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Government & RegulationsEtihad Rail launches direct cargo service from Fujairah to Abu Dhabi’s Industrial City
Cargo arriving at Fujairah Terminals can now be transported directly by rail to the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD) under a new service launched by Etihad Rail Freight and AD Ports Group. The service, which operates three times a week, is designed to simplify cargo clearance, reduce handling...
Government & RegulationsDubai sets minimum sleeping space standards for workers' accommodation
Government & RegulationsDubai Airport’s ‘Click & Travel’ Service Explained: How Mobile Immigration Works
Government & RegulationsUAE Announces Flexible Work Timings for Government Employees Ahead of New School Year
Government & RegulationsAbu Dhabi Police Reminds Residents of Smart Vehicle Impoundment Service
Government & RegulationsAbu Dhabi Introduces Video Consultation Service for Lawyers and Clients
The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department (ADJD) has introduced a new digital service allowing lawyers and their clients to conduct legal consultations through authorised video-calling applications. The new service is designed to simplify communication between lawyers and clients by allowing consultations...
Government & RegulationsDubai Schools Issue New Admission Age Rules for 2026-27 Academic Year
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has issued comprehensive student placement guidelines to help parents understand how children will be admitted to private schools under revised age cut-off rules for the 2026-27 academic year. The guidance explains how age, previous school...
Government & RegulationsDubai Opens 820-Metre Cycling Bridge Linking Al Mamzar and Al Khawaneej
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has inaugurated a new 820-metre cycling and pedestrian bridge connecting Al Mamzar and Al Khawaneej via Al Nahda, marking another milestone in the emirate's
Government & RegulationsUAE Midday Work Ban: Delivery Riders Limited to Three Orders During Peak Heat Hours
Delivery platforms across the UAE have introduced additional safety measures for riders as the country's annual midday work ban remains in effect, including limiting riders to a maximum of three order
Government & RegulationsUAE traffic could stay smoother beyond summer with flexible work, smarter commuting
The lighter traffic experienced across the UAE during the summer school holidays could be maintained throughout much of the year if employers, schools and commuters adopt more flexible travel habits,
Government & RegulationsBurj Khalifa invites global artists to design its iconic facade projection
Emaar has launched the 2026 Burj Khalifa Projection Design Open Call, inviting artists from around the world to submit original audiovisual concepts for a chance to have their work projected onto the
Government & RegulationsUAE Visit Visa Grace Period Ends July 9: What Affected Visitors Need to Do
Visitors who benefited from the UAE's temporary exemption from overstay fines have until July 9, 2026, to regularise their immigration status or leave the country, following the conclusion of the spec
Government & RegulationsDubai introduces flexible summer working hours for government employees
Dubai has announced the return of its annual flexible summer working initiative for government employees, introducing adjusted work schedules designed to support employee wellbeing while maintaining o
Government & RegulationsSharjah Residents Adjust Daily Routines as Road Works Trigger Longer Commutes
Residents across Sharjah are beginning to adapt their daily schedules as major road improvement projects and traffic diversions lead to increased congestion across key commuting corridors. The ongoing
Government & RegulationsUAE Defence Giant EDGE Launches Paris-Headquartered European Company Amid Rising Defence Demand
EDGE Group, the Abu Dhabi-based advanced technology and defence conglomerate, has announced the launch of EDGE Europe, a fully European company headquartered in Paris, marking a significant milestone
Government & RegulationsUAE’s New Salary Rule: Fines, Work Permit Suspensions and Travel Bans for Delayed Pay Explained
The UAE has introduced stricter salary payment regulations for private sector employers under the updated Wage Protection System (WPS), requiring companies to pay employee salaries by the first day of
Government & RegulationsUAE petrol prices may rise for fourth consecutive month in June amid elevated oil prices
Motorists in the UAE could face another increase in fuel costs next month, as the country's fuel price committee prepares to announce June 2026 petrol prices later this week. The expected increase com
Government & RegulationsUAE prepares for 9-day Eid Al Adha weekend with holidays, events and travel offers
Residents across the United Arab Emirates are preparing for one of the longest public holidays of the year as Eid Al Adha 2026 is expected to deliver a 9-day weekend for many employees and students. T
Government & RegulationsSharjah Extends Free Public Parking Amid Unstable Weather Conditions
Authorities in Sharjah have announced the extension of free public parking across the emirate until further notice, as unstable weather conditions continue to impact the region. The decision follows a
Government & RegulationsUAE banks move to end OTPs, shift to secure in-app verification
Banks across the UAE are preparing to eliminate SMS- and email-based one-time passwords (OTPs), replacing them with secure in-app verification systems in line with new regulatory requirements. All lic
