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Dubai: RTA announces extended Metro timings on November 24

The Dubai Metro Red Line and Green Line will operate from 3.00am to 12am on Sunday, November 24, 2024, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced on Friday. This extended timing is to accommodate individuals who will join the Dubai...

Eid Al Etihad: UAE private sector holidays announced

The Federal Authority for Government Human Resources announced that the 53rd UAE National Day holiday for employees of ministries and federal entities will be on Monday and Tuesday, December 2-3, 2024, and official work will resume on Wednesday, December...

Dubai’s new ‘islands’ out to create another offplan property wave

Dubai: It’s not just offplan property launches that are booming in Dubai – there are ‘islands’ too. Coming off the project pipeline is ‘Damac Islands’, located in Dubailand and with clusters such as Dubai Investments Park and Sports City just...

UAE clarifies eligibility of applicants for extended visa amnesty

Abu Dhabi: The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security has confirmed that individuals violating residency and visa regulations after September 1 will not be included in the grace period for exemption from fines for violators of...

UAE’s National Day celebrations to be called Eid Al Etihad

The official name for the UAE National Day celebrations is 'Eid Al Etihad', its organising committee announced on Tuesday. The name emphasises the theme of 'union' (Etihad) and celebrates the unification of the Emirates on December 2, 1971. The theme...

UAE: Students who have not cleared EmSAT can reapply to universities

After UAE authorities announced the cancellation of EmSAT entrance exam in early November, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research allowed universities to set admission policies, minimum guidelines, and programmes to assist students. In return, it has established evaluation...

No luggage queues at Dubai’s new airport

Dubai: Passengers arriving at Dubai World Central’s new terminal won’t have to wait for their bags - instead, the luggage will be ready at the terminal upon arrival. Or even delivered directly to passengers' homes or hotels, says the...

UAE’s new free zone offers licence in 15 minutes, visa in 48 hours

The Ajman NuVentures Centre Free Zone (ANCFZ), the latest free zone established in the UAE, has attracted more than 450 companies in less than two months, a senior official said. “We are two months old and have done very well...

UAE passport tops the list of the least expensive in the world

Passport solution Emirati Among the least expensive passports in the world at around AED 65 (around US$17.70), it offers UAE citizens visa-free travel to 179 countries. A graphic from Visual Capitalist shows Visual Capitalist The 10 least expensive passports...

UAE: New Golden Visa scheme announced for teachers, school leaders in RAK

A new Golden Visa programme has been announced for private school educators in Ras Al Khaimah. According to the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Knowledge (RAK DOK), the scheme grants self-sponsored long-term residency to professionals who meet eligibility requirements. The...

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LIV Golf CEO Scott O’Neil says season will continue ‘full throttle’ amid reports of Saudi Arabia cutting financial backing – Sky Sports

The LIV Golf season is set to continue. No ifs or buts. Despite reports of Saudi Arabia cutting financial backing, the CEO of LIV...

Abu Dhabi Schools Offer In-Person and Remote Learning

Abu Dhabi schools are giving parents a choice between in-person and remote learning. This option is now available for parents to decide what is best for their children.

UAE Back to School: Bus Operations Suspended

The UAE has suspended all bus operations, affecting the back to school season. This decision may impact students and parents who rely on bus services for transportation.

LIV Golf Update: Season to Continue

LIV Golf's 2026 season will be completed, according to the CEO. The statement comes amid speculation over Saudi Arabia funding.