Saturday, November 14, 2026

Dubai

Why women pay Dh6,000 for this 125-km desert trek in UAE

60 women to embark on 125-km trek from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain from Friday Dubai: As many as 60 women from 24 nationalities are set to embark on a gruelling five-day trek from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain this...

Dubai warns pharmacies against increasing face mask prices

Consumers should immediately file complaint to Dubai Economy in case of any price hike ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Coronavirus: Countries evaluate evacuation of citizens in virus epicenter China rushes to build 1,000-bed coronavirus hospital Coronavirus update: UAE doctors well equipped...

Authorities warn against spreading rumours about coronavirus in UAE

Dubai Police clarify about training video being used by people to spread virus rumours ALSO IN THIS PACKAGE Coronavirus: China orders 'unprecedented' lockdown of cities at virus epicentre Coronavirus: How to protect yourself, others Hundreds infected, 6 killed: Human transmission...

Coronavirus: DED warns pharmacies against hiking prices of face masks

Residents told to file complaints if prices are increased. The Department of Economy in Dubai (DED) has called on all pharmacies and retail outlets not to increase the price of face masks and nose covers. The department said it is illegal...

Coronavirus in UAE: Debunking the rumours

Don't fall for rumours floating around on social media. The first cases of coronavirus were reported in the UAE on Wednesday, when a family of four was tested positive for the infection. The family is now stable. However, the news...

Coronavirus cases announced in UAE: This not a drill

The fears have, unfortunately, come true. The country's ports were on full alert even before cases were detected. 'Are the rumours true, Albus?' Professor McGonagall asked that of Professor Dumbledore in the opening scene of 'Harry Potter and the Philosopher's...

Advisory: Nuclear plant test in Abu Dhabi today

The test will run for 30 seconds to test the performance of the sirens. Abu Dhabi issued an advisory for residents on Tuesday regarding a 'strong noise' alert on Wednesday. In a brief statement issued today, the Abu Dhabi Media Office...

Suqia awards $1 million for global water crisis solution in Dubai

The award honours people, entities who have dedicated their efforts to address water scarcity. At the second edition of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award on Wednesday, 10 winners from eight countries shared the prize money of...

Coronavirus in UAE: New case in Dubai? Ministry responds

The four people in UAE who were confirmed to have been infected yesterday are in quarantine. A senior official with the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP) has confirmed that a viral video purportedly showing another case of the...

Ethiopian runners dominate at Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon 2020

Ethiopia's Olika Adugna Bikila and Worknesh Degefa win the titles. Ethiopian runners dominate in both men's and women's competition at the Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon 2020, one of Dubai's landmark events. Ethiopia's Olika Adugna Bikila clocked 2:06:15 to win the men's...

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Fujairah Road Collisions Kill 14, Injure 30 on Sheikh Khalifa Road

A pair of collisions on Sheikh Khalifa Road in Fujairah claimed 14 lives and left 30 people wounded. Victims included nationals from the UAE, India, Oman, Egypt, Jordan, Pakistan and Brazil.

U.S. Nationwide Flight Halt Ordered After Air Traffic Communication Glitch

The Federal Aviation Administration halted all departures across the United States on Friday because of a system‑wide communication problem affecting air‑traffic control towers. The move comes as the agency seeks billions in funding to upgrade the nation’s air‑traffic infrastructure.