Dubai has approved a deep-tunnel drainage project designed to protect the city from flooding for the next 100 years. Announced at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum 2025, the project reflects lessons learned from the heavy rainfall of April 2024, which exposed the need for resilient infrastructure. Dubai Municipality’s Acting Director General, Eng. Marwan Bin […]
Dubai has unveiled a 15-kilometre Dubai Autonomous Zone (DAZ), integrating seven self-driving modes of transport, including the driverless Metro, RoboTaxis, RoboBuses, autonomous abras, shuttles, logistics vehicles, and street sweepers. Located around Creek Metro Station, the zone connects Al Jaddaf, Dubai Creek Harbour, and Dubai Festival City. The initiative, revealed at the Dubai World Congress for […]
Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has unveiled a new strategy to tackle rising education costs while ensuring quality schooling remains accessible. Announced by Director General Aisha Abdulla Miran at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum 2025, the plan introduces incentives for socially-minded investors and government support, including subsidised land and affordable staff housing. […]
The UAE has introduced strict measures to tackle bullying and neglect in schools, applying to both public and private institutions. Schools and staff may face fines up to Dh1 million, prison terms, or closures for violations. The policies, based on the National Child Protection Policy, cover physical, psychological, and sexual abuse and include hotlines for […]
UAE employers are responding to rising residential rents, which have surged across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, by increasing housing allowances by an average of four per cent in 2025, according to Mercer’s Middle East Housing and Schooling Report. With upfront rent cheques common, 52% of firms now provide housing allowances in advance. Around 70% offer […]
After a five-month renovation, the world’s largest choreographed fountain, Dubai Fountain, is set to reopen on October 1 in Downtown Dubai. Famous for its synchronised water, light, and music shows, the fountain features record-breaking jets that reach impressive heights, captivating visitors since its 2009 inauguration. Emaar Properties has upgraded the fountain with enhanced lighting, improved […]
Internet users across the UAE have been facing slow speeds, interruptions, and unreliable access due to multiple undersea cables in the Red Sea being cut. These cables connect Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and repair delays have forced traffic rerouting, causing laggy websites, buffering on streaming platforms, glitchy video calls, and slow-loading maps. Businesses […]
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK) has introduced new school transport rules prioritizing student safety. Children under 15 cannot walk home alone and must be received by a parent, guardian, or elder sibling (with consent). Bus supervisors are mandatory for students under 11, ensuring close monitoring. Cycle 3 students (Grades 9–12, ages 14–18) […]
On September 23, the UAE officially welcomed autumn, marking a gradual shift from intense summer heat. The autumnal equinox, when the sun crosses the celestial equator, signals cooler, more pleasant weather and longer nights. Temperatures have already dipped below 40°C, with coastal areas ranging 34–37°C and eastern regions 29–34°C. Southeasterly summer winds are giving way […]
Dubai-based Juliane fell victim to a major fraud after AED 22,000 was stolen from her bank account without any OTP or confirmation. Despite promptly filing a police report, her bank denied responsibility, leaving her frustrated. For two weeks, Juliane repeatedly visited the bank seeking answers, only to discover that the fraudster had actually spent AED […]