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NEW YEAR 2026

Thousands arrive early for Burj Khalifa NYE fireworks

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Thousands line walkways as Dubai prepares for Burj Khalifa fireworks.

Plan your trip: How to navigate downtown safely this NYE

Al Asayel Street closed: RTA advises alternative route

Rainfall recorded in Ras Al Khaimah.

New Year’s Eve weather alert issued for UAE

A rare behind-the-scenes look at how Ras Al Khaimah plans its biggest fireworks show yet (Pictured used for illustrative purposes).

A 400m Phoenix in the Sky? Inside RAK’s NYE show

Burj Khalifa NYE fireworks: Every Dubai road closure for New Year’s Eve 2026 explained

Burj Khalifa fireworks: Must-see Dubai road closure map

A light show and fireworks illuminate the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, during New Year's Eve celebrations in Dubai on January 1, 2025.

Where to watch Burj Khalifa New Year’s Eve for free

New Year's Eve fireworks at Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi.

NYE 2026: Best spots to watch fireworks in Abu Dhabi

New law: Merit-based hiring, flexible leave from Jan 1

New legislation rewards top performers and modernises government benefits

Sharjah announces free public parking on New Year’s Day

Public parking free across Sharjah, excluding smart and paid zones

UAE: Indian hit by e-scooter dies, gives life to six

50-year-old Kerala goldsmith's family turns tragedy into gift of life for six strangers

M. Baburajan will live on through six strangers he never met.

UAE petrol, diesel prices for January 2026 announced

The UAE’s Fuel Price Committee revises retail diesel and petrol prices at the end of every month to align with global rates.

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Muwafaq package helps UAE SMEs simplify tax compliance

Muwafaq package helps UAE SMEs simplify tax compliance

Abu Dhabi announces free parking, toll gate timings

Oman tightens entry rules for expatriate workers

Three win $1 million in Dubai Duty Free New Year draw

While Dubai celebrates, he is out saving lives tonight

While Dubai celebrates, he is out saving lives tonight

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Huawei Mate XT: The foldable that changed everything

Huawei Mate XT: The foldable that changed everything

Emirates flew 29,290 around the Earth in 2025

50 days to go: Countdown begins for Ramadan 2026

Why UAE’s new education laws are vital for the future

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De Montfort University Dubai wins sustainability award

Sustainovation Challenge winners receiving their awards from organisers, DMU Dubai and Ehfaaz

Double-deckers return to Karachi after over six decades

Dubai: Kerala expat wins Dh100K Big Ticket after 8 yrs

Pakistan enters 2026 as 5th most populous country

SPORT

Khushi Mukherjee names Suryakumar Yadav in viral clip

Khushi Mukherjee and Suryakumar Yadav

Ex-Aussie cricketer Damien Martyn in an induced coma

Ex-Aussie batter Damien Martyn