The UAE’s national rail operator Etihad Rail has recorded strong demand ahead of the launch of its first passenger train services, with more than 10,000 tickets sold before operations officially began. The inaugural journey departed from Fujairah at 5:34am and arrived at Abu Dhabi’s Mohamed bin Zayed City station ahead of schedule, marking a key […]
Dubai Municipality has launched a Dh200,000 innovation challenge inviting designers, students, startups, and urban planners to reimagine Al Safa 2 Park using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The initiative, aligned with Dubai’s broader smart city vision under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, encourages participants to apply AI tools for […]
As Etihad Rail prepares to begin passenger services, a nationwide campaign has been launched inviting residents to choose a symbolic first passenger for its historic inaugural journey. Titled “The Passenger Who Represents Us All,” the initiative encourages the public to nominate individuals who have made a positive impact in their communities through kindness, service, and […]
Sharjah Municipality has announced that paid parking hours across the emirate will now run from 8am until midnight starting July 1, 2026. The move will apply to Sharjah city, Kalba, Khorfakkan and Al Dhaid. The new system unifies parking timings across all paid zones, with areas marked by yellow signs now following the same schedule […]
Etihad Rail has officially opened bookings for its upcoming Abu Dhabi–Fujairah passenger train service ahead of its launch on June 30, 2026, offering tickets at a 50% introductory discount. Under the limited-time offer, fares start at Dh55 for Comfort Class and Dh120 for Premium Class. The journey between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah will take approximately […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched 23 temporary rest areas for delivery riders across metro and bus stations during the UAE’s summer midday break period. The initiative aims to improve rider safety, reduce heat-related risks, and support delivery workers during peak afternoon temperatures. The number of rest areas has increased by 53 per […]
Dubai has climbed to become the world’s fifth most powerful city brand, with a total brand value nearing Dh1 trillion, according to a new study by global consultancy Brand Finance. The report highlighted Digital Dubai as a major force behind the emirate’s global rise. The study revealed that Digital Dubai contributed approximately Dh31 billion to […]
The UAE has been ranked the world’s fifth most competitive country in the latest IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook 2026, published by the International Institute for Management Development. The report highlights the UAE’s strong and consistent performance across multiple pillars of competitiveness, with the nation securing first place globally in several key categories, including economic performance, […]
The UAE Cabinet has approved a new resolution restricting children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, in a move aimed at strengthening child protection in the digital space. Under the new rules, children below 15 will not be allowed to create, use, or operate personal social media accounts. The restrictions also […]
Sharjah has unveiled major road infrastructure projects worth Dh750 million aimed at improving traffic flow and strengthening connectivity with Dubai. The plan focuses on reducing congestion on key inter-emirate routes and enhancing access to major highways and urban centres. A key highlight of the project is a new tunnel at the Al Taawun Roundabout, designed […]