Authorities in Abu Dhabi have urged toy shops to comply with the relevant safety and quality standards in the country. The emirates’ Quality and Conformity Council recently carried out inspections in the capital and wider Western Region. According to local news agency WAM, 15 outlets were issued notices to take corrective action. As per rules, every toy sold in the local markets should display all details clearly printed in Arabic and English.
UAE court jails man, fines AED 5 million for inciting underage marriage
A court in the UAE has sentenced a man to three years in prison and fined him AED 5 million for publishing a video on social media, inciting underage marriage.
Dubai activates comprehensive security plan for Eid Al Adha
Dubai’s Event Security Committee says it has completed preparations for Eid Al Adha, with a comprehensive plan to secure mosques, prayer grounds, roads, tourist areas, shopping centres and public markets.
UAE urges Iraq to 'urgently' stop hostile acts from its territory
The UAE has urged the Iraqi government to "urgently and unconditionally prevent all hostile acts emanating from its territory" after drones fired from its country targeted the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant last Sunday.
UAE President pardons 956 prisoners ahead of Eid Al Adha
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 956 prisoners on the occasion of Eid Al Adha.
