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UAE hit by heavy rain, thunder and lightning, showers to continue until Friday
Heavy rain swept across the UAE on Monday, bringing with it flashes of lightning, claps of thunder, and a significant drop in temperatures. This weather pattern was attributed to...
- 3 hours ago
Emaar Properties contributes Dhs100 million in support of Edge of Life campaign
Emaar Properties announced a contribution of Dhs100 million in support of the Edge of Life campaign to rescue five million children from hunger, launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed...
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Trump postpones Iran power plant strikes after 'very good' peace talks
US President Donald Trump said Monday that he had ordered a halt to his threatened strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure after 'very good and productive talks' with Tehran, and...
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New Saudi–Sharjah route speeds up shipping, strengthens supply chains
The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has announced the launch of a new trade corridor from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to the Emirate of Sharjah, in partnership with Gulftainer....
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Sharjah waives public parking fees amid unstable weather
Sharjah City Municipality announced that users of public parking spaces would be exempt from fees for the day due to the unstable weather conditions in a step aimed at...
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Abu Dhabi sees heavy rain accompanied by lightning, thunder, and a drop in temperature
Mohammed Abu Al Samen, Staff Reporter Abu Dhabi, the capital city, has been witnessing heavy rainfall since early morning, impacting numerous areas and suburbs. The downpour has been accompanied...
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Sharjah reopens Al Dhaid's Al Azwa Street in both directions after brief closure due to unstable weather
Sharjah Police General Command announced the reopening of Al Azwa (Suhaila) Street in Al Dhaid City for traffic in both directions, following its temporary closure caused by heavy rainfall...
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Parks and fitness centres to remain closed until weather stabilizes
Sharjah City Municipality on Monday announced the closure of all the city’s parks and affiliated medical fitness centres would be closed until the current weather conditions stabilized. Any updates...
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Abu Dhabi Police urge delivery motorcycle drivers to avoid driving in unstable weather conditions
The Abu Dhabi Police Traffic and Security Patrols Directorate has called on delivery motorcycle riders to avoid operating during adverse weather conditions. This advisory aligns with the Directorate’s ongoing...
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Pakistani expats in UAE celebrate 86th National Day with zeal and fervour
In a solemnly manner, Pakistan community members residing in the UAE have celebrated the country’s 86th National Day with national zeal and fervour. In this regard, the embassy of...
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Sounds caused by weather fluctuations, says weather body
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) has explained that the ongoing weather conditions in the country, including sounds like thunder, are typical and to be expected...
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UAE President offers condolences to Emir of Qatar over helicopter crew martyrs
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a message of condolences to His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al Thani, Emir of the State of...
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Pakistan bans use of high-octane fuel in govt vehicles
Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif on Monday imposed a complete ban on the use of high-octane fuel in government vehicles, shortly after the announcement of a Rs200 increase in the...
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Two pilots dead after passenger jet crashes into fire truck at LaGuardia Airport in New York
An Air Canada Express jet collided with a fire truck while landing at New York's LaGuardia airport late on Sunday, killing both pilots, injuring dozens and closing the facility,...
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Al Dhafra parks attract large crowds with festive family entertainment during Eid holiday
Parks across the Al Dhafra region in Abu Dhabi are drawaing significant numbers of families and visitors during the Eid Al Fitr holiday, offering a diverse programme of entertainment...
22 Mar 2026