Tickets for DP World Asia Cup 2025, including India v Pakistan, go on sale today with prices from AED 40. DUBAI: Cricket fans can now prepare to witness the DP World Asia Cup 2025 live in the UAE, as match tickets officially go on sale today, Friday, 29 August, from 5pm Gulf Standard Time. The […]
The UAE helped seize 822 tonnes of drugs worth $2.9 billion in a massive ISA-led international operation across 25 countries. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates played a key role in a sweeping international anti-drug operation conducted by the International Security Alliance (ISA), which led to the seizure of over 822 tonnes of illicit drugs […]
Sheikh Hamdan congratulates top-performing students under Dubai’s achievers’ programme, encouraging their role in shaping Dubai’s future. DUBAI: His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has congratulated the emirate’s highest-performing students for the 2024–25 academic year, praising their excellence under the Dubai Top Achievers Programme. The initiative honours top […]
Dubai Municipality becomes first in the world to earn ISO 53800 certification for gender equality and women’s empowerment. DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has achieved a world-first by earning the ISO 53800 certification for gender equality and women’s empowerment from global certification body gTUV. The recognition comes as the UAE celebrates Emirati Women’s Day, underlining the country’s […]
Pakistan’s First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari honours Emirati women’s growing leadership and global influence on Emirati Women’s Day. ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s First Lady, Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, has commended the resilience and accomplishments of Emirati women in a heartfelt tribute on Emirati Women’s Day. She highlighted the integral role of women in the UAE’s development, recognising them […]
The UAE launches the visionary “Mother of the Nation 50:50 Vision” to boost Emirati women’s empowerment locally and globally, in line with UAE Centennial 2071. ABU DHABI: The UAE has unveiled the “Mother of the Nation 50:50 Vision”, a forward-looking national strategy led by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak to solidify Emirati women’s role […]
Launched by HH Sheikh Hamdan, the ‘Erth Dubai’ initiative draws over 5,000 contributions to archive Dubai’s stories and launches a new mobile app. DUBAI: The community-driven cultural project ‘Erth Dubai’ has attracted more than 5,000 participants and exceeded one million in social media engagement since its launch in February 2025. The initiative aims to preserve […]
Japan’s Mt. Shinmoe erupted on Thursday, spewing ash 5,500 metres above its crater, prompting safety warnings in Kyushu. KYUSHU: Mt. Shinmoe, located on the southwestern main island of Kyushu, erupted on Thursday, sending a towering ash plume 5,500 metres into the sky, the Japan Meteorological Agency confirmed. This marks the first time since July 3 […]
Emirati Women’s Day 2025 celebrates 50 years of progress and empowerment under the theme “Hand in Hand, We Celebrate 50 Years”. The UAE reaffirms its support for women’s development across all sectors. ABU DHABI: The United Arab Emirates proudly marks Emirati Women’s Day 2025, celebrating five decades of remarkable achievements and milestones under the theme […]
Dubai RTA introduces Tadreeb digital platform to train drivers with AI, boosting safety and efficiency across training institutes. DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is advancing its digital transformation by training and qualifying new drivers through the innovative Tadreeb platform. The fully digitised system connects all driving institutes in Dubai, automates training and assessments, […]
Dubai RTA launches five new bus routes and upgrades nine existing ones to improve connectivity across the city. DUBAI: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of five new public bus routes from 29 August 2025, in line with growing demand and the city’s expanding urban landscape. The initiative is designed to […]
