Environment
Progress
UAE astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi to travel to space on February 26

The Falcon 9 rocket and the Dragon Endeavour spacecraft is scheduled to launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Flor... Read more
Records and Achievements
Dubai 2nd best city in the world for expats

Dubai is the second in the Expat City Ranking 2022 Read more
Incidents & Offenses
Up to Dh100,000 fine or 1 year jail: UAE authority warns of penalty for assaulting public sector employees

Public Prosecution clarifies the law in social media post Read more
Community
Costs of UAE visas, Emirates ID increase as new fee is applied

A typing centre agent says the hike applies to Emirates ID, and visit, residency visas Read more
Community
Abu Dhabi raises Golden Visa validity to 10 years for all categories

​The golden visa period in Abu Dhabi is updated Read more
Progress
Oman is building the Middle East’s first spaceport

Construction of the Etlaq Space Launch Complex is expected to begin this year Read more
Nature
10 coldest days of this winter expected in UAE, says astronomy group

Emirates Astronomical Society says second half of winter is typically colder Read more
Security
Dubai: 63% drop in criminal reports recorded last year, say police

The department also presented its innovative security projects that contributed to preventing crime and facilitating pos... Read more
Transport
Etihad Rail reveals scenic route through Abu Dhabi forest

The UAE's national rail network developer offers glimpse into a journey to come Read more
Transport
Dubai cuts speed limit

RTA has slashed the speed limit on a major Dubai road Read more
Security
Dubai Police unveils first all-woman SWAT team

Dubai Police has revealed the city’s first all-female SWAT team Read more
Shopping
UAE announces blanket ban on single-use plastic bags from 2024

From January 1, 2026, the country will ban plastic products like cups, plates, cutlery, containers and boxes Read more
Records and Achievements
UAE: Residents to enjoy better quality of life in 2023

The global ranking of both Abu Dhabi and Dubai significantly improved this year — with the UAE Capital evaluated as the top city i... Read more
Transport
Unstable weather in UAE: Authorities issue warning, 6 guidelines to stay safe during rains

Forecasters think thunderstorms and rain will hit parts of the country, with moderate to heavy showers expected in vario... Read more

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