UAE: Abu Dhabi hosts first Kite World Cup with over 150 elite athletes at Fahid Island | World News

Abu Dhabi welcomes the world’s best kitesurfers for the inaugural Kite World Cup at Fahid Island/Image: WAM Abu Dhabi is set to make waves in the world of watersports as it hosts the first-ever Kite World Cup as part of the Fahid Island Watersports Festival, running from October 25 to November 2. The event will […]

Abu Dhabi Police respond to rumours of ‘red pills’ in schools and universities on social media | World News

Director of the Anti-Narcotics Directorate at Abu Dhabi Police, saidrumours about “red pills” spreading in schools surface every school year, but these claims are entirely false/ AI representative image for illustrative purposes only Abu Dhabi Police have firmly dismissed circulating social media rumours about so-called “red pills” being distributed in schools and universities, reinforcing the […]

UAE: Abu Dhabi Police return AED 140 million to cyber-fraud victims from more than 15,000 cases over 2 years | World News

Abu Dhabi Police recover AED 140 million from online fraud victims, launch “Be Cautious” campaign to prevent future cyber scams / Image courtesy of @ADPoliceHQ On October 22, 2025, Abu Dhabi Police announced the recovery of AED 140 million from online fraudsters, returning the funds to victims and launching the sixth edition of their “Be […]

Abu Dhabi launches new traffic Black Points and licence reinstatement campaign: Here’s what every motorist must know | World News

Abu Dhabi Police introduce a new program to reduce traffic Black Points and reinstate suspended driving licences. Image: AI Representative Image. Abu Dhabi Police has launched a key initiative allowing drivers to reduce traffic black points or reinstate suspended licences, running from October 20 to November 20, 2025. This one-month program operates daily between 4 […]

UAE: Zayed National Museum to open on December 3, 2025 in Abu Dhabi | World News

Zayed National Museum, honouring the legacy of the UAE’s founding father late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Image: AI Representative Image Opening in Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District, the Zayed National Museum will offer a comprehensive and immersive journey through the history of the United Arab Emirates. Honouring the legacy of Sheikh Zayed bin […]

Marry over video call from anywhere: Abu Dhabi launches Dh800 virtual wedding service | World News

Abu Dhabi launches online wedding service via TAMM app. Image: File Couples in Abu Dhabi can now get legally married with just a few taps on their phones, thanks to the innovative marriage service launched on the government’s TAMM app – all for Dh800 (approximately $217). The all-digital service enables couples anywhere in the world […]

AI takes office: Abu Dhabi unveils world’s first AI-powered public servant at GITEX Global 2025 | World News

Abu Dhabi’s TAMM AutoGov is world’s first AI public servant / AI-generated illustrative image Imagine your driving licence renewing itself, or bills getting paid before deadlines that’s what Abu Dhabi’s new AI-powered public servant TAMM AutoGov promises, marking a new era of proactive governance unveiled at GITEX 2025. TAMM AutoGov: Abu Dhabi unveils the world’s […]

UAE: Abu Dhabi to host 2025 Junior Grand Prix Figure Skating Championship for the first time | World News

The championship will take place from October 8th to 11th/ Image: WAM For the first time in the history of international figure skating, the Middle East and Africa will host a leg of the ISU Junior Grand Prix Figure Skating Championship. Abu Dhabi has been selected to stage the prestigious event in October 2025, marking […]

Watch: Abu Dhabi Police share real car crash video showing horrific chain-reaction caused by sudden stop | World News

Abu Dhabi Police urge motorists to avoid stopping in traffic lanes and call 999 immediately if their vehicle cannot move/ Image: X~Abu Dhabi Police Abu Dhabi Police have released footage of a serious traffic accident caused by a vehicle stopping without justification in the middle of a busy road, a reckless act that triggered a […]

Abu Dhabi: 13 private schools rated outstanding, 5 remain weak in latest Irtiqa’a report | World News

Abu Dhabi’s Irtiqa’a inspection rated 13 schools Outstanding, 23 improved to Good, and 5 Weak/Representative Image Private education in Abu Dhabi is showing measurable progress, with recent inspections revealing a notable rise in school performance levels. Conducted under the Department of Education and Knowledge’s (ADEK) Irtiqa’a framework, the evaluation has led to 23 schools moving […]