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UAE unveils ‘United’ theme for 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration with nationwide and online screenings | World News

The UAE will screen its 54th Eid Al Etihad celebration nationwide under this year’s ‘United’ theme/Representative Image This year, the UAE is set to mark its 54th National Day with celebrations that invite every resident to join in a nationwide display of unity and pride. Under the theme “United”, the festivities aim to bring together […]

Unsung architects of the UAE: The leaders who forged a nation | World News

Sheikh Zayed and fellow rulers united seven emirates, building schools, hospitals, roads, and modern UAE cities/Representative Image The United Arab Emirates, now a beacon of economic prosperity and modern governance, owes its existence to the vision, courage, and determination of its founding rulers. Beyond the gleaming skyscrapers and thriving cities lie the deliberate choices and […]

Planning a UAE National Day trip? Here’s why the 30 day Tourist Visa is ideal | World News

National Day parades showcase traditional Emirati performances, vibrant floats, and crowds waving UAE flags in celebration/Representative Image UAE’s National Day, celebrated on December 2, offers tourists a vibrant glimpse into the nation’s culture, history, and traditions. From colorful fireworks to grand parades, the festivities reflect the country’s unity, remarkable progress, and deep-rooted national pride. For […]

UAE launches $1 billion ‘AI for Development’ initiative to growth in African countries | World News

The UAE launched a $1 billion AI for Development initiative, integrating AI into Africa’s education, agriculture, and infrastructure/Image: X The United Arab Emirates has unveiled a groundbreaking $1 billion initiative, ‘AI for Development,’ aimed at harnessing artificial intelligence to drive economic, social, and infrastructural growth in African nations. The program underscores the UAE’s commitment to […]

UAE: Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan invites residents to enter Erth Awards – How you can participate | World News

Dubai residents urged to submit inspiring Erth Award entries / Image: Dubai Media Office The Crown Prince of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has officially launched the Erth Dubai Award. This is not simply a prize; it is described as one of the world’s largest initiatives dedicated to preserving […]

Viral moment: UAE President Sheikh Mohamed clicks candid photo of Canadian PM in Abu Dhabi | World News

UAE President captures candid photo of visiting Canadian PM / Image Credit: WAM News During Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s official visit to Abu Dhabi on 20–21 November 2025, President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan surprised a Canadian photographer by picking up his camera and taking a smiling portrait, a brief, human moment that […]

India expands visa on arrival access for UAE nationals to nine airports | World News

India expands Visa-on-Arrival for UAE citizens to three new airports/Representative Image India is opening its doors wider to UAE travelers. The visa on arrival (VoA) program now includes three new airports – Kochi, Calicut, and Ahmedabad, joining six existing hubs such as New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. This expansion gives UAE nationals easier, faster access […]

UAE Weather: Red and yellow fog alerts as visibility drops in Abu Dhabi and Dubai | World News

Dense winter fog blanketed Abu Dhabi and Dubai, reducing visibility below 1,000 metres, slowing traffic/Representative Image Fog thickened over parts of Abu Dhabi and extended into Dubai early on Friday, creating challenging conditions on the roads and slowing visibility to under a kilometre in several spots. Alongside the fog, cooler air, shifting clouds and light […]

UAE Launches economic programme to attract 1,000 global trade companies and boost emirati exports | World News

Sheikh Mohammed launches UAE programme to attract 1,000 global trade companies and expand exports/Image: X The UAE has introduced a new international economic programme designed to attract the world’s leading trading companies, expand access for local exporters, and reinforce the country’s role as a central hub in global commerce. The initiative comes as the nation […]

UAE executes first cross border digital currency payment with China | World News

The UAE made its first cross-border digital currency payment to China through the newly launched Jisr platform/Image: WAM The UAE has carried out its first-ever cross-border payment with China using central bank digital currencies, marking a major breakthrough in digital finance and setting the stage for deeper technological and economic cooperation. The transaction, executed through […]