Dubai International Airport Grapples with Record-Breaking Rainstorm, CEO Calls it Most Disruptive in History
Last week’s torrential rainstorm proved to be a historic challenge for Dubai International (DXB) airport, with approximately 2,155 flights cancelled, marking the highest number of cancellations in the airport’s 63-year…
UAE Positioned at Forefront of Urban Mobility Revolution with Launch of Flying Taxis by 2026
Industry experts have predicted a groundbreaking reduction in travel time between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, estimating it to be a mere 30 minutes, as the UAE emerges as a leader…
UAE cancels all traffic violations of Omani citizens over last 5 years
The UAE Government has made a significant decision to cancel all traffic violations incurred by Omani citizens in the country. This announcement, reported by the state-run news agency WAM, extends…
Amna Khalifa Al Qemzi: UAE’s Organic Agriculture Pioneer Honored for Decades of Dedication
Decades ago, Amna Khalifa Al Qemzi embarked on a remarkable journey in agriculture, igniting a passion that would lead her to become the UAE’s first female farmer. Her story, rooted…
Weather Forecast for UAE (April 25)
The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) forecasts fair to partly cloudy weather across the UAE on Thursday, with occasional cloud cover expected over northern and eastern regions. There is a…
Insurance Rates Expected to Rise in UAE After Record-Breaking Rains
Following the unprecedented rainfall that inundated the UAE last week, insurance rates for both motor and property coverage are anticipated to rise, according to a report by S&P Global Ratings.…
Overstay Fines Waived for Travelers Stranded by Dubai Rains
In a compassionate response to the disruptions caused by the recent unprecedented rainfall in Dubai, authorities have announced the waiver of overstay fines for residents and visitors whose exit flights…
Central Bank of the UAE Allows Loan Repayment Deferral and Confirms Insurance Coverage for Weather-Related Damages
Dubai, April 23, 2024 – In response to the recent adverse weather conditions that have impacted residents across the UAE, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) has taken proactive…
Sharjah Schools Granted Flexibility in Teaching Modes Following Unstable Weather Conditions
Sharjah Private Education Authority Allows Institutions to Choose Between In-Person, Remote, or Hybrid Teaching Methods In response to the recent unstable weather conditions that impacted the country, schools in Sharjah…
Dubai Metro Services Partially Restored, Crowding Persists Amid Station Closures
Following the unprecedented rainfall that disrupted transportation networks in the UAE last week, Dubai Metro services continue to face challenges, with operations partially restored but significant disruptions persisting. While the…