A Golden Visa was awarded to Tasneem Aslam, a student from India, in the "exceptional student" category, allowing him to stay in the country until 2031, as part of a reform to attract global talents

Growth in the size and quality of Dubai's private education sector has more than doubled since Knowledge and Human Development Authority was established in 2007; annual student enrolment figures showed a 12% growth over the previous academic year

Over 35.000 amateur cyclists and cycling enthusiasts took to the streets for the 2023 Dubai Ride; people of all ages and abilities collectively cycled over 546.000 km

The United Nations World Tourism Organisation has officially certified Fujairah as a sustainable tourism destination, awarding the Fujairah Adventures Centre a membership certificate confirming its status as an affiliate member of the UNWTO

Abu Dhabi International Airport's Terminal A will go into operation on 1 November; Etihad Airways will conduct a ceremonial flight today 31 October, prior to the official opening to the public