Bali-bound passengers from Dubai are stranded in Jakarta for a second day, after the airport in Bali closed due to volcanic ash. Nearly 700 flights have been cancelled since Mount Rinjani in the island of Lombok started spewing ash last weekend. One Emirates passenger, Bonny Kenzie, was scheduled to meet family in Bali, but is still stuck in the Indonesian capital.
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Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum laid to rest
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been laid to rest at Dubai's Umm Hurair Cemetery on Tuesday, following a funeral prayer attended by royals at Grand Zabeel Mosque.
UAE, partners renew push for Gaza peace plan
Foreign ministers from the UAE and seven other countries have expressed deep concern over the continuing humanitarian suffering in Gaza.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum passes away; 10-day mourning in Dubai
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has passed away on Monday, with the Court of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, declaring a 10-day mourning in the Emirate.
Funeral prayer for Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid to be held on Tuesday
The funeral prayer for the late Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Za'abeel Grand Mosque in Dubai.
UAE detects 377 cases of fake Emiratisation in half-year review
A total of 377 fake recruitments to bypass Emiratisation targets have been detected at private sector firms across the UAE during the first half of 2026, Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced on Tuesday.
Sheikh Abdullah meets global counterparts at UN
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has met with foreign ministers from a host of countries on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York.
Abu Dhabi to host UN congress on crime and criminal justice
The UAE is preparing to host the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice in Abu Dhabi, bringing together governments and justice experts to address emerging and cross-border crime.
Abu Dhabi strengthens greenhouse gas emissions monitoring
Abu Dhabi has introduced a new system to measure, report and verify greenhouse gas emissions across key sectors.
Sharjah Ruler approves 6,700 housing support requests
His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved all housing support requests submitted by citizens to the Sharjah Department of Housing up to September 21, 2026.
Abu Dhabi court secures AED 7.8 million in workers' dues
The Abu Dhabi Labour Court has recovered more than AED 7.8 million in financial entitlements for 948 workers after resolving three collective labour disputes within a three-month period.
Sheikh Abdullah to lead UAE delegation at UN General Assembly
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, will lead the UAE delegation at the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York.
UAE sends humanitarian aid to earthquake-hit Colombia
The UAE, working with Paraguay, has sent humanitarian supplies to communities affected by the earthquake in Colombia as part of a $10 million aid package.
UAE calls for global action to combat extremism and hate speech
The UAE has called for a more inclusive international approach to combating extremism and hate speech, with greater involvement from community leaders, young people, civil society and technology companies.
Four UAE aid convoys deliver 781 tonnes of supplies to Gaza
Four UAE humanitarian aid convoys entered the Gaza Strip over the past week carrying 781 tonnes of supplies as part of Operation Chivalrous Knight 3.
Etihad Rail launches cargo service from Fujairah to Industrial City of Abu Dhabi
Etihad Rail has launched a direct cargo rail service connecting Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) in an effort to bring trade closer to customers.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan announces new Acting Director General of Dubai Ruler's Court
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has announced the appointment of Abdulrahman Saleh Al Saleh as the Acting Director General of His Highness the Dubai Ruler's Court.
RTA completes works on Oud Metha, Al Asayel Streets development project
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed all works on the Oud Metha Road and Al Asayel Street development project, which included the construction of four bridges and two tunnels.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan launches second Rashid Villages project in Zanzibar
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, on Saturday directed the launch of a second village under the Rashid Villages initiative in Zanzibar.
UAE President, Indian PM discuss stronger bilateral ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss opportunities to further strengthen bilateral relations.
Dubai Police warns of fake online adverts selling Global Village tickets
Dubai Police have warned the public about an uptick in fake social media accounts and websites exploiting the demand for Global Village tickets with unrealistic discounts.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has been laid to rest at Dubai's Umm Hurair Cemetery on Tuesday, following a funeral prayer attended by royals at Grand Zabeel Mosque.
Foreign ministers from the UAE and seven other countries have expressed deep concern over the continuing humanitarian suffering in Gaza.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has passed away on Monday, with the Court of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, declaring a 10-day mourning in the Emirate.
