Sunday, June 8, 2025

UAE

UAE: Free bus rides announced for International Happiness Day

Here's some happy news for commuters in Ras Al Khaimah: Bus trips will be free today, March 20. Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) announced the free rides on city buses to mark International Happiness Day. Public bus transport within the emirate...

Ramadan 2024: Beautiful mosques to visit in the UAE

Explore the diverse mosaic of Islamic architecture and spirituality across the UAE with a journey through some of the region's most iconic mosques. Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Recognised as a marvel of architecture, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in...

UAE: Warning against unstable weather; heavy rains, thunderstorms forecast from Sunday

In an advisory on Tuesday night, the UAE's weather department forecasts an increase in cloud cover with the potential for light to moderate rainfall. There is a chance of heavier downpours with intervals of lightning and thunder, leading to...

UAE: Tungsten Launches Digital Asset Custodian Services in Abu Dhabi

The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) has granted Tungsten, the first regulated digital asset custodian located in the UAE, a license to operate out of the Abu Dhabi Global Market. Tungsten, the inaugural regulated custodian for digital assets established in...

UAE: Health insurance premiums to increase as new mandatory scheme announced

Health insurance premiums in the UAE are likely to go up following a surge in demand prompted by the introduction of a new mandatory scheme announced on March 18. Under this scheme, employers must provide insurance to their employees. Industry...

UAE: Can employees receive payment for working overtime hours during Ramadan in the UAE?

Question: Can I earn overtime by working more than the normal Ramadan working hours in a mainland company? How does that work? Answer: Pursuant to your query, the provisions of Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation...

UAE updates visa on arrival list for citizens of 87 countries

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has unveiled an updated visa exemption policy, granting citizens from 87 nations entry into the UAE without the need for a pre-entry visa. This initiative is aimed at streamlining travel for tourists and facilitating...

UAE: Can residents travel abroad if Emirates ID renewal is still under process?

Question: I have completed my residence visa renewal but Emirates ID renewal is under process. Will I be able to travel abroad? Answer: Pursuant to your query, as a UAE resident you may travel outside the UAE if you have...

UAE authorities shut down two meat shops and a supermarket

Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi authorities have closed down two meat shops and a supermarket for violating food safety laws. Authorities closed two butcher shops in Abu Dhabi Mushrif and a supermarket in Khalidiya. Imported meat was sold in butcher shops...

UAE has introduced its latest attraction Hanging Gardens in Kalba

The UAE has introduced its latest attraction, the Hanging Gardens in Kalba, featuring over 100,000 trees spread across 1.6 million square feet and standing at an impressive height of 281 meters above sea level. This breathtaking garden, situated on the...

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Pakistan govt begins cancelling passports of deportees

Over 7,800 Pakistanis were deported from 2019 to 2025 for different charges. Photo: Reuters Pakistan's government has initiated cancelling the...

Eid Al Adha 2025: Rains hit some parts of UAE as residents celebrate start of holiday

As residents of the UAE celebrate the beginning of the Eid holiday, they were greeted with a welcome break from the rising heat, as...

Eid Al Adha in Dubai: Salik to apply variable toll rates during holiday

Salik PJSC, Dubai’s toll operator, will implement variable road toll pricing on all four days of the Eid El Adha holiday, including Sunday (June...

Dubai to reserve 4 public beaches for families during Eid Al Adha holidays

Four Dubai public beaches will be designated exclusively for families during the Eid Al Adha holiday. The beaches include Jumeirah 2, Jumeirah 3, Umm...

Dubai RTA’s online booking system eases vehicle testing

For Syed Azeez, yearly vehicle testing was one of those chores he kept putting off, until it became urgent. His car’s registration had already...