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.
UAE and allies urge unrestricted aid flow into Gaza
The Foreign Ministers of the UAE, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
UAE expresses support for Switzerland following ski resort fire
The UAE has expressed full solidarity with Switzerland following a tragic fire in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, which left several people dead and many others injured.
Dubai Police fines driver AED10,000 after dangerous stunts go viral
Dubai Police have seized a super car and fined its driver AED10,000 after videos of his dangerous stunts across various locations in the city went viral on social media.
UAE sets new Friday timings for government schools
The UAE has announced revised timings for government schools on Fridays, effective from January 9.
UAE honours Lebanese professor with 'Great Arab Minds' award
Lebanese Professor of Arabic Literature, Charbel Dagher, has been conferred with the UAE's Great Arab Minds award in the Literature and Arts category for the year 2025.
UAE's Gaza field hospital treats more than 52,000 patients
The UAE field hospital in the Gaza Strip has treated more than 52,000 people since its launch in December 2023.
UAE President announces launch of citizen-led authority
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has announced the launch of an authority that will be led exclusively by citizens to shape the nation's future.
UAE lowers age of maturity to 18 years in new decree law
The UAE has lowered the age of majority from 21 years to 18 years under a new law regarding civil transactions.
Dubai public transport use surges during New Year celebrations
More than 2.8 million passengers used public transport and mobility services during the city’s New Year’s Eve 2026 celebrations, marking a 13 per cent increase on the previous year, Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has said.
Sheikh Mohammed and Sheikh Mansour review development priorities
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Presidential Court, held a meeting in Dubai.
Ras Al Khaimah rings in New Year with record-breaking show
Ras Al Khaimah ushered in the new year with a new Guinness World Record title for the largest aerial display of a phoenix, a mythical symbol of renewal and rebirth, created using 2,300 drones.
Emirates flight returns to London shortly after take-off due to 'technical fault'
An Emirates flight from London to Dubai was forced to return to Heathrow airport "shortly after take-off due to a technical fault".
UAE dazzles world as 2026 begins with spectacular displays
The UAE welcomed the start of 2026 with large-scale fireworks and light shows across the country, drawing crowds of residents and visitors to major landmarks and public spaces.
UAE President shares New Year message of unity and progress
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a New Year message, extending his best wishes to people in the UAE and around the world.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed sends New Year message of optimism
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a New Year message expressing optimism for the year ahead.
UAE President, VPs send New Year greetings to world leaders
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent New Year greetings for 2026 to Their Highnesses and Majesties, Presidents, Kings and Princes of countries around the world, wishing them continued health and prosperity for their nations.
UAE aid ship for Gaza reaches Egypt
A UAE humanitarian ship carrying more than 7,300 tonnes of aid for Gaza has arrived at Al Arish Port in Egypt, as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3, officials said on Wednesday.
UAE raises private-sector minimum wage for Emiratis to AED6,000
The UAE has announced an increase in the minimum wage for Emiratis working in the private sector, raising it to AED6,000 per month from January 1.
Dubai fully prepared for massive New Year’s Eve celebrations
Dubai is gearing up to welcome 2026 with one of its biggest New Year celebrations yet. Fireworks will take place at 40 locations across the emirate, with 48 separate displays lighting up the skyline.
UAE fuel prices to drop in January
Motorists in the UAE will be paying less for fuel in January, 2026, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
The Foreign Ministers of the UAE, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Egypt have issued a joint statement expressing deep concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza.
The UAE has expressed full solidarity with Switzerland following a tragic fire in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, which left several people dead and many others injured.
Dubai Police have seized a super car and fined its driver AED10,000 after videos of his dangerous stunts across various locations in the city went viral on social media.
