His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, discussed with his brother, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani by Sheikh…
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How to secure your home cameras and protect your privacy
Protect your privacy by securing home cameras with encryption, strong passwords, two-factor authentication and safe installation practices in the UAE.
UAE President receives Emir of Qatar on fraternal visit and discusses regional developments
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed receives Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim to discuss regional tensions, maritime security and strengthening fraternal ties.
LEAD Development showcases Jubail Island’s integrated water system amid UAE rainfall
LEAD Development highlights Jubail Island’s integrated water system, turning UAE rainfall into long-term environmental resilience and community value.
4 Gulf countries are exposed to Iranian attacks… injuries in Saudi Arabia and Dubai, and a fire in a Kuwaiti tanker – (blogs)
Dubai: The UAE announced that 4 people were injured early Tuesday due to a fire that broke out in a house in Dubai as a result of shrapnel falling from an intercepted aerial object. Meanwhile, a Kuwaiti oil tanker off the coast of Dubai was attacked by a drone, leading to a fire and material damage. This comes as Saudi Arabia and Kuwait have been targeted by several missile and drone attacks since early Tuesday…
Tennis: Sabalenka beats Gauff in Miami final, completes ‘Sunshine Double’
Aryna Sabalenka outlasts Coco Gauff in a three-set Miami Open final to seal the rare Sunshine Double, underline her No.1 dominance and tilt a growing rivalry her way
4 Injured in Dubai After Debris From Air Defence Interception Hits Homes
DUBAI, Mar 31: Dubai authorities confirmed that four Asian nationals sustained minor injuries after debris from a s…
Flying with Emirates in April from Dubai? Here’s how to rebook or get a refund
Emirates passengers travelling from Dubai in April 2026: Check how to manage disrupted flights, rebook online, or claim a refund safely.
US-Iran latest: Loud bangs in Dubai as air defences respond to missile threat
Pakistan’s Minister for Foreign Affairs Ishaq Dar met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing
UAE announces petrol and diesel prices for April 2026
Fuel prices in the UAE are directly linked to global markets
Four people injured after debris falls on south Dubai houses
Four people were injured by debris from an interception that fell on residential houses in southern Dubai on Tuesday, authorities said, as Iran presses its Gulf…
UAE hikes petrol prices for the month of April
The Fuel Price Follow-up Committee approved petrol and diesel prices for April 2026 as follows:
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4 people were injured in Dubai as a result of falling debris from air interceptors
Authorities in the emirate said that the interception led to debris falling in a residential area in south Dubai. The incident also resulted in property damage.
Missile debris hits Dubai homes as UAE responds to Iranian drone and missile threats
Missile debris from air defence interceptions hit Dubai homes, causing minor injuries and property damage, as UAE responds to Iranian drone threats.
UAE’s Gargash commends armed Forces, police and first responders
Dr. Anwar Bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to His Highness the President of the UAE, praised the role of officers and soldiers of our noble armed…
April Fool’s jokes can land you in jail, Sharjah prosecutors warn
Sharjah prosecutors warn April Fool’s jokes online can be a crime in the UAE, with jail terms and heavy fines for sharing false information or rumours.
Sharjah handles 74,000 weather emergencies with zero casualties, council hails coordinated response
Swift coordination, public cooperation credited for keeping residents safe
UAE travel advisory: Which flights are suspended or delayed at Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports?
Airline schedules continue to be affected by the Iran war
Targeting the Gulf countries… casualties in Dubai and a fire in a Kuwaiti tanker
Iranian attacks targeted four Gulf countries early this Tuesday, resulting in injuries in Dubai and a fire on a Kuwaiti tanker, amid ongoing military escalation and activation of alarms in several Gulf cities.
A Kuwaiti oil tanker was attacked by Iran in Dubai Port
An Iranian attack caused a fire to break out on a Kuwaiti oil tanker in Dubai port, according to the Kuwaiti official news agency “KUNA” on Tuesday, while Tehran continues its attacks in the Gulf in response to US strikes…
Dubai Police issue rain alert, urge motorists to drive with caution
Dubai Police warn motorists amid ongoing rain, urging reduced speed, safe distances and strict adherence to traffic rules to prevent accidents across the emirate.
This Indian restaurant in Dubai is giving 65% off on your bill, but here’s the catch
The promotion runs on weekdays, from Sunday to Thursday, between 6 pm and 1:30 am. It also includes extras such as welcome drinks, light bites, music and shisha
Kuwaiti tanker hit, Al Badaa fire, Thuraya building targeted: Key incidents in UAE
UAE air defence operations contain threats; minimal disruption reported
How a Dubai-based filmmaker captured the UAE’s spirit in a unifying anthem
A Filipino filmmaker in Dubai turns everyday moments into a powerful music video, honouring the UAE’s unity, safety, and sense of home for over 200 nationalities.
Abu Dhabi opens Sakina Centre for Advanced Care in depression, psychiatric emergencies
Abu Dhabi opens Sakina Centre for Advanced Care, a specialised hub for major depression and psychiatric emergencies, boosting the emirate’s mental health services.
Where to see the Pink Full Moon in the UAE: Top desert spots and observation points
The Pink Full Moon will rise over the UAE on April 1 and 2. Here is when to see it, why it looks bigger and the best places to watch.
UAE rain: Showers hit Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah
Rain hits Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah as a storm system moves across the UAE; police urge motorists to drive with caution amid unstable weather.
11 killed, 188 injured since the start of Iranian attacks on the UAE
Iran’s missile and drone attacks on the UAE have killed 11 and injured 188, as air defences intercept hundreds of projectiles since the assault began.
NORINCO LUCA: China’s First 7-Tonne Fully Indigenous Cargo Drone Completes Maiden Flight
NORINCO LUCA: China’s First 7-Tonne Fully Indigenous Cargo Drone Completes Maiden Flight
Bahrain Intercepts and Destroys 182 Missiles and 400 Drones Since Onset of Iranian Attacks
Bahrain Intercepts and Destroys 182 Missiles and 400 Drones Since Onset of Iranian Attacks
How Washington Redefined Its Victory Objectives in Iran
How Washington Redefined Its Victory Objectives in Iran
Retail Sukuk Initiative Delivers Strong Results, Reaffirming Resilience of UAE Economy
Retail Sukuk Initiative Delivers Strong Results, Reaffirming Resilience of UAE Economy
CNBC’s team hears explosions in Dubai after emergency alert
CNBC’s team hears explosions in Dubai after receiving an emergency alert. Dan Murphy has the latest developments on the ground.
Eurozone Inflation Jumps to 2.5% in March
Eurozone Inflation Jumps to 2.5% in March
UAE Air Defences Engage Eight Ballistic Missiles, Four Cruise Missiles, and 36 UAVs
UAE Air Defences Engage Eight Ballistic Missiles, Four Cruise Missiles, and 36 UAVs
Dubai rains: Municipality pumps out 12 million cubic metres of rainwater, clears 159 fallen trees
Here’s how 3,500-strong team responded to 15,150 calls during the recent ‘Azm’ low-pressure weather system
Italy Denies Permission for US Military Aircraft to Land at Sigonella Air Base
Italy Denies Permission for US Military Aircraft to Land at Sigonella Air Base
Israel Palestinians
Israel’s Minister of National Security, Itamar Ben-Gvir, center, and lawmakers celebrate after Israel’s parliament passed a law approving the death penalty for Palestinians convicted of murdering Israelis, at the Knesset
Travel Delays
A traveler walks through TSA security lines at George Bush Intercontinental Airport on Monday, March 30, 2026, in Houston. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
Christians mark Holy Week across the world
Penitents of the ‘Pollinita’ brotherhood, dressed in a typical Apostle costumes pose for a picture ahead the Holy Week procession in Cabra, southern Spain, Sunday.
Dozens killed as gang attacks ravage western Haiti ahead of international force’s arrival
Dozens of people have been killed and thousands forced to flee their homes after armed gangs ravaged Haiti’s major agricultural region soon before the expected arrival of an international force aimed at combating attacks like these.
Trump threatens to destroy Iran’s desalination plants. Here’s what that could mean for the Mideast
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to target Iran’s energy infrastructure, including its desalination plants.
After a harrowing travel ordeal, Iraq faces Bolivia for a 2026 World Cup spot
MONTERREY, Mexico (AP) — Earlier this month, Iraq coach Graham Arnold was stranded in Fujairah, on the eastern coast of the United Arab Emirates, due to the Mideast war. He
Fully-loaded Kuwaiti tanker attacked by Iran near Dubai, oil spill feared
The Kuwait Petroleum Corp (KPC) reportedly flagged concerns of an “oil spill in the surrounding waters” following the Iranian attack on a tanker near Dubai. | World News
Trump ‘willing to end’ Iran war even if Strait of Hormuz remains closed
The move could extend Tehran’s firm grip over the crucial waterway and leave a complex operation to reopen it for a later stage. | World News
Seizing Kharg Island would risk US troops’ lives and may not end Iran war, experts say
President Donald Trump is threatening to deploy ground troops to seize critical oil infrastructure on Iran’s Kharg Island.
Trump says US ‘negotiating’ with Iran parliament speaker, Ghalibaf denies
Donald Trump claimed in a New York Post interview that the US would know “in a week” if Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf was willing to work with Washington. | World News
Trump shares video after Isfahan, Iran’s key nuclear facility, reports blasts
The US-Israel strikes allegedly hit a major ammunition depot in Isfahan, a key Iranian city with an estimated population of 2.3 million. | World News
Iran’s Strait of Hormuz grip is tighter than ever after a month of war
So far in March, barely six vessels per day on average have traversed the Strait of Hormuz connecting the Persian Gulf to the world, in either direction. | World News
Myanmar junta chief elected vice-president
Myanmar junta chief Min Aung Hlaing was elected a vice-president by the lower house on Tuesday, parliament officials said, with the coup leader edging closer to becoming the country’s civilian








