News

Local

UAE issues 400 Golden Card visas so far

A total of 400 Golden Cards have been issued to outstanding expatriates since the permanent residency scheme was introduced in the UAE last month.
More than 3,000 fined for ignoring school bus STOP sign

Abu Dhabi police have fined more than 3,000 drivers for ignoring the school bus stop signs during the 2018-2019 academic year.
US Secretary of State holds high-level talks in UAE

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has held talks with US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
First National Cybersecurity Strategy launched in UAE

The UAE has launched its first-ever National Cybersecurity Strategy.

Ethiopia holds memorial for slain military chief

Hundreds of soldiers and officers in uniform gathered for a memorial service for Ethiopia's slain army chief in Addis Ababa on Tuesday.
Taliban condemned for threats to media in Afghanistan

Afghanistan on Tuesday denounced a terror warning that local media will be targeted if they broadcast "anti-Taliban statements".
Malaysia schools shut after kids fall ill

Nearly 500 schools and kindergartens in Malaysia have been ordered to close until Thursday after many students complained of breathing difficulties and vomiting.
Chinese nationals charged over Cambodia building collapse

Five Chinese nationals have been charged with involuntary manslaughter and conspiracy after a building collapsed in Cambodia and killed 28 people.
Drones disrupt flights at Singapore's Changi airport

Drone sightings have disrupted flights at Singapore's Changi Airport for the second time in a week.

Twitter launches #YouthForGood campaign in UAE

The UAE has teamed up with Twitter's founder to enact positive change through social media.
6 million visit Dubai, Abu Dhabi in Q1

The number of tourists that visited Abu Dhabi and Dubai during the first three months of this year has been revealed.
UAE Ministry of Economy approves Uber-Careem deal

The UAE’s Ministry of Economy has formally approved Uber’s $3.1 billion acquisition of Careem.
Here's how much UAE expats have remitted this year

Expats in the UAE sent more than AED 38.4 billion back home during the first three months of this year.
UAE launches UN-developed anti-money laundering platform

The UAE has become the first country in the Gulf region to launch a UN-backed reporting platform to tackle organised crime.

Former IAAF boss to stand trial in France

Former boss of athletics' world governing body the IAAF, Lamine Diack, is set to stand trial in France over charges of corruption and money-laundering.
USA knock Spain out of Women's World Cup

The USA came have out on top in a challenging last 16 tie against Spain in the Women's World Cup.
Mali, Ivory Coast victorious at Africa Cup of Nations

Angola and Tunisia battled to an entertaining 1-1 draw in the Africa Cup of Nations.
Italy chosen to host 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics

Italy has been chosen to host the 2026 Winter Olympics and Paralympics.
Bangladesh stay on track for semi-final spot

Bangladesh's hopes of qualifying for the semi-finals of the World Cup are well and truly alive.

'Line Of Duty', 'Game Of Thrones' in running at TV Choice Awards

The shortlist for the 2019 TV Choice Awards has been unveiled, and it's BBC drama 'Line Of Duty' that looks to be a force to be reckoned with.
'Toy Story 4' dominates box-office with $118 million debut

Walt Disney and Pixar's 'Toy Story 4' earned $118 million at the US weekend box-office.
David Gilmour's guitars auctioned for climate change charity

Pink Floyd's David Gilmour auctioned his stunning guitar collection for a staggering $21 million in New York.
Sir Elton John receives Legion d'Honneur

Sir Elton John has been awarded France's highest civilian award.
Cardi B charged with assault

Cardi B has been formally charged with assault.

No stories to show.

No stories to show.

No stories to show.

UAE issues 400 Golden Card visas so far
A total of 400 Golden Cards have been issued to outstanding expatriates since the permanent residency scheme was introduced in the UAE last month.
More than 3,000 fined for ignoring school bus STOP sign
Abu Dhabi police have fined more than 3,000 drivers for ignoring the school bus stop signs during the 2018-2019 academic year.