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She jumped off Burj Khalifa, does head-down sky stunts

23,000-time skydiver reveals secrets behind viral stunts by Skydive Dubai’s daredevils

New UAE law gives buyers more rights

Law clarifies sale rules, protects vulnerable buyers and modernises remedies

What is changing in the UAE in 2026

A clear breakdown of the major policy changes, new laws and projects in the UAE

Key UAE updates in 2026 from air taxis and rail to new laws, new Friday prayer timings, school hours, taxes and single-use plastic bans.

Reckless driving: Police impound high-performance car

Police warn that illegal modifications and dangerous driving put public at risk.

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Zimaya Properties conducts groundbreaking for Belle Vie

Zimaya Properties conducts groundbreaking for Belle Vie

UAE mosques hold Friday prayers under new timings

Sharjah Police: A moment’s negligence leads to crash

UAE banks end SMS OTPs for online payments from Jan 6

Fines begin for firms missing Emiratisation targets

MoHRE has urged companies to make greater use of the Nafis programme platform

UAE airlines' travel advisory ahead of school reopening

Passengers arrive at Dubai International Airport as UAE airports brace for a surge in arrivals, with residents returning home after the winter holidays ahead of school reopening.

New ICP initiative to streamline UAE residency, visas

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra design leaks on One UI app

UAE to see calm Friday before unsettled weekend weather

Tommy Lee Jones's daughter Victoria found dead at 34

More hospitals join UAE’s basic health insurance plan

New UAE law allows minors to manage assets from age 15

New rules for UAE visitors to Georgia in 2026

SPORT

Usman Khawaja calls out racial bias as he retires

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja speaks during a media conference at the SCG in Sydney on January 2, 2026, ahead of the fifth and final Ashes cricket Test starting on January 4.

Ashwin questions future of ODI cricket post-2027

Ravichandran Ashwin

Kerala expat wins Dh100K UAE Lottery, eyes dream home

Kerala expat wins Dh100K UAE Lottery, eyes dream home

Solo winner: Indian man in Dubai wins Dh100K Big Ticket

Solo winner: Indian man in Dubai wins Dh100K Big Ticket

RTA eases trips to Global Village with scheduled buses

Public transport provides hassle-free travel and saves parking worries.

Screenshots to success: TikTok Vision Boards trend

Traditionally, it involved scissors, magazines, and a lot of glitter glue. TikTok, of course, has given it a fun twist.

Man fined in UAE for selling falcon he did not own

Seller held civilly liable after falcon traced to another owner. [Illustrative image]

First snow of the year blankets Istanbul

First snow of the year blankets Istanbul