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Dubai traffic alert: Weekend road closures for Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge

The RTA has warned drivers to expect delays from 6 AM to 9:45 AM over the weekend on several key roads

UAE WEATHER ALERT - NCM

Weather: Low pressure system to bring rainy, windy conditions to Oman and the UAE

The NCM has forecast overcast conditions along with intermittent rain showers due to a developing weather system in the seas

Kuwait announces mandatory biometric fingerprinting

Kuwait announces mandatory biometric fingerprinting for citizens, residents

The authorities clarified that travellers are allowed to leave the country and exempted from immediate fingerprinting, but the process is mandatory upon their return

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Dubai road closure: RTA warns of traffic diversion due to UAE Tour 2024

The RTA issued a statement via social media advising residents to set out early to ensure smooth travel

Oman declares 3-day weekend public holiday on February 25

Oman declares holiday for public and private schools on Feb 25

The announcement follows Royal Orders issued by Sultan Haitham bin Tarik designating February 24 as a day off for educators

Global carbon markets value hit record $949bn in 2023

Global carbon markets value hit record $949bn in 2023

Many countries have launched trading systems to put a price on carbon emissions and incentivise companies to invest in low-carbon technology

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Oman weather alert: Holiday announced for employees, schools due to heavy rain

The anticipated heavy rainfall has raised concerns for localised flooding in low-lying areas

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UAE weather: Safety alerts issued in Dubai, Abu Dhabi on Monday

The National Centre of Meteorology has issued weather warnings until February 13, with hail, thunder, lightning, rainfall and high winds expected throughout Monday

Dubai launches world's first sustainable mobile floating fire station

Dubai launches world’s first sustainable mobile floating fire station

The station boasts a notable speed of 11 miles per hour, allowing it to swiftly reach incident locations

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UAE rains: Remote work for public sector workers on February 12

The meteorological authority has issued an advisory urging residents to observe safety protocols, particularly in areas prone to heavy rainfall

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Rolling road closure across Abu Dhabi for UAE Tour Women’s event on Sunday

The ITC has announced a rolling closure on February 11 across Abu Dhabi

Summer solstice - temperature - 1.5 degrees C

Global temperatures cross 1.5 degrees C threshold over 12 months

Every month since June 2023 has been the world’s hottest on record, compared with the corresponding month in previous years

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UAE weather alert: Rain, thunderstorms and hail forecast for weekend

Parts of the country will see rain and thunderstorms starting Sunday

KING CHARLES

King Charles diagnosed with cancer: Buckingham Palace

The British monarch has begun treatments and will take a break from public engagements

UAE President visits Jordan Image courtesy WAM

Sheikh Mohamed meets Jordan’s leader during fraternal visit

The UAE and Jordan enjoy robust economic ties with significant trade and investment flows

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India’s Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presents Interim Budget for 2024

From infrastructure to agriculture, from healthcare to income tax, expectations are high for the Indian government to provide relief despite inflationary pressures in its budget announcements

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US Fed maintains interest rates, says more ‘confidence’ needed on inflation before rate cuts

Inflation has now been running below the Fed’s target on a seven-month basis while US economic growth and the job market have remained largely intact

UAE winter rain hits Dubai and other emirates. Image Getty Images Karim Sahib

UAE braces for rain and wind: Three-day weather forecast

Motorists are advised to adhere to speed limits, refrain from sudden braking, maintain a safe following distance, and pull over if visibility is impaired

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UAE petrol prices for February 2024: Here’s how much a full tank will cost

The UAE has announced revised fuel prices for the coming month

Ramadan 2024

When is Ramadan 2024: Calendar and timings for the holy month

With 29 days of fasting, the month of Ramadan will end on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 and hence the first day of the fast could be on March 11

Davos: MBRGI, WEF announce Dhs11m grant for food innovation initiatives

Davos: MBRGI, WEF announce Dhs11m grant for food innovation initiatives

MBRGI signed a letter of intent to enable the grant with UpLink Platform on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, taking place in Davos

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UAE passport ranking rises to 11th place; these countries topped the 2024 list

The UAE remains the biggest climber on the Henley Passport Index over the past decade, adding an impressive 106 destinations to its visa-free score since 2014

PIF-backed ROSHN partners with EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia Image courtesy Getty Images

PIF-backed ROSHN, EVIQ to power EV adoption in Saudi Arabia

The collaboration between ROSHN and EVIQ will also see the launch of the kingdom’s first fast-charging public site launch at ROSHN Front in Riyadh

Hatta Beach project and other projects approved by Sheikh Hamdan Image courtesy X Dubai Media Office

Sheikh Hamdan approves Hatta Beach Project, private school and council to be set up

Hatta Beach will stretch across 10,000 square metres alongside an artificial lake and will feature a host of amenities and services for visitors

Some roads in Dubai will have new names here's why

You will soon be able to suggest new names for Dubai roads, here’s how

Steps to engage and involve community members and accept proposals from them for new road names will start in the upcoming phases of the initiative

Sharjah SEC approves transports service between Sharjah and Oman image courtesy Sharjah Tourism

Bus service between Sharjah and Oman to commence soon

Daily trips will be operated from Al Jubail Station in Sharjah to Al Azaiba Bus Station in Muscat and vice versa

UAE: Fourth edition of 'World's Coolest Winter Campaign' kicks off image DUbai Media Office

UAE: Fourth season of ‘World’s Coolest Winter Campaign’ kicks off

In its third season, the campaign saw tourists numbers reach 1.4 million, an increase of 8 per cent compared to the second edition

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UAE, India exchange key MoUs during Sheikh Mohamed’s visit

The UAE President is attending the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, taking place in the city of Gandhinagar, from January 10 until January 12

Football fever: Qatar gears up for AFC Asian Cup, other key events in Q1 2024 image Getty Imges

Football fever: Qatar gears up for AFC Asian Cup, other key events in Q1 2024

Qatar will welcome football fans from around the region for the AFC Asian Cup being held from January 12 – February 10 this year