Swerving is the biggest cause of road accidents in Dubai. Reports suggest sudden lane changing accounted or 461 major accidents on the emirate’s roads during the first nine months of the year. It also caused 24 out of 122 total road deaths from January to September. Driving under the influence and speeding came in second and third, resulting in 430 and 54 crashes respectively.
Dubai authorities bust drug smuggling network, seize 200kg of pills
Dubai Customs and Dubai Police have foiled an attempt to smuggle and distribute nearly 279,000 Pregabalin pills, a controlled substance, weighing around 200 kg.
UAE President restructures International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree restructuring the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council.
Dubai approves AED18 billion development package, including 15km elevated road
A strategic corridor parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road, featuring a 15 km-long elevated carriageway with three lanes in each direction, is among key projects approved by Dubai’s Executive Council, alongside AED 18 billion worth of broader development initiatives.
Sheikh Mansour launches Companies for Good strategy to boost impact economy
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister, has launched the Companies for Good 2031 Strategy to "strengthen the UAE's position as a leading global model in community sustainability and philanthropy".
UAE, Syrian Presidents discuss bilateral ties and regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has held a phone call with his Syrian counterpart Ahmed Al Sharaa to discuss ways to strengthening bilateral relations.
UAE rolls out 'Accident-Free Summer' road safety drive
The UAE Ministry of Interior, through the Federal Traffic Council, has launched its third traffic safety campaign of 2026, under the slogan 'Accident-Free Summer'.
UAE and Chad Presidents discuss strengthening cooperation
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Chad's leader Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno have discussed ways to strengthen partnership across a range of key sectors, including economy, trade, development and renewable energy.
DXB braces for three million travellers as summer getaway begins
Dubai International Airport (DXB) is preparing for one of its busiest periods of the year, with around three million passengers expected to pass through its terminals during the first half of July.
UAE makes rail history as first passenger train arrives in Abu Dhabi
The UAE has made history as the first passenger train from Fujairah arrived in Abu Dhabi's Mohamed bin Zayed City Station at 7:15 am on Tuesday.
Dubai strengthens focus on future-ready education
Dubai is moving ahead with new education initiatives aimed at strengthening learning outcomes, improving student wellbeing and equipping learners with future-ready skills.
Dubai rolls out traffic upgrades at 28 locations
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is rolling out a series of traffic improvement projects across 28 locations between July and September.
UAE fuel prices to drop in July
Motorists will pay less at the pump in July, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Tuesday.
UAE continues to send aid to Gaza under 'Operation Chivalrous Knight 3'
A United Arab Emirates humanitarian aid convoy carrying food supplies and infant formula has arrived in the Gaza Strip under Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
UAE lifts Lebanon travel ban for citizens
Starting June 29, UAE nationals can resume travel to Lebanon, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) announced, lifting earlier restrictions.
UAE strongly condemns Israeli attacks on Syria
The UAE has strongly condemned the Israeli attacks on Quneitra and Daraa in Syria.
Jumeirah Beach 2 awarded historic Gold Accessibility Certification
Jumeirah Beach 2 has become Dubai's first beach to be awarded a Gold Accessibility Certification from the World Disability Union.
Dubai's RTA smart mini-bus service hits 193,000 users
Dubai's app-based shared minibus service, operated by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has served over 193,000 users since its launch in December 2024.
Reckless driver jailed and fined AED70,000 in Abu Dhabi
A motorist has been jailed for six months after the Abu Dhabi Criminal Court found him guilty of reckless driving that endangered his own life and the lives of other road users.
UAE offers condolences following Saudi helicopter crash
The UAE has expressed its solidarity with Saudi Arabia and the victims of the crash of a helicopter on Sunday belonging to Saudi Aramco in the Ras Tanura region, which resulted in the death of all its passengers.
UAE stands in solidarity with Qatar over maritime incident
The UAE has expressed solidarity with Qatar after a shrapnel from a military operation in the region left one dead and another injured.
Dubai Customs and Dubai Police have foiled an attempt to smuggle and distribute nearly 279,000 Pregabalin pills, a controlled substance, weighing around 200 kg.
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a federal decree restructuring the International Humanitarian and Philanthropic Council.
A strategic corridor parallel to Sheikh Zayed Road, featuring a 15 km-long elevated carriageway with three lanes in each direction, is among key projects approved by Dubai’s Executive Council, alongside AED 18 billion worth of broader development initiatives.
