Dubai Police forensic examinations get a revamp: simplified workflows, case categorization and more medical staff aim to speed up reports for investigators
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid invited Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the UN Water Conference 2026, set for December 8 to 10 in Abu Dhabi.
Dubai Police arrested six suspects in a cryptocurrency fraud case after a victim lost AED2 million in cash and AED600,000 in virtual assets to an unlicensed exchange.
The Ramhan Island bridge network will connect Ramhan and Jubail Islands to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway with seven bridges and three tunnels at AED872 million.
A UAE court issued life sentences to eight defendants, including Yasser Al Atta and Salah Gosh, in an arms trafficking and money laundering case tied to Sudan.
Global Village will stage a 700-drone show at 8pm on Tuesday, November 3, for UAE Flag Day. See what else is planned and how to buy tickets.
The Contributions of Muslim Scholars initiative enters its second phase at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre, with an exhibition, talks and a workshop.
The Sheikh Zayed Festival opens in Al Wathba on October 30 with a 135-day lineup of cultural, sports, arts and family events across the UAE capital.
Dubai landlords cannot cut AC, water or electricity, even over unpaid rent. Learn what Article 34 says and where tenants can seek help.
Dubai announced a Baby Sleep Gripe Water recall over undeclared alcohol. Parents are urged to stop using the product and check batch number 25122bw.
Sharjah Police cybercrime gang used malicious photo filters to steal private images and blackmail influencers in 14 countries. One complaint led to the arrests.
The two countries also agreed to expand cooperation in energy, defense, technology and mining, building on a $50 billion investment framework announced in 2025.
The UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a flash flood alert for Shees and Wadi Al Helo in Sharjah on Wednesday, October 28, Gulf News reported. Heavy rain fell over the areas. The alert runs from 3pm to 8pm and covers some mountainous areas.
Yes. Heavy rain fell over Shees and Wadi Al Helo in Sharjah on Wednesday, prompting the NCM flash flood alert. The alert covers some mountainous areas, where rainfall could trigger sudden flooding. Residents and motorists are advised to stay away from areas prone to flash flooding.
The NCM urged residents and motorists to stay away from low-lying areas and valleys. It asked people to take caution during rainfall.
Authorities also advised drivers to slow down on wet roads. They should avoid valleys and areas where floodwaters may collect.
The NCM forecast more rain over northern and eastern parts of the country on Wednesday. Winds could reach 50km/h at times around cloud formations, causing blowing dust.
Video footage showed heavy rain over Shees. Roads were wet, vehicles were passing and visibility was reduced against a backdrop of mountains and palm trees.
The warning comes amid unsettled weather in parts of the UAE. Rainwater can build up quickly in valleys and low-lying areas of the mountains.
Heavy rain and hail hit parts of Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah on Tuesday. Shawka recorded 21.2mm of rainfall, according to the NCM.
More showers are possible over eastern and southern areas on Thursday. Eastern parts of the country have further chances of rain on Friday and Saturday.
UAE beach closures now cover over 35 beaches in Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain after an oil spill. See the full list and reopening status.
The UAE has declared January 7 as Zayed the Founder Day, a new annual occasion to honor Sheikh Zayed’s legacy and pass his values to future generations.
UAE beaches closed across three emirates after an oil spill, with more than 35 sites restricted and no reopening dates announced. See which sites are affected
UAE president honored flydubai crew of flight FZ1073 with the First Class Order of Zayed II for their courage during a Sept. 30 in-flight incident.
UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai wants people across the seven emirates to share a moment of national pride
Dubai’s final World Trade Centre bridge opens Oct. 30, cutting travel time from six minutes to one between Al Majlis and 2nd December streets.
Sharjah gas production has more than doubled as SNOC completes Phase 1 of the Hedebah gas-condensate field, with plateau output expected by 2028.
