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Sharjah’s 320-metre Al Dhaid Bridge will open on November 15, featuring four lifts and scenic viewing areas overlooking Al Dhaid Lake beneath.

Travel

Sharjah to Open 320-Metre Al Dhaid Bridge on November 15

Donald Trump warns the US could strike Iran with a heavy hit, while Tehran points to US midterm results and reports tanker mine blasts in Hormuz.

GCC

Trump Warns of ‘Heavy Hit’ on Iran as Tehran Rejects Escalation

US President Donald Trump accepts US midterm election results after Senate flips to Democrats, pledging cross-party talks while raising potential vetoes.

Politics

Trump Accepts US Midterm Results, Vows to Work With Democrats

Etihad Airways cancels Abu Dhabi flights to Riyadh and Dammam until November 19 amid regional disruption, while restarting select Jeddah services on Nov 6.

Business

Etihad Suspends Riyadh and Dammam Flights, Resumes Jeddah Route

US President Donald Trump confirms targeted strikes on an Iranian air-defence facility on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz, calling it limited action.

GCC

Trump Confirms US Air Strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island

Dubai Sunni Centre for Islamic Education celebrated UAE Flag Day with a flag-hoisting assembly, tributes to Sheikh Zayed, and calls for national unity.

Dubai Sunni Centre for Islamic Education Marks UAE Flag Day With Colourful Assembly

Lt. Col. Salem Bin Ali of GDRFA Dubai wins Best Official Spokesperson at the 13th Sharjah Government Communication Awards for clear public messaging.

Dubai GDRFA Spokesperson Salem Bin Ali Wins Sharjah Communication Award

India's first AI art-house feature film 'Vagdathabhoomi' by producer Shaju Valappan has been officially selected for the Abu Dhabi International Film Festival.

India’s First AI Art-House Film ‘Vagdathabhoomi’ Selected for Abu Dhabi Festival

Sharjah Book Authority introduces daily Dubai and Ajman buses, free boat transport, and extra parking with shuttles for Sharjah International Book Fair visitors.

SBA announces bus services, free boat transport and additional parking for Sharjah International Book Fair

SIBF 2026 opens in Sharjah with 1.7 million titles, 3,212 publishers from 126 nations, and Oman as Guest of Honour across 1,500 cultural events.

Sharjah opens a new chapter tomorrow (Wednesday) with 1.7 million titles at SIBF 2026

Sharjah Book Authority celebrated UAE Flag Day alongside 1,469 international publishers from 126 countries at the 16th Publishers Conference.

Sharjah Book Authority celebrates UAE flag day in presence of 1,469 publishers from around the world

FEATURED

Dubai's RTA finishes annual maintenance on 20 km of major highway slow lanes, using laser and AI scanning across Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Emirates roads.

Travel

RTA Completes Maintenance and Rehabilitation Works on 20 km of Key Roads Across Dubai

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed raised the national flag at Qasr Al Hosn with 55 Emiratis to mark Flag Day ahead of the Union's 55th anniversary.

UAE

UAE President Raises National Flag at Qasr Al Hosn to Mark Flag Day

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Indian Crew Member Dies in Attack on Commercial Vessel off Oman

Iranian President Pezeshkian backs diplomatic talks authorized by Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, despite reported US military strikes on Qeshm Island.

Iran Backs Diplomatic Dialogue but Rules Out Surrender Following US Strike

President Masoud Pezeshkian says Tehran holds authority from Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to pursue diplomacy, despite reports of US strikes...

Donald Trump told Fox News that the US military can strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility within an hour if necessary, citing rapid capability.

Trump Says US Can Strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Site Within an Hour

Donald Trump states Washington can rapidly target Iran's remaining nuclear infrastructure if necessary, claiming past strikes neutralized previous capabilities. WASHINGTON,...

The UAE celebrates its 14th Flag Day on November 3 with a nationwide 11am flag-raising, Global Village drone display, and Umm Suqeim Flag Garden.

UAE Marks Flag Day 2026 With Nationwide Ceremonies and Drone Spectacle

Millions join synchronous 11am flag-raising while Global Village stages 1,000-drone aerial tribute and Umm Suqeim unveils 13th Flag Garden DUBAI,...

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Business

Casa Vista Launches AQUORA Phase 2 After Record Pre-Event Sell-Out

Motiongate Dubai hosted its two-night Halloween event 'Fright Nights: The Party' on October 30–31, featuring scare mazes, live DJs, and late-night rides.

Motiongate Dubai Hosts Fright Nights for Halloween Festivities

The two-night event featured late-night theme park rides, live DJ entertainment, interactive scare mazes, and special Addams Family musical performances....

Playback singer Madhu Balakrishnan will mark 30 musical years with the 'Madhuram' concert at Dubai's Sheikh Rashid Auditorium on December 19, 2026.

Madhu Balakrishnan to Mark 30 Musical Years with Dubai Concert

Renowned Indian playback singer joins five reality show talents for celebratory musical night at Sheikh Rashid Auditorium this December DUBAI,...

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman names the UAE the world's most forward-looking nation for AI adoption during ADIPEC 2026, highlighting energy and science partnerships.

UAE Leads World in AI Adoption, Says OpenAI CEO Sam Altman

Sam Altman highlights partnerships with ADNOC and G42 at ADIPEC, underscoring AI's impact on energy, science, and the workforce. ABU...

A Wizz Air London-to-Sofia flight diverted to Budapest after a bomb threat, escorted by a Hungarian Gripen fighter jet before security cleared the plane.

Wizz Air Flight Diverted to Budapest After Bomb Threat

Fighter jet scrambled to escort London-Sofia passenger aircraft following security alert over Bosnia and Herzegovina BUDAPEST, Hungary — A Wizz...

Dubai RTA will introduce an IoT-based smart monitoring system for delivery motorcycles, tracking driving behavior before full mandatory enforcement in 2027.

RTA to Launch First Integrated Smart Monitoring System for Delivery Motorcycles

The System aims to enhance safety and compliance while raising operational efficiency Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 02 November 2026:...

Dubai Municipality opens registration for sixth season of Farmers’ Market, expanding opportunities for Emirati farmers and local businesses

Dubai Municipality opens registration for sixth season of Farmers’ Market, expanding opportunities for Emirati farmers and local businesses

Registration opens to Emirati farmers, home-based businesses and agricultural product vendors, subject to approved participation criteria. Sixth season expands participation...

TRAVEL

Sharjah’s 320-metre Al Dhaid Bridge will open on November 15, featuring four lifts and scenic viewing areas overlooking Al Dhaid Lake beneath.

Travel

Sharjah to Open 320-Metre Al Dhaid Bridge on November 15

Final works near completion on the landmark structure featuring four lifts, balconies, and dedicated viewing areas over Al Dhaid Lake...

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Sharjah Book Authority introduces daily Dubai and Ajman buses, free boat transport, and extra parking with shuttles for Sharjah International Book Fair visitors.

SBA announces bus services, free boat transport and additional parking for Sharjah International Book Fair

Dubai's RTA finishes annual maintenance on 20 km of major highway slow lanes, using laser and AI scanning across Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Emirates roads.

RTA Completes Maintenance and Rehabilitation Works on 20 km of Key Roads Across Dubai

India makes the Air Suvidha health declaration mandatory for all international arrivals within 24 hours of landing following a global Ebola alert.

India Mandates Air Suvidha Health Declaration for All International Arrivals

Etihad Rail records 120,000 passenger ticket sales across the UAE in its first 30 days, connecting Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Dhaid, and Fujairah.

Etihad Rail Records 120,000 Passenger Bookings in First Month

Lt. Col. Salem Bin Ali of GDRFA Dubai wins Best Official Spokesperson at the 13th Sharjah Government Communication Awards for clear public messaging.

Dubai GDRFA Spokesperson Salem Bin Ali Wins Sharjah Communication Award

Ballistic missiles struck Yemen's Aden International Airport on Wednesday, halting commercial flights and injuring civilians following Houthi evacuation warnings.

Missile Strikes Target Aden Airport as Houthis Order Evacuation, Halting Air Traffic

India makes the Air Suvidha health declaration mandatory for all international arrivals within 24 hours of landing following a global Ebola alert.

India Mandates Air Suvidha Health Declaration for All International Arrivals

RECOMMENDED

Etihad Airways cancels Abu Dhabi flights to Riyadh and Dammam until November 19 amid regional disruption, while restarting select Jeddah services on Nov 6.

Etihad Suspends Riyadh and Dammam Flights, Resumes Jeddah Route

UAE authorities confirm no new oil leak from tanker GEM NO.2. Clean-up operations continue across coastal areas, with drinking water and seafood safe.

UAE Halts Tanker Leak as Authorities Intensify Clean-Up Drive

Dubai's RTA finishes annual maintenance on 20 km of major highway slow lanes, using laser and AI scanning across Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed and Emirates roads.

RTA Completes Maintenance and Rehabilitation Works on 20 km of Key Roads Across Dubai

AROUND THE WORLD

The UAE passport maintains its top spot in Arton Capital's Passport Index, offering visa-free or on-arrival access to 182 destinations worldwide.

UAE Passport Retains Top Global Spot with Access to 182 Destinations

Israeli President Isaac Herzog awards Indian flydubai captain Smit Machchhar the Presidential Award for Civilian Heroism after he foiled a cockpit attack on flight FZ1073.

Israel to Confer Highest Civilian Bravery Honour on Indian flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar

TRENDING

GDRFA Dubai and the Community Development Authority hold an interactive outreach drive for senior citizens to streamline public services and enhance elderly care.

GDRFA Dubai, Community Development Authority Host Direct Outreach Initiative for Senior Citizens

Donald Trump warns the US will finish the war with Iran through diplomacy or military force, questioning Tehran's leadership following decapitation strikes.

Trump Warns US Will Finish Iran War Either ‘the Nice Way or the Not-So-Nice Way’

The Sharjah Chamber and Addis Ababa Chamber sign an institutional pact to expand UAE-Ethiopia investments in industry, logistics, and agribusiness.

Sharjah Chamber Inks Addis Ababa Pact as UAE–Ethiopia Trade Hits $5.6 Billion

Saudi Aramco evacuates its Dhahran headquarters following Houthi drone strikes, as Donald Trump accuses Tehran of driving up oil prices and US cuts Iran tanker traffic.

Saudi Aramco Evacuates Dhahran Headquarters as Cross-Border Drone Attacks Intensify and Washington Pressures Tehran

Dubai's RTA has converted the Al Satwa Roundabout into a signalised junction, reducing peak journey times by 50% and cutting traffic queues across 2nd December Street.

RTA Completes Conversion of Al Satwa Roundabout into Signalised Intersection, Cutting Journey Time by 50%

Sharjah's DGR and the Chinese Consulate discuss establishing a Chinese cultural institute, along with expanding partnerships in AI, data centres, and manufacturing.

DGR and Chinese Consulate explore cultural institute and cooperation in future-focused sectors

SPORTS

The UAE National Arabian Horse Championship opens at Boudheib Academy in Abu Dhabi, featuring 500 horses competing for AED 4.47 million in prizes.

Sports

UAE National Arabian Horse Championship Opens With 500 Entries

Four-day tournament at Boudheib Academy features 267 exhibitors and an AED 4.47 million prize purse ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates...

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Harry Kane wins the 2026 Ballon d’Or after scoring 73 goals for Bayern Munich and England, edging Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal to end England's 25-year drought.

Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d’Or After 73-Goal Season for Bayern Munich and England

UAE Team L’IMAD claims the 2026 UCI Women’s WorldTeam number one spot ahead of FDJ United-SUEZ and SD Worx-Protime after a dominant 30-win season.

UAE Team L’IMAD Secures Historic No. 1 Spot in 2026 UCI Women’s World Rankings

GDRFA Dubai sweeps the women's sprint division and secures silver in the men’s Olympic distance relay at the Dubai Police Triathlon. Read the full results.

GDRFA Dubai Dominates Dubai Police Triathlon With Multiple Podiums Across Sprint and Relay Divisions

Samson’s Record-Equalling Blitz in Vain as West Indies Hunt Down 250 in Ranchi Thriller

Inaugural Dubai Police Triathlon to Serve as Global Qualifier for 2027 World Championships

Eleonora Gasparrini Sprints to Tre Valli Varesine Women’s Title

Lionel Messi Bids Farewell to Argentina with Goal, Two Assists in Emotional Monumental Finale

UAE

Dubai Sunni Centre for Islamic Education celebrated UAE Flag Day with a flag-hoisting assembly, tributes to Sheikh Zayed, and calls for national unity.

UAE

Dubai Sunni Centre for Islamic Education Marks UAE Flag Day With Colourful Assembly

Dubai: Dubai Sunni Centre for Islamic Education celebrated UAE Flag Day with a vibrant assembly highlighting the national flag as...

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Lt. Col. Salem Bin Ali of GDRFA Dubai wins Best Official Spokesperson at the 13th Sharjah Government Communication Awards for clear public messaging.

Dubai GDRFA Spokesperson Salem Bin Ali Wins Sharjah Communication Award

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed raised the national flag at Qasr Al Hosn with 55 Emiratis to mark Flag Day ahead of the Union's 55th anniversary.

UAE President Raises National Flag at Qasr Al Hosn to Mark Flag Day

GDRFA Dubai Wins Gold for Excellence in HR Data Analytics

GDRFA Dubai Wins Gold for Excellence in HR Data Analytics

UAE reduces retail petrol and diesel rates for November 2026. Check the updated prices per litre for Super 98, Special 95, E-Plus 91, and diesel.

UAE Slashes Petrol and Diesel Rates for November 2026

UAE President honours flydubai Captain Smit Machchhar and cabin crew with the Order of Zayed II following their heroic actions during flight FZ1073.

UAE Honours flydubai Crew with Order of Zayed II After Mid-Air Cockpit Attack

Sharjah temporarily closes all city beaches as specialized teams take proactive measures to prevent offshore tanker oil spill pollution from hitting the coastline.

Sharjah Temporarily Shuts City Beaches to Contain Offshore Tanker Oil Spill Threat

MOVIE

India's first AI art-house feature film 'Vagdathabhoomi' by producer Shaju Valappan has been officially selected for the Abu Dhabi International Film Festival.

Movie

India’s First AI Art-House Film ‘Vagdathabhoomi’ Selected for Abu Dhabi Festival

Produced by NRI Shaju Valappan, the Malayalam AI feature film has also been submitted to the International Film Festival of...

Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff escaped unhurt after gunmen opened fire on his car in Mumbai's Juhu on Sunday. His driver was injured. Police deploy 15 teams to track suspects.

Movie

Tiger Shroff Escapes Unhurt in Mumbai Shooting; Driver Wounded, Police Probe Gang Link

Gunmen targeted the actor's vehicle outside a Juhu sports facility; Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde vows zero tolerance against...

Legendary Tamil music composer Deva, who composed iconic hits for Rajinikanth's Baashha and popularised Chennai gaana music, died in Chennai aged 75.

Movie

Veteran Tamil Music Director Deva Dies at 75 in Chennai

Known as ‘Thenisai Thendral’, the composer helped define Rajinikanth’s cinematic aura and brought Chennai’s gaana tradition to mainstream Indian cinema...

Marking 20 years of Rang De Basanti, we examine how Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's political masterpiece continues to shape youth activism from Jantar Mantar to India Gate.

Two Decades of ‘Rang De Basanti’: How a Cult Political Drama Still Mirrors Youth Resistance

Pixar’s Toy Story 5 tackles childhood screen addiction and digital isolation as Woody, Buzz, and Jessie face off against modern smart tablets.

Screens vs Play: How ‘Toy Story 5’ Tackles Childhood in the Digital Era

Renowned Indian actor Nana Patekar has died at 75 in Goa after suffering sudden chest pain. A three-time National Award winner, he leaves behind a legendary cinematic legacy.

Nana Patekar, Celebrated Veteran of Indian Cinema, Dies at 75 in Goa

WORLD

Donald Trump warns the US could strike Iran with a heavy hit, while Tehran points to US midterm results and reports tanker mine blasts in Hormuz.

GCC

Trump Warns of ‘Heavy Hit’ on Iran as Tehran Rejects Escalation

Washington weighs major strikes amid naval mine blasts in the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic pushback from Tehran WASHINGTON, United...

Iranian President Pezeshkian backs diplomatic talks authorized by Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, despite reported US military strikes on Qeshm Island.

Iran Backs Diplomatic Dialogue but Rules Out Surrender Following US Strike

Donald Trump told Fox News that the US military can strike Iran's Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility within an hour if necessary, citing rapid capability.

Trump Says US Can Strike Iran’s Pickaxe Mountain Site Within an Hour

INDIA

Air India Frankfurt-Delhi Flight Diverted to Jaipur After Suspected Accidental Hijack Alert

India

Air India Frankfurt-Delhi Flight Diverted to Jaipur After Suspected Accidental Hijack Alert

All 306 passengers evacuated safely after aircraft briefly transmitted Squawk 7500 code; pilot error suspected JAIPUR, Oct 14 : An...

Delhi Police detain Dhruv Rathee, MA Baby, and MV Govindan ahead of the CJP Jantar Mantar protest demanding CEC Gyanesh Kumar's resignation. Metro and traffic curbs imposed.

Police Detain Dhruv Rathee and Top CPI(M) Leaders Ahead of Massive Delhi Election Protest

Captain Smit Machchhar, who kept the cockpit open despite serious injuries.. Source: DD India

Indian Pilot Captain Smit Machchhar Hailed as Hero After Fending Off Mid-Air Cockpit Attack on Flydubai Flight

GCC

Donald Trump warns the US could strike Iran with a heavy hit, while Tehran points to US midterm results and reports tanker mine blasts in Hormuz.

GCC

Trump Warns of ‘Heavy Hit’ on Iran as Tehran Rejects Escalation

Washington weighs major strikes amid naval mine blasts in the Strait of Hormuz and diplomatic pushback from Tehran WASHINGTON, United...

US President Donald Trump confirms targeted strikes on an Iranian air-defence facility on Qeshm Island near the Strait of Hormuz, calling it limited action.

Trump Confirms US Air Strikes on Iran’s Qeshm Island

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UAE and Qatar Move to Bolster Bilateral Media Partnerships

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