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Business & Economy · TechnologyDubai's RTA buses surpass 2 million km durability record, outpacing London and Singapore. Learn how extended vehicle lifespans save billions in public transport costs.
PoliticsMediterranean migrant crisis hits deadliest start in a decade with nearly 1,000 deaths. Explore rescue efforts, policy failures, and humanitarian implications.
Lifestyle · SportsJoin Dubai Police for free weekly cycling at Dubai Autodrome. Runs Wednesdays through April. Register early—spots fill quickly. Open to all residents.
Energy · PoliticsAbu Dhabi's Habshan gas facility suspended after defense debris caused fires and injuries. Two Emiratis and one Indian injured; operations halted pending assessment.
Politics · Business & EconomyAbu Dhabi arrests 375 for spreading false content. Forwarding unverified videos carries same penalties as creators: AED 200,000 fines and imprisonment for UAE residents.
Energy · Business & EconomyUN veto blocks Strait of Hormuz protection. Oil prices surge, supply chains disrupted. Learn how this affects UAE residents, businesses, and daily life.
Politics · Business & EconomyStarting May 3, UAE drivers face intensified traffic enforcement with higher fines and black points. Federal Council's new roadmap through 2029 includes Dh6B highway changes.
Business & Economy · EnergyJapan's first Arab trade agreement slashes vehicle tariffs to zero in 7 years. Expands job mobility, green energy exports, and maritime security cooperation with UAE.
PoliticsIranian ballistic missile hits Sharjah facility. Two injured. What you need to know about UAE air defense, safety protocols, and business continuity in the current conflict.