Emergency centre in Abu Dhabi organises large-scale drill at Barakah Nuclear Plant to enhance crisis and safety readiness. ABU DHABI: The Emergency, Crises and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) has successfully conducted a large-scale emergency response exercise at the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, reinforcing the UAE’s commitment to high-level safety standards and crisis readiness […]
UAE invests AED44 billion in its space sector, with private sector participation growing rapidly, says UAE Space Agency. DUBAI: The UAE has invested approximately AED44 billion in its growing space sector, with the private sector emerging as a strong contributor, according to Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and Chairman of the UAE […]
Sheikha Bodour leads review of Shurooq-Eagle Hills real estate and tourism projects, highlighting Sharjah’s economic development goals. SHARJAH: Her Highness Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), chaired a key board meeting of Eagle Hills Sharjah Development LLC, reaffirming the emirate’s commitment to sustainable economic and urban […]
Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths projects record 95.3 million passengers for 2025, with Dubai International to surpass 100 million travellers by 2027 before shifting to Al Maktoum International. DUBAI: Dubai Airports CEO Paul Griffiths has projected that Dubai International Airport (DXB) will handle 95.3 million passengers by the end of 2025 — marking a new […]
MBRSC releases first Earth images from MBZ-SAT and Etihad-SAT, showcasing UAE’s advanced satellite imaging capabilities. DUBAI: The Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) has shared the first set of images captured by its latest satellites — MBZ-SAT and Etihad-SAT — marking a significant moment during World Space Week 2025. This release underscores the UAE’s fast-growing […]
UAE surgeons at Burjeel Cancer Institute implant region’s first Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump (HAIP) to deliver targeted chemotherapy for liver tumors, marking a regional breakthrough. ABU DHABI: In a pioneering regional medical achievement, surgeons at Burjeel Cancer Institute (BCI) have successfully implanted a Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump (HAIP) in a patient with inoperable liver tumors, […]
The UAE will roll out a new tiered sugar drink tax in January 2026, aligning with GCC regulations and public health sustainability goals. ABU DHABI: Starting 1 January 2026, the UAE will replace its current flat-rate excise duty on sugary drinks with a tiered sugar drink tax system. The change, announced by the Ministry of […]
RTA has launched 28 new initiatives in 2025 to enhance Dubai’s taxi services, focusing on comfort, sustainability and smart mobility systems. DUBAI: The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed the successful rollout of 28 targeted initiatives in 2025 aimed at enhancing Dubai’s taxi services. Designed to elevate passenger comfort, driver performance and operational standards, […]
Emirates just opened a jaw-dropping hospitality training centre in Dubai—complete with fine dining, wine tastings, and chef-led plating classes—to turn 25,000 cabin crew into flying Michelin-star hosts. DUBAI: Ever wondered what it takes to deliver Emirates’ famous inflight luxury? Meet the airline’s newest secret weapon: the Emirates Centre of Hospitality Excellence, a multi-million-dirham training hub […]
At a GCC ministerial meeting, the UAE urged a balanced AI vision in religious affairs to align innovation with values and spiritual guidance. KUWAIT CITY: The UAE has called for a balanced AI vision in religious and spiritual governance, highlighting the need to harness modern technologies like artificial intelligence in a way that serves humanity, […]
Abu Dhabi has extended the 2025–2026 falconry season, supporting GCC falconry tradition while enforcing legal and environmental guidelines. ABU DHABI: The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) has officially extended the traditional falconry season for 2025–2026, under the directives of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The decision aligns with EAD’s mission to regulate […]
