United Arab Emirates

The new law that comes into force today envisages a mandatory 25 fils fee on all single-use bags starting today; this decision is the first step towards a total ban on single-use bags within two years

Surveillance camera footage cannot be shared on social media or other public platforms, with Ajman police arresting offenders, saying they have the technology and ability to identify and reach in record time any person found guilty of posting them

The midday break for workers during the summer months has been announced, with some jobs exempted for technical reasons; fines are expected for establishments that violate the break

The first café serving only dogs was opened in Dubai by Korean nutritionist and certified pet bakery chef Hyunsuk Ku, with food, coffee and sweets for dogs only

The 31 edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2022, starting today at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, will host more than 1.100 publishers from over 80 countries and 450 cultural events, seminars and interactive activities

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