Starting today, motorists have been warned against using the rightmost lane on Abu Dhabi's King Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Street.
In an announcement made on social media, the Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Patrols Directorate explained that the lane, in both directions, will be exclusively reserved for emergency vehicles, public transport buses and taxis.
Motorists who violate the rule will be fined AED 400, authorities added.
One dead, four injured in Habshan gas facility incident
In an update on a previously reported incident at Habshan gas facilities, Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed one person has died and four others sustained minor injuries.
UAE approves new oral obesity treatment
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve Foundayo (orforglipron), a new oral treatment for chronic weight management.
Dubai to roll out EV superchargers across parks, beaches
Dubai Municipality has announced a major initiative to expand electric vehicle infrastructure across the city, with plans to install EV supercharging stations in 600 parking spaces at public parks, beaches and recreational areas.
Twelve injured by falling debris in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area
Authorities confirmed on Friday that an incident reported earlier in Abu Dhabi's Ajban area resulted in injuries to 12 members of the public, ranging from minor to major.
EGA says Al Taweelah output could take a year to recover
Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) said on Friday full restoration of primary aluminium production at its Al Taweelah site could take up to 12 months, following damage caused by recent missile and drone attacks.
40 million take part in Arab Reading Challenge, says H.H. Sheikh Mohammed
More than 40 million students from 60 countries have taken part in the latest edition of the Arab Reading Challenge, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said on Friday.
UAE intercepts 22 missiles and 47 drones on Friday
UAE air defences successfully intercepted 18 ballistic missiles, 4 cruise missiles and 47 drones launched from Iran on Friday, the Ministry of Defence said.
Fire breaks out at Abu Dhabi gas facility due to fallen debris
Abu Dhabi authorities are responding to a fire that broke out at Habshan gas facilities on Friday due to fallen debris from a successful interception, with the facility suspending its operations.
Dubai Police warns against dangerous driving habits
Dubai Police have warned motorists against reckless driving behaviour that poses a threat to road users, stressing such actions can lead to severe traffic accidents with serious consequences.
UAE air forces respond to new wave of missile, drone threats on Friday
The UAE's Ministry of Defence has announced on Friday that its air defence systems are responding to a new wave of missile and drone threats from Iran.
Dubai rejects claims of Iranian attack on data centre
Authorities in Dubai have denied reports that Iran carried out a strike on an Oracle data centre in the emirate.
Dubai churches, temples announce temporary closure until further notice
Several churches and temples located in Dubai have announced their temporary closure and suspension of in-person services starting April 3 until further notice.
UAE supports Bahrain resolution on Strait of Hormuz
The UAE, alongside the GCC and Jordan, has announced its support for Bahrain's resolution to the United Nations' Security Council that affirms the need for the Strait of Hormuz to be opened for all transit passage without any state control.
Some UK education boards cancel IGCSE, A-level exams for UAE
Some UK education boards have announced cancellation of IGCSE and International A Level exams in the UAE that were scheduled to be held in May and June.
UAE expresses solidarity with Pakistan and Afghanistan over devastating floods
The UAE has expressed solidarity with Pakistan and Afghanistan after torrential rain triggered devastating floods and landslides in the region, killing and wounding a number of people.
UAE President and King of Jordan discuss regional developments
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has discussed the serious implications of military escalation in the region during a call with King of Jordan Abdullah II bin Al Hussein.
UAE intercepts 19 ballistic missiles and 26 drones on Thursday
UAE air defences have successfully intercepted 19 ballistic missiles and 26 drones launched from Iran on Thursday, the Ministry of Defence said.
UAE, seven other nations strongly condemn Israel's death penalty law
Foreign Ministers from the UAE, Turkey, Egypt, Jordan, Indonesia, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Qatar have strongly condemned the Israeli parliament's enactment of a law that allows the imposition of the death penalty against Palestinians.
Minor damage reported after missile interception in Abu Dhabi
Authorities have responded to an incident in the vicinity of Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) that occurred due to a successful missile interception.
UAE emphasises maritime navigation security at IMO session
The UAE has stressed the importance of strengthening maritime navigation security during its participation at the 50th session of the Facilitation Committee of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
In an update on a previously reported incident at Habshan gas facilities, Abu Dhabi authorities have confirmed one person has died and four others sustained minor injuries.
The UAE has become the second country in the world to approve Foundayo (orforglipron), a new oral treatment for chronic weight management.
Dubai Municipality has announced a major initiative to expand electric vehicle infrastructure across the city, with plans to install EV supercharging stations in 600 parking spaces at public parks, beaches and recreational areas.
