- 2 hours ago
Houthi attack in southern Saudi Arabia wounds 13
A series of attacks carried out by Yemen's Houthis using ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia, the Riyadh-led military coalition against the pro-Iranian rebels...
- 18 hours ago
Sheikh Mohammed visits Arabian Travel Market, says Dubai welcomed 7m tourists in first 8 months of 2026
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, during his visit to the Arabian Travel Market 2026...
- 14 hours ago
UAE holds military funeral for two servicemen martyred in training mission
A military funeral was held at Zayed Military Hospital on Monday for Major Abdullah Shams Al Menhaly and Warrant Officer Saeed Abdullah Al Shamsi, who were martyred while carrying...
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31 Aug 2026 -
VP hails UAE’s position as travel and tourism hub
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Monday visited the 33rd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), being held...
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UAE passport ranks first globally with 182 destinations in facilitated-access categories
The current September report places the UAE passport ranking at No. 1 globally in 2026, with a Mobility Score of 182 and worldwide access of 91.9%. The score means...
18 hours ago -
Dubai to issue International Driving Permit to holders of UAE driving licence at airport in five minutes
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) in Dubai has introduced a new service aimed at enhancing quality of life by meeting customer needs through proactive government...
18 hours ago -
Syrian President Ahmed Al Sharaa to be the keynote speaker at Arab Media Forum
The organising committee of the Arab Media Summit, which is going to be held during Sept.15 to Sept.17, 2026, at the Dubai World Trade Centre under the patronage of...
14 hours ago -
Emirates signs seven new deals with tourism boards at ATM 2026
Emirates is starting Arabian Travel Market 2026 strong with the signing of seven Memoranda of Understanding with tourism boards across the Indian Ocean, Europe, Southeast Asia and the UAE,...
16 hours ago -
Sharjah's Kanaf Centre first in UAE, Mideast to adopt new tech to detect injuries in children not visible to naked eye
As part of the Child Safety Organisation’s efforts to advance an integrated framework for protecting children, Kanaf Centre has adopted the Safe Ultra System, a specialised technology designed for...
21 hours ago -
Global Village announces season 31 opening date
After months of anticipation, Global Village has officially announced the much-awaited opening date for Season 31. The region's premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions will...
14 Sep 2026 -
Dubai Safari Park opening date revealed
Dubai Safari Park, the region’s premier wildlife and tourism attraction, announced a series of updates in the lead to its upcoming eighth season, including the opening date, a new...
23 hours ago -
Trump says Ukraine, Russia agree not to hit energy targets
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that Ukraine and Russia had agreed not to target each other's energy facilities, a day after he chastised Kyiv for hitting Russian...
14 hours ago -
Iran denies any involvement in Yemen war
Iran's foreign ministry on Monday denied the country had any involvement in the war in Yemen, after the Iran-backed Houthi movement seized more territory. 'Iran does not interfere in...
23 hours ago -
Indian women's team refuse to take Asia Cup 2026 trophy from Asian Cricket Council chief Mohsin Naqvi
The Indian women's team opted not to take the Asia Cup 2026 trophy from Asian Cricket Council president Mohsin Naqvi after winning the continental showpiece for the record-extending eighth...
22 hours ago