In 12 months, Etihad Airways transported 20.3 million passengers, driven by fleet growth to 111 aircraft and 81 destinations/Representative Image Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has achieved a major operational milestone, carrying over 20 million passengers in a 12-month span for the first time. The airline also posted strong growth in July 2025, supported by an […]
UAE dispatched a specialized firefighting team to help Albania/Image: File In response to the unprecedented wildfire crisis devastating large parts of Albania in August 2025, the United Arab Emirates has deployed a specialized firefighting team to support local crews in combating the blazes. Arriving on August 11, 2025, the UAE team brought qualified personnel, helicopters, […]
Abu Dhabi completed 1,090 organ transplants since 2017 under the Hayat programme, including 290 in 2024 across four hospitals/Image: WAM In a landmark achievement that underscores Abu Dhabi’s rise as a centre of advanced medical care, the Emirate has successfully completed over 1,000 organ transplants through its national organ donation programme ‘Hayat’. As of 2024, […]
Cash and valuables above dh60,000 must be declared/Representative Image Travellers entering or leaving the UAE with cash, jewellery, precious stones, or goods exceeding a total value of Dh60,000 ($16,300) must complete a mandatory online customs disclosure through the official Afseh platform. This streamlined process, now digital across major airports, enhances transparency and security at borders […]
DPG33 aims to create 30,000 gaming jobs and add $1 billion to Dubai’s GDP by 2033 through innovation and partnerships/Image: WAM DPG33’s presence at Gamescom 2025 marks a historic milestone for the Middle East’s gaming industry. For the first time, a regional government pavilion will feature prominently at this global event, representing Dubai’s rapid ascent […]
Ministry of Education will introduce cybersecurity lessons for students from Grade 1 to 12/Representative Image In a major educational reform, the UAE Ministry of Education will introduce cybersecurity lessons for students from Grade 1 to 12 starting in the 2025–26 academic year, aiming to cultivate digital safety and resilience as core competencies for the next […]
What you can and cannot carry on board/Representative Image Travellers flying through Dubai and Sharjah airports must adhere to strict regulations regarding banned and restricted items in their hand luggage. These rules are enforced rigorously to ensure passenger safety, comply with international aviation standards, and facilitate smooth security checks. Understanding what you can and cannot […]
Electric vehicles in the UAE face 72% higher insurance costs due to expensive battery repairs, limited service centers, and flood-related claims/Representative Image Electric vehicles (EVs) in the UAE are gaining significant traction, but their insurance premiums remain substantially higher than those of petrol cars averaging 72% more. This cost disparity, driven by repair complexities and […]
UAE has intensified its enforcement of laws against negative, abusive, and defamatory comments on social media/Representative Image The United Arab Emirates has recently intensified its enforcement of laws against negative, abusive, and defamatory comments on social media platforms, signaling a strict legal environment for online speech. Authorities across the UAE, including police in Sharjah and […]
By 2026, UAE will launch an AI-powered platform unifying healthcare licensing across all emirates to streamline 200,000+ registrations/image: Mohap The Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) has unveiled plans to launch a National Unified Digital Platform by Q2 2026, aimed at simplifying healthcare professional licensing across the UAE. By integrating all federal and local health […]
