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“I’m proud of the UAE”: Expats express deep pride in the UAE Armed Forces
UAEWith true Arabian hospitality, the UAE opened its doors to the world. Citizens of over 190 countries came, they saw, and they never left. For residents, UAE is more than a place on a map – it’s a place they are proud to call home. Eliane Chalhoub, a Lebanese senior communications manager based in D
Why UAE residents remained calm during U.S.-Iran war
UAEDubai: When the U.S.–Iran conflict reached a standstill, the guns fell silent and the unsettling rattle of intercepted missiles and drones ceased, the echoes lingered: not as panic, but as a period of reflection. Across the UAE, a country more than 190 nationalities call home, daily life continued
Delivering with pride: How delivery riders are flying the UAE flag across city streets
UAEDubai: Flags on bikes. Everywhere. Across the UAE, something remarkable has unfolded in recent days. What began as a call from Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai , urging citizens and residents to raise the UAE flag high a
Mohammed bin Rashid's message to students: We are a nation that does not pause in the face of challenges
UAEHis Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai affirmed that the UAE is continuing its educational and developmental journey without interruption, noting that challenges have never been an obstacle to continuing learning or drivin
Gold prices fall on stronger dollar
BusinessWorld Capitals: Gold prices fell on Monday as the dollar strengthened, with spot gold declining 0.7 percent to US$4,793.98 per ounce as of 03:51 GMT, after hitting its lowest level since April 13 earlier in the session. U.S. gold futures for June delivery dropped 1.4 percent to US$4,813.60. Among o
Louisiana father kills eight children in domestic shooting, police say
NewsShreveport: A Louisiana father fatally shot eight children, including seven of his own, in an attack on his family Sunday morning that stretched across two houses in a Shreveport neighborhood left shaken by one of the nation’s deadliest mass shootings in recent years, police said. Two women, includ
US Navy seizes Iranian-flagged ship near Strait of Hormuz as Tehran vows swift response
WorldWashington: The United States attacked and seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship that it said tried to evade its naval blockade near the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, and Iran’s joint military command vowed to respond, throwing a fragile ceasefire into question days before it expires. It was the first
UAE Essential Goods Prices Platform: How to find the cheapest groceries near you
UAEIf you’re looking to lock down the best deal on your groceries, there’s likely no better comparison tool right now than the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism’s (MOET) Essential Goods Prices Platform. What is the Essential Goods Prices Platform? Announced on April 19, the Essential Goods Prices Pl
UAE weather: Dust, cooler temperatures and rain expected
UAEDubai: From clear skies, to cloudy conditions, to dust storms and rain – the next few days are expected to bring in changing weather for UAE residents, according to the forecast from the UAE’s National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). A shift in weather conditions is expected across the UAE from today,
Al Wasl exit AFC Champions League Two after 4–0 defeat to Al Nassr in Dubai
SportsAhmed Issa, Emirates 24/7 Dubai: Al Wasl bowed out of the AFC Champions League Two at the quarter‑final stage after suffering a 4–0 defeat to Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr at Zabeel Stadium on Sunday evening, despite a strong performance in front of a large home crowd. Al Nassr capitalised on their domin
Trump says US‑Iran talks to resume as tensions escalate over Strait of Hormuz
WorldWashington: Trump said US negotiators will be in Pakistan on Monday for talks with Iran, resuming negotiations after Tehran reversed its decision to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and warned it would continue to block transit as long as the US blockade of Iranian ports remains in place. The escalating
UAE ministry refers poultry price‑fixing cartel to public prosecution
UAEAbu Dhabi: The Ministry of Economy and Tourism has referred a cartel involved in anti‑competitive practices in the poultry market to the Federal Public Prosecution to initiate investigations and take the necessary legal action, after confirming that it exploited current exceptional circumstances by
Dubai‑based unicorn leaders hail emirate as global hub for digital innovation
BusinessDubai: Leaders of Dubai‑based unicorn companies have reaffirmed the emirate’s position as a global hub for digital innovation and technology‑led growth, citing its forward‑looking regulatory environment, advanced infrastructure and ability to attract international talent. Senior executives said Dub
UAE launches digital platform to track prices of essential goods nationwide
UAEDubai: The Ministry of Economy has launched a new digital platform dedicated to displaying the prices of essential goods across the UAE, offering consumers greater transparency and helping them make informed purchasing decisions. In its first phase, the platform collects and analyses price data for
Dubai rental market shows stable growth in Q1 2026, backed by strong regulation
BusinessDubai’s rental market maintained a stable trajectory during the first quarter of 2026, reflecting a strong regulatory framework and sustained public and investor confidence, according to new data released by the Dubai Land Department. Figures show that the total value of rental contracts reached AE