Sharjah granted imams and muezzins government employee status, including promotions, health insurance, allowances, and paid leave benefits/Image: X Sharjah has taken a historic step to formally recognize the contributions of imams and muezzins by granting them the same status and benefits as government employees. The directive, issued by His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed […]
Sharjah Police launched heritage-inspired licence plates for classic vehicles and motorcycles, available via Emirates Auction/Image: X Today, Sharjah Police officially launched a new category of licence plates specifically designed for classic vehicles and motorcycles across the emirate. The initiative aims to provide vehicle owners with distinctive, high-quality registration options that reflect both the emirate’s identity […]
Dubai’s RTA has suspended intercity bus services to Sharjah and Ajman due to heavy rain / Image: File As unstable weather conditions continue to sweep across the UAE, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has taken decisive action to ensure public safety. In a recent announcement, the authority confirmed the temporary suspension of several vital […]
Sharjah Police waive traffic points and offer fine discounts ahead of UAE’s 54th National Day/Representative Image Sharjah Police are giving drivers a fresh start as the UAE celebrates its 54th National Day. Motorists can now clear accumulated traffic points and enjoy generous fines discounts, offering both financial relief and a chance to drive with a […]
Ghaith 6 exhibition supports low-income households with dignity / AI-Generated Image Sharjah has opened the doors to its Ghaith 6 charitable exhibition, turning Expo Al Dhaid into a one-stop relief hub where low-income families can buy brand-new essentials at symbolic prices and receive free medical screenings. Launched under the patronage of Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed […]
Sharjah celebrates the 54th Eid Al Etihad from November 19–December 2 with parades, music, and heritage events/Image: WAM Sharjah is preparing to host a dazzling celebration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad, commemorating the UAE’s journey of unity, progress, and cultural pride. From November 19 to December 2, 2025, the emirate will come alive with […]
Sharjah Islamic Bank completes $500 million, five-year Sukuk, reflecting strong global investor confidence/Image: WAM Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has reinforced its standing in global capital markets with the successful issuance of a US$500 million senior unsecured Sukuk. The transaction, completed during a period of heightened market volatility and year-end liquidity pressures, highlights the bank’s resilient […]
UAE tightens traffic rules to protect delivery riders / AI-generated illustration Food may still come fast, but delivery riders won’t be allowed to race to get it to you anymore. In a joint announcement made in late October 2025, Dubai’s RTA and Sharjah Police unveiled tough new traffic rules for delivery riders, warning that reckless […]
Sharjah offers final chance to legalise unauthorised tenancy contracts / AI-generated illustration Rented a home in Sharjah through an informal agreement or a simple paper contract? Sharjah is now offering a clean slate. Under the new Sharjah Tenant Rules 2025, residents and landlords with unauthorised rental contracts can now regularise their leases, avoid penalties, and […]
Sheikh Dr Sultan inaugurated Sharjah Marine Science Research Centre, featuring 12 labs, research port, and global partnerships/Image: WAM H.H. Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, officially opened the Sharjah Marine Science Research Centre in Khorfakkan, marking a significant step for marine research and education in the UAE. […]
