Local News from Wednesday, August 5th, 2026

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have discussed ways to strengthen ties between the two countries during a phone call.

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its Bus-On-Demand service to Al Satwa, Al Quoz and Mirdif, bringing the total number of areas served across the emirate to 20.

Dubai Municipality has started work on the AED 80 million Dubai Creek Lights project, which will transform an 8 km stretch of the creek with more than 5,000 lighting units, creating a striking nighttime experience that celebrates the area's history, culture and architecture.

Dubai Police have urged the public to be extra vigilant while accepting part-time jobs online after a man was "hired" to carry out illegal money transfers for a fixed commission.  

No injuries were reported after a fire broke out at a workshop in the Dubai South area overnight.

The UAE's labour dispute resolution system has resolved 98.6 per cent of all disputes amicably during the first half of 2026, reducing the burden on courts.