Category: City Buzz

The United States is rushing to move some diplomats and their family members from posts in the Middle East as the threat of regional escalation looms, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter.

Israel’s military says it killed two gunmen who fatally shot two Israeli soldiers near Hebron in the West Bank on Friday. The army claims it prevented a “terror attack” on

People sit under an umbrella on a bench along the Bosphorus waterfront near the Ortakoy Mosque as the Bosphorus Bridge is illuminated to mark the 70th anniversary of the 1956

Trump at South Florida rally revives the idea of military intervention in Cuba after Iran

Google.org backs INJAZ Al-Arab with $2.4M to expand Abtal Al Internet child online safety training across MENA, alongside a Dubai Pop-Up showcasing digital literacy and YouTube parental controls for families

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Apple’s iPhone Duo launches in Dubai as UAE stores deliver pre-orders, with early queues at Dubai Mall, strong demand for the 256GB model, UAE pricing details, and a collector showcasing every iPhone ever made

Headmaster at newest branch of prestigious UK-based institution pledges to bring Harrow’s culture and ethos to the capital

Experts explain why medical evacuations require ICU-level care from start to finish

UAE delivers over 850 million polio vaccine doses in Pakistan since 2014, showcasing its commitment to global health and eradicating the disease.

Abu Dhabi warns farm tenants of fines and repossession for violating rules on land use, waste disposal, and livestock management.

Mentorship, clearer career pathways and sustained workplace support can help more women progress from technical and production roles into positions where they…

Bahrain welcomes UAE mediation securing new Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange of 540 detainees, praising efforts that freed 8,537 prisoners through 27 initiatives and supporting dialogue to end the war

The authority said that specialised teams in the emirate are taking necessary actions to ensure the safety of the beaches and prevent marine pollution from reaching the beach.

Dubai Police arrest six-person gang after UAE woman reports missing money as fraudsters used a fake website to steal bank card data, move funds to digital wallets and resell details to others

UAE Rulers, Crown Princes and Deputy Rulers send condolences to Saudi King Salman after two National Guard officers were martyred in a reconnaissance helicopter crash in Najran region

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The Republic of the Congo listed US$1.55 billion of bonds on Nasdaq Dubai on Monday, 19 October, which the exchange calls an African first.

Ahmed Ali Al Sayegh, Minister of Health and Prevention, affirmed that, under the guidance of its wise leadership, the UAE has established a humanitarian…

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From internships to new friendships, see how Abu Dhabi transformed a young man’s journey to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor.

The spill was causing the strong fuel smell reported by residents in Dubai and the northern emirates

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Dubai CommerCity, a free zone dedicated to e-commerce in the Mena region and a joint venture between Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl…

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National Ambulance wins employer of the year at GCC HR summit 2026, showcasing excellence in workplace culture and human capital development.

Storm Austen cut power to nearly 300,000 French homes ‌and disrupted train and plane services with heavy winds and rain ​on Friday, ⁠while also knocking…

First lady Melania Trump has brokered an upcoming ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the war-ravaged Ukrainian city of Oleshky to allow for humanitarian…

The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the terrorist shooting incident at Hamoud church in Karak Governorate in Jordan, which resulted in a number of…

Dubai Police launched an awareness campaign across police station jurisdictions in the emirate to promote pedestrian safety, encourage responsible road…

France will deploy some 70,000 police nationwide as it braces for new protests this weekend after some of the worst urban violence in years erupted on the…

ABU DHABI: Abu Dhabi Family, Civil, and Administrative Cases Court ordered a company to pay Dhs25,000 to a man in compensation for the injuries his 6-year-old…

DUBAI: Emirates Airlines extended the suspension of its flights to 3 cities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, according to the flight schedules published on the…

The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the…

UAE braces for five days of rain, fog, and strong winds with temperatures dropping and convective clouds forming in eastern and western areas.

Watch Sharjah Police’s CCTV footage of a sedan collision due to an unauthorised U-turn, highlighting the dangers of ignoring lane discipline.

Learn how ADHD manifests differently across ages and why early recognition is key for effective support in the UAE.

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Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed wraps up his visit to Greece, highlighting strong ties and mutual respect between Abu Dhabi and the Hellenic Republic.

Dubai Police unite 1,300 workers for a safety drive, blending cybersecurity education, road safety awareness, sports, and entertainment to strengthen community ties.

Dubai Police warn pedestrians of Dh400 fine for unsafe road crossing, urging road users to follow traffic rules and use designated crossings for safety.

Palermo, the capital of Sicily, and other cities in southern Italy were rocked by a series of earthquakes in the Tyrrhenian Sea Friday, including a magnitude 5.7 quake, according to USGS.

Drones hit three Yandex facilities, a Sber centre and a VKontakte server farm across five Russian regions, causing persistent failures in payments, navigation and cloud services. Experts say restoring the infrastructure could take months or years.

Survivors say two masked men began shooting as dozens attended a funeral procession.

An excerpt from an upcoming book claims Kushner had access to alleged Middle Eastern “slush” funds when he served as a senior White House adviser during the first Trump administration. Kushner and his legal team deny the accusations.

Switzerland says patient is wife of Swiss diplomat and believed to have contracted virus while travelling in Uganda

This GOES-19 GeoColor satellite image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and taken on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, shows Hurricane Vance in the Pacific. (NOAA via AP)

Abel Atif Bazaari speaks to journalists about threats to the olive harvest in the occupied West Bank on Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, outside Burqa village. (AP Photo/Cara Anna)