Thursday, March 5, 2026

UAE

Residents celebrate ‘unforgettable’ Eid Al Fitr in UAE

In the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, everyone requested to #StayHome this Eid Al Fitr, the day began with empty markets and streets. For UAE residents, it was an Eid without social gatherings and gift exchanges for the first time ever....

UAE: Maid dies after falling from fourth floor of a tower

Soon after the unfortunate event, the body of the deceased was sent to the forensic laboratory for autopsy. The Sharjah Police have started investigating into the death of a 31-year-old Ethiopian housemaid, who reportedly fell from the fourth floor of...

On the first day of Eid Al Fitr in Khor Fakkan, a new landmark was inaugurated in UAE

On Sunday morning, under the patronage of His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, Adviser to the Sharjah Department of Town Planning and Survey, Engineer Salah Bin Butti Al Muhairi,...

Coronavirus impact: Etihad has recorded Dh20.55 billion in losses since 2016

Aviation sector has suffered heavy losses around the world due to suspension of air travel. Etihad Airways has made redundancies across several units due to the economic impact of coronavirus on the airline and slump in air travel. "We are incredibly...

Man, fiancée get life term for selling hashish in Dubai

An undercover cop approached the man, who sold drugs worth Dh2,000 to him. The Federal Court has sentenced an Arab man and his fiancée to life in prison for possessing and selling drugs in Dubai. Another man who was helping...

#PrayForHumanity: Join day of prayer to end Covid-19, here’s how you can get involved

Those joining the day of prayer are also invited to share photos, videos and posts of solidarity and use the hashtag #PrayForHumanity. Royals, religious leaders, heads of states and citizens of all faiths from around the world will be coming...

Combating coronavirus: 1,030 outlets inspected in Dubai, 100% compliance

No outlet was shut down or issued a fine or warning during inspections. Dubai witnessed a 100 per cent compliance rate by commercial outlets during the daily inspections carried out on Wednesday. Dubai Economy inspected 1,030 outlets on Wednesday and found...

Combating coronavirus: Two Covid-19 tests for residents returning to UAE

There will be a mandatory coronavirus test upon arrival and a 14-day quarantine, and then another test before release from the quarantine. Dubai's flagship airline Emirates on Thursday said stringent restrictions will remain in place for residents coming to the...

Coronavirus: UAE announces 698 new Covid-19 cases, 407 recoveries, 2 deaths

More than 37,000 new Covid-19 tests have been carried out in the country. The UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention on Thursday announced 698 new cases of the Covid-19 coronavirus, as well as 407 new recoveries. More than 37,000 new Covid-19...

242 beggars arrested during Ramadan in Dubai

Among those arrested, 143 were men, 21 were women and 78 were hawkers, said the police. As many as 242 beggars of different nationalities have been nabbed by the Dubai Police since the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. Among...

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Big News from UAE: New Glass-Domed Mosque Opens in Sharjah

As the sun sets over Al Dhaid, the inside of newly opened Al Nasr Mosque begins to glow. Golden...

Dubai Gold Prices Fall Below Dh600/Gram, Drop Dh11 in 24 Hours

Gold prices dropped below Dh600 per gram in Dubai on Friday morning as the yellow metal slipped below $5,000, reaching close to a one-week...

Gold Prices Stable in Dubai Morning Trade – 24K Around Dh610

Gold Prices: At 9am UAE time, the 24K gold price was trading at Dh610.75 per gram, slightly up from last night’s close. Among the...

Dubai Metro New Fines Alert: Dh100 to Dh2,000 Penalties Announced

Dubai: If you’ve ever rushed onto the Dubai Metro only to realise you’re in the wrong cabin, you’re not alone. While it’s a common...

Indian woman missing in Dubai, last location Ajman Police HQ, son seeks help

Disturbing news has emerged from Dubai, where an Indian woman has been missing for the past few days. Her son, Shaivi Bhandkar, has appealed...