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UAE raises minimum jail term to 15 years in murder cases where qisas is waived
UAE

UAE raises minimum jail term to 15 years in murder cases where qisas is waived

UAE murder jail term rises to 15 to 20 years when heirs waive qisas under amended Crimes and Penalties Law. See what changes and what forgiveness means.

UAE GDP reaches AED961.9 billion in H1 2026, non-oil GDP up 1.8%
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UAE GDP reaches AED961.9 billion in H1 2026, non-oil GDP up 1.8%

UAE GDP hit AED961.9 billion in the first half of 2026, up 0.4%. See how non-oil growth, the Q2 dip and top sectors shaped the results.

Dubai new street signs: QR codes and new designs in 186 areas by 2030
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Dubai new street signs: QR codes and new designs in 186 areas by 2030

Dubai new street signs will bring QR codes, unified designs and updated colors to 186 areas by 2030. See which five areas get them first and what stays the same.

Abu Dhabi deploys AI vehicle to spot crashes, fallen trees and faulty signals
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Abu Dhabi deploys AI vehicle to spot crashes, fallen trees and faulty signals

Abu Dhabi is using an AI vehicle to detect accidents, fallen trees and faulty traffic signals, then alert authorities so they can respond faster.

UAE decriminalizes attempted suicide, tightens penalties for aiding it
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UAE decriminalizes attempted suicide, tightens penalties for aiding it

The UAE has decriminalized attempted suicide and set prison terms of up to seven years for those who incite or assist it. See what changed in the new law.

UAE employers struggle to fill AI, cybersecurity and senior leadership jobs
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UAE employers struggle to fill AI, cybersecurity and senior leadership jobs

UAE employers struggle to fill AI, cybersecurity, sales and senior leadership jobs. Recruiters explain why hundreds of applications are not enough.

UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports that killed three
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UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports that killed three

The UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi airports that killed three and injured dozens, calling them a violation of Saudi sovereignty and security.

Sponsor family in Dubai: Minimum salary for spouse, children and parents
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Sponsor family in Dubai: Minimum salary for spouse, children and parents

Salary to sponsor family in Dubai starts at Dh3,000 with housing for a spouse or children. Parents need Dh10,000. See the documents you need.

Dubai approves 44 areas for regulated shared housing in buildings and villas
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Dubai approves 44 areas for regulated shared housing in buildings and villas

Dubai shared housing rules are here: 44 areas approved, a one-year window to comply, and new space, permit and safety requirements for owners

UAE warns of GCC scam using stolen cards to pay government bills
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UAE warns of GCC scam using stolen cards to pay government bills

A GCC stolen credit card scam lets fraudsters pay real government bills, then sell the service at 50 to 80 percent off. Group-IB explains how to stay safe.

Dubai buyers pay up to Dh300 extra for Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max
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Dubai buyers pay up to Dh300 extra for Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max

Burgundy iPhone 18 Pro Max buyers in Dubai are paying up to Dh300 extra to skip Apple's delivery wait. See prices, delivery dates and what traders say.

UAE president calls for rain prayer at all mosques on Friday
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UAE president calls for rain prayer at all mosques on Friday

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has called for a rain prayer, Salaat Al Istisqaa, at all mosques on October 9. Find out the timing and details.

Dubai shared housing rules ban mixing families and individuals in one unit
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Dubai shared housing rules ban mixing families and individuals in one unit

Dubai shared housing rules now bar families and individuals from sharing one unit. See space, bathroom and permit requirements and the one-year deadline.

UAE tightens limits on salt, sugar and fat in packaged foods
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UAE tightens limits on salt, sugar and fat in packaged foods

The UAE has set new sodium, sugar and fat limits for bread, snacks, dairy drinks and cheese. Violators face fines of up to Dh500,000 and possible closure.

UAE banks defer $4.3 billion in loans for nearly 156,000 customers
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UAE banks defer $4.3 billion in loans for nearly 156,000 customers

UAE central bank loan relief reached 155,970 customers, with Dh15.9 billion in loans deferred for individuals, SMEs and large companies through August.

15 Pakistan players set to feature in new-look Abu Dhabi T10
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15 Pakistan players set to feature in new-look Abu Dhabi T10

Fakhar Zaman is the only Pakistan player designated as an Icon Player in the 2026 Abu Dhabi T10

Dubai Police arrest two over Dh11.9m phone scam
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Dubai Police arrest two over Dh11.9m phone scam

Dubai Police arrested two suspects behind a phone scam that cost residents Dh11.9 million. Here is how the fraud worked and how to stay safe.

UAE to have over 10,000 autonomous taxis and delivery vans by 2027, official says
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UAE to have over 10,000 autonomous taxis and delivery vans by 2027, official says

Faisal Al Bannai says the UAE will have over 10,000 autonomous taxis and delivery vans next year, with orders already placed as physical AI expands.

UAE-Eurasian pact takes effect as trade reaches $33.6bn
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UAE-Eurasian pact takes effect as trade reaches $33.6bn

The UAE-EAEU Economic Partnership Agreement is now in force, opening preferential access to five markets as non-oil trade reached $33.6 billion in 2025.

UAE transfers 7,479 passengers to Tel Aviv after Flydubai suspension
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UAE transfers 7,479 passengers to Tel Aviv after Flydubai suspension

The GCAA says 37 flights carried 7,479 passengers to Tel Aviv after the flydubai suspension, with Israeli carriers and Etihad offering alternatives.