizing the importance of their upcoming clash with the leaders and maintaining title hopes
Premier League: Arsenal hero Dowman no ‘normal’ 16-year-old, says Arteta
Arsenal’s Max Dowman makes history as the youngest Premier League scorer, boosting title hopes with a late win over Everton. Can the Gunners maintain their lead?
Premier Leaague: Focus on decisions, not huddle, Chelsea’s Rosenior tells referee
Chelsea’s Rosenior criticizes referee focus on pre-match huddle over penalty decision, impacting Champions League hopes amid Premier League’s intense final stretch
A promising career future for members of the Zayed Authority for People of Determination
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Philippine embassy monitoring reports of Filipinos arrested in UAE over security videos
Filipinos in UAE warned not to share security incident videos after arrests
Urgent statement from EgyptAir regarding flights to Dubai due to developments in the situation in the region (details)
EgyptAir announced a reduction in the number of its flights to Dubai to one daily flight instead of two, starting from today, Sunday, March 15, 2026, until further notice, in light of the instructions issued by…
UAE air defences intercept 4 Iranian ballistic missiles and 6 drones today
UAE air defences thwart Iranian missile and drone attacks, highlighting regional tensions.
Safety, wellbeing of people UAE’s top priority: Expats
Amid regional tensions and uncertainty, the UAE community continues to demonstrate resilience and calm.
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ADCMC’s campaign aims to raise community awareness
The Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre — Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) continues to implement the second phase of the “Our Community is Prepared”…
Zelensky says Ukraine wants money, technology in return for Middle East drone help
Ukraine wants money and technology in return for helping Middle Eastern nations defend against Iranian kamikaze drones, President Volodymyr…
UAE reinforces its commitment to child protection and digital empowerment
UAE celebrates Emirati Children’s Day with a focus on digital knowledge and child protection advancements.
Sheikh Mohammed issues Law on Dubai Police Academy
In his capacity as the Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister, issued Law No. (7) of 2026…
UAE President: Happiness and wellbeing of all children remain a top priority
The UAE celebrates Emirati Children’s Day today, March 15, to honour the nation’s youth
Michael Lahyani and Property Finder Group contribute Dh5 million to Edge of Life
Michael Lahyani, Founder and CEO of Property Finder Group, contributed Dh5 million in support of the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger.
Fazaa site slows as UAE residents rush to claim free family membership
Thousands of UAE families seek free Fazaa memberships, leading to website delays as part of the Year of Family initiative.
How Yair Netanyahu’s Twitter activity sparked viral rumors about father Benjamin Netanyahu
Yair Netanyahu, Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s son is known to be active on X (formerly Twitter) and his social media silence has fueled speculations. | World News
Trump says other countries ‘must take care’ of Hormuz
Trump said the countries receiving oil through the strait should take care of the transit route, while the US will help and that “everything goes smoothly”. | World News
15 killed in strike on factory in Iran’s Isfahan, Tehran blames Israel
The Iranian side blamed the attack on the “American-Zionist (Israeli) enemy,” adding that it was caused by a missile. | World News
Photos show a major fire at a key UAE oil port, a day after the US struck a major Iranian depot
The targeting of oil infrastructure in the Middle East combined with the closure of the Strait of Hormuz will likely lead to even higher oil prices.
Dreaming of la dolce vita with dual Italian citizenship? Think again
A law passed in 2025 making it tougher to claim Italian citizenship was upheld by the country’s Constitutional Court.
Moscow attacked by over 60 drones in single day, mayor says
The Russian Defense Ministry also claimed that nearly 300 Ukrainian drones had been shot down across the country over a 10-hour span.
Switzerland closes airspace for US military planes amid Iran war, cites neutrality
Switzerland government said two requests for US reconnaissance planes to cross over Switzerland were rejected on Sunday. | World News
Three Iranian football team members leave asylum in Australia
Three more members of the Iranian women’s football team have left their asylum in Australia and decided to return home, Canberra said Sunday.
Brazil’s jailed ex-president Bolsonaro hospitalised with lung infection
Far-right leader, whose persistent health woes are linked to 2018 stabbing, endorsed son to run in this year’s election.
Netanyahu responds to Candace Owens’ ‘Where is Bibi’ question amid assassination rumors
Benjamin Netanyahu’s office on Saturday issued a statement, dismissing social media theories about his assassination | World News
APTOPIX Iraq Iran US Israel
Smoke rises from the U.S. embassy building in Baghdad, Iraq, Saturday, March 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Ali Jabar)
Emirates Iran US Israel
Oil tankers and cargo ships line up in the Strait of Hormuz as seen from Khor Fakkan, United Arab Emirates, Wednesday, March 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri)
APTOPIX Iran US Israel
Two men ride their motorbike past a billboard of the Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei in downtown Tehran, Iran, Saturday, March 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)
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Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with members of the Security Council via videoconference at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia, Friday, March 13, 2026. (Gavriil Grigorov, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool
president says Iran’s Kharg Island ‘demolished’ and threatens more strikes ‘just for fun’
Trump also questions whether Iran’s new supreme leader ‘is even alive’ while deflating hopes of a deal with Tehran to end conflict – key US politics stories from 14 March 2026 at a glance
Tehran claims US attacked it from the UAE as Iran war enters its third week
Tehran said the U.S. had used “ports, docks and hideouts” in the UAE to launch strikes on Kharg Island without providing evidence. | World News
Trump says US may strike Iran’s Kharg Island oil export hub ‘just for fun’
In comments to NBC News, US president also deflates hope of deal with Tehran, saying ‘terms aren’t good enough’
Son’s last post date draws attention amid Benjamin Netanyahu death rumors
Yair Netanyahu, Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s son is known to be active on X (formerly Twitter) and his social media silence has fueled speculations. | World News
CBSE cancels Class 12 board exams for UAE and Middle East
UAE students among those affected as CBSE cancels Class 12 exams
Reader pictures: UAE landscapes and nature in focus
Explore the UAE’s breathtaking landscapes through stunning reader-submitted photos capturing the essence of nature.
US-Iran latest: US not ready to make deal with Iran because ‘the terms aren’t good enough yet’
US President Donald Trump also threatened that the US may carry out more strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island oil export hub ‘just for fun’








