United Arab Emirates

The International Society of Substance Use Professionals Conference in Abu Dhabi ends today, where more than 1.000 delegates from around the world discussed the major risk factors for developing addiction to a range of behaviours

Residents have been urged to avoid gatherings during Eid Al Fitr; celebrations should be limited to members of the same family and relatives and they have been asked to shake hands and congratulate each other from a distance

Dubai motorists can now pay parking fines through WhatsApp

The 3rd edition of the 'Ramadan Recipes Guide', featuring more than 30 original recipes over 30 days in partnership with local restaurants and cafes, has been launched by Brand Dubai, the creative agency of the Government of Dubai Media Office

The UAE has approved a federal scheme for crowdfunding platform operators to fund innovative business ideas for both the public and private sectors, with the Securities and Commodities Authority to be the regulator of the activity

A recruitment day is scheduled today for Dubai's publicly owned taxi company searching for new drivers, as demand for transport soars; positions are open for men and women, who work in a “pink taxi” fleet that serves women and families only

The UAE celebrates Reading Month every March, in accordance with the Cabinet decision, with activities during the entire month across the country to instil reading among 50% of Emirati adults, 80% of pupils by 2026

Dubai International airport DXB has kept its top position as the world’s busiest international travel hub, counting around 29 million passengers in 2021

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the opening of a new cycle path stretching 16 km along Jumeirah Beach, starting from the Dubai Water Canal and connecting with King Salman Street

Dubai will consider lowering government taxes on business activities to keep the business environment attractive after the ministry announced plans to introduce a federal corporate tax on corporate profits from June 2023

Physical education classes, trips and extracurricular activities in schools will resume across Dubai from today, as well as canteens' activity in all public schools, childcare centers and universities

A new law has been introduced in Dubai to ensure the inclusivity of people with special needs in various fields and sectors in the emirate, including the access to education