Sultan Al Neyadi photographs Dubai from ISS
Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi has sent back to Earth a stunning photograph of Dubai's coastline taken from the International Space Station. The photo clearly shows the reclaimed islands - The
Ghadir Hamoud Al Kaabi rescues 24 people from the fire
A Dubai resident, a First Corporal named Ghadir Hamoud Al Kaabi, rescued 24 people from the burning house. He was an accidental witness to the fire: the flames were spreading
Smart Police Stations in Dubai
Dubai Police has reported the performance of 22 Smart Police Stations for the first half of 2023. During this period, more than 65 thousand enquiries were received online and processed.
Dubai Police train prisoners in culinary skills
Dubai Police has launched an initiative to train prisoners in new professional skills. Inmates will be able to learn the art of cooking and the basics of working in restaurants.
Emirates launches business jet flights
Emirates Airline is launching on-demand business jet flights - the aircraft will operate short flights to neighbouring Gulf countries. The flights will depart from Dubai Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC). The
Incredible meteor shower to take place over the UAE
In August 2023, residents and visitors to the UAE will be able to enjoy the most beautiful celestial phenomenon - the Perseid meteor shower. The annual stargazing event is known
Air in Dubai and Abu Dhabi labelled ‘dangerous’
The air quality in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week has been described by forecasters as dangerous due to increased winds kicking up dust storms. The hottest day of the week
Sheikh Zayed Festival opening date announced in Abu Dhabi
The iconic Sheikh Zayed Festival will kick off in Abu Dhabi on 17 November 2023. The organising committee said the celebration will run until March 9, 2024. As per tradition,
Dubai’s population exceeds 3.6 million
Over the past six months, Dubai's population has grown by more than 50,000 people. According to the local statistics centre, Dubai now has 3.6 million inhabitants, an all-time record. Since 2021,
Zayed National Museum to be opened in Abu Dhabi
Construction of a new cultural attraction, the Zayed National Museum, is well underway in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. The new museum will join the collection of cultural