The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has confirmed that it is continuously monitoring the prices of essential consumer goods through a digital price monitoring system connected to 627 major retail outlets across the country. These outlets include consumer cooperatives, hypermarkets and supermarkets, representing more than 90 per cent of the internal trade in essential goods […]
Dubai International Airport has issued a public alert regarding fake videos circulating on social media that falsely claim to show incidents at the airport. In an official statement, the airport clarified that the clips are fabricated and digitally altered and do not reflect the current situation at DXB. Airport authorities stressed that operations continue as […]
Authorities in Dubai confirmed that the loud sounds heard across different parts of the city were the result of air defence interception operations. In a statement shared by the Government of Dubai Media Office, officials said relevant teams are closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary steps to ensure public safety. Residents have been […]
The UAE Government has confirmed that its advanced, multi layered air defence systems successfully intercepted the majority of threats during a recent Iranian attack. Out of 186 ballistic missiles launched toward the country, 172 were destroyed, 13 fell into the sea, and one landed within UAE territory. Authorities clarified that the loud sounds heard across […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police have temporarily lifted restrictions on truck movements across the city, allowing heavy vehicles to use all roads until Wednesday evening. The decision is part of eased traffic controls following a period of weather-related travel disruption in the emirate. Normally, trucks are restricted from using certain major […]
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Minister of Defence, made a surprise visit to Dubai Mall, one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destinations. During the visit, Sheikh Mohamed toured key areas of the mall, interacted with visitors, and observed various facilities and attractions. The visit was […]
Flights at major UAE airports have begun to partially resume after a temporary shutdown caused by regional airspace closures linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Authorities confirmed that limited operations restarted, with a small number of flights departing from Dubai’s main airports and Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport. Officials stressed that this is […]
As of today, schools and universities have begun distance learning according to their Ramadan schedules. The Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announced that learning will shift to remote from March 2 to March 4.
The Department of Health Abu Dhabi has activated a 24/7 mental health support hotline thanks to SAKINA Call in order to aid residents during the ongoing regional developments. The hotline, 800-725462 (800-SAKINA), offers safe and confidential conversations for those in need, as well as providing psychological first aid and direct access to qualified mental health […]
Amid the unprecedented situation unfolding across the UAE following Iranian missile attacks since Saturday, February 28, the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters Management Authority (NCEMA) declared on social media: “The UAE places the safety and security of its citizens, residents and visitors as its highest priority, and the situation remains under full control. Please remain […]