The UAE has confirmed 2,112 new cases of COVID-19 from 249,014 tests.
Another 2,191 people have been given the all-clear, taking the overall recovery tally to 463,032.
Meanwhile, three more patients have died, bringing the total number of fatalities to 1,523.
A total of 478,131 cases have been diagnosed in the UAE so far, out of which 13,576 are currently active.
UAE fuel prices drop for January
Motorists in the UAE will be paying less for fuel in January, 2026, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
Dubai NYE: Road closures, traffic plan announced
Dubai authorities say they are fully prepared to deliver a safe, world-class New Year’s Eve celebration across the emirate.
62-minute fireworks, 6,500 drones to light up Sheikh Zayed Festival
Sheikh Zayed Festival is gearing up to host one of the biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations in the UAE and the wider region, taking place at Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba.
RTA lists main firework displays for New Year's Eve
The RTA has listed the five main locations for firework displays during New Year's Eve.
Dubai confirms free parking on New Year’s Day
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has confirmed that public parking zones will be free of charge during the New Year holiday on Thursday, January 1, except at multi-storey facilities and Al Khail Gate N-365.
Dubai Police review final preparations for New Year’s Eve celebrations
Dubai Police have reviewed final security and organisational preparations for the 2026 New Year’s Eve celebrations.
UAE denies involvement in Yemeni tensions
The UAE has expressed its concern regarding the statement released by Saudi Arabia, categorically rejecting any attempt to implicate the country in tensions among Yemeni parties
UAE announces removal of remaining forces in Yemen
The UAE's Ministry of Defence has announced the termination of the remaining counterterrorism personnel in Yemen of its own volition, in a manner that ensures the safety of its personnel and in coordination with the concerned partners following the ongoing developments in Yemen.
Sheikh Abdullah holds bilateral talks with US Secretary of State
His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has held bilateral talks with Marco Rubio, United States Secretary of State, during a phone call on Tuesday.
RTA activates e-scooter riding permit application service on all platforms
Motorists can now apply for the e-scooter riding permit across all RTA's official channels, following its earlier availability exclusively through its website.
1 Billion Followers Summit labeled as 'largest gathering for content creators'
Saeed Al Eter, Deputy Minister of Cabinet Affairs for Strategic Projects and Chairman of the UAE Government Media Office, has affirmed that the 1 Billion Followers Summit has, in four years, evolved into "the world's largest gathering for content creators," the event kicking off on January 9.
UAE issues decree-law on higher education and scientific research
The UAE Government has issued a federal decree-law on higher education and scientific research, aimed at establishing a comprehensive federal legislative framework.
UAE forecasts unsettled weather until January 3
The UAE’s weather authority has forecast unsettled weather conditions starting Tuesday, December 30, until Saturday, January 3, with expected dusty conditions and a chance of rainfall across the country.
UAE condemns attempt to target residence of Russian President
The UAE has strongly condemned the attempt to target the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday.
UAE issues landmark law on national educational curriculum
The UAE government has issued a landmark Federal Decree Law to govern the national educational curriculum.
UAE condemns stabbing attack in Suriname
The UAE has condemned the criminal stabbing attack on the outskirts of Paramaribo, the capital of Suriname, that killed at least 9 people and injured others.
UAE, Ecuador confirm arrest of Interpol-listed fugitive
UAE authorities have arrested an Ecuadorian national wanted by Interpol, following a request from Ecuador.
Dubai RTA number plate auction breaks record with AED109m in sales
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has set a new record after its latest distinctive vehicle number plate auction generated more than AED109 million in revenue, the highest total since the auctions were introduced.
Abu Dhabi leads world in gene therapy to treat spinal muscular atrophy
Abu Dhabi has become the first in the world to deliver Itvisma, a one-time gene therapy specifically designed to target the underlying genetic cause of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) in patients aged two years and above.
UAE pledges $8 million grant for refugees in East Africa
The UAE International Aid Agency has signed a cooperation agreement with the Norwegian Refugee Council to provide assistance to refugees in East Africa, contributing with a grant of $8 million.
Motorists in the UAE will be paying less for fuel in January, 2026, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Wednesday.
Dubai authorities say they are fully prepared to deliver a safe, world-class New Year’s Eve celebration across the emirate.
Sheikh Zayed Festival is gearing up to host one of the biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations in the UAE and the wider region, taking place at Abu Dhabi's Al Wathba.
