Local News from Wednesday, November 4th, 2026
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New UAE traffic rules set limits on driving hours, vehicle ownership
New traffic regulations in the UAE will introduce tighter rules on vehicle registration, electric scooter use and road safety from January 1, 2027.
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Six exceptional achievers honoured with Dubai-it Award
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister, has announced the Dubai-it Award for six winners across diverse sectors.
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Sharjah Ruler opens first phase of new road links with Dubai
Travel between Sharjah and Dubai is set to become smoother with the opening of the first phase of a major road development project designed to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed tours 12th edition of Gulfood Manufacturing
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, highlighted how the UAE builds resilient food supply chains to respond to global challenges.
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UAE unveils nol–Jaywan Cards for public transport riders
Starting November, the public will be able to use new nol cards linked to the UAE’s national card payment scheme - Jaywan - to pay for their taxis, Dubai Metro rides and parking.
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H.H. Sheikh Mohammed praises Fujairah entity for topping government ranking
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has praised Fujairah Traffic and Licensing Center for topping the government ranking with seven stars.
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UAE President praises ambassadors awarded Order of Zayed II, Order of Independence
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has received UAE ambassadors and officials who were recently awarded the First Class Order of Zayed II and the First Class Order of Independence.
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Etihad Airways resumes some operations to Saudi Arabia
Etihad Airways is set to resume flights between Abu Dhabi and Saudi Arabia's Jeddah, but cancelled more flights to Riyadh and Dammam.
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UAE postpones vehicle licensing limit for residentsThe UAE Ministry of Interior has postponed the introduction of a limit on the number of vehicles residents can license, pending a further review of the proposed regulations.
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UAE Government Annual Meetings key to reviewing national priorities
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has described the UAE Government Annual Meetings as an important opportunity to review national priorities, assess government performance and address key challenges.
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New pedestrian bridge links Dubai Mall Metro Station and Coca-Cola ArenaA new pedestrian bridge linking Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station with Coca-Cola Arena at City Walk is set to open on Tuesday, improving access to the area and helping manage crowds during major events.
