Local News from Sunday, August 31st, 2025
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UAE expresses condolences with Egypt over victims of train accident
The UAE, on Sunday, expressed its solidarity with Egypt following a train derailment in Matrouh Governorate, which resulted in the deaths and injuries of a number of people.
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ADIHEX serves as 'a bridge between past and future' says H.H. Sheikh Hamdan
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, on Saturday visited the Abu Dhabi International Hunting & Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX) being held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) until September 7.
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UAE Petrol prices up slightly, diesel falls in September
The UAE's petrol prices will see a marginal increase in September, with one fils added to the cost of a litre, while diesel will fall 12 fils a litre from Monday.
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Dubai's RTA reopens revamped Customer Happiness Centres
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has reopened its Customer Happiness Centres in Umm Ramool and Al Barsha following comprehensive redevelopment to transform them into hybrid centres.
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Dubai Police foil gang’s bid to smuggle AED4.5million worth of drugs
Dubai Police have arrested a gang of three who attempted to smuggle 89,760 Captagon pills, weighing 18.931 kg and estimated to be worth AED4.488 million, hidden inside clothing buttons.
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UAE condemns Israeli targeting of UN peacekeeping forces in LebanonThe UAE has strongly condemned the Israeli military’s grenade attacks near the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) positions in Lebanon.
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Dubai confirms free parking this FridayPublic parking zones in Dubai, excluding multi-level terminals and Al Khail Gate parking (N.365), will be free of charge on Friday, September 5 — the public holiday to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammed (PBUH).
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UAE, Saudi leaders discuss strategic ties and regional stabilityThe UAE and Saudi Arabia have reaffirmed their strong bilateral ties during high-level talks in Riyadh on Wednesday.
