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STRAIT OF HORMUZ CRISIS

UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

UAE condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia

Passengers leave the baggage claim hall at Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026.

UAE flight disruptions continue: Latest status

Vessels transit the Hormuz Strait off the coast of Iran. The US had publicly acknowledged its mine-clearing effort in April, when Central Command said underwater drones would be among the forces deployed to help establish a new passage through Hormuz.

How US Navy divers, drones cleared Hormuz mines

This handout natural-colour image acquired with MODIS on NASA’s Terra satellite taken on February 5, 2025 shows the Gulf of Oman and the Makran region (C) in southern Iran and southwestern Pakistan, and the Strait of Hormuz (L) and the northern coast of Oman (bottom).

US-Iran war: What UAE residents need to know today

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Fire reported at factory in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Police has urged the public to rely on official sources for information

Sharjah Police retrieve $100k stolen beads in 24 hours

Sharjah Police also warned people buying or selling valuable goods through social media

How UAE parents can keep common school illnesses at bay

UAE specialists explain the illnesses children may face after returning to classrooms

Doctors say that exposure to germs is an inevitable part of childhood but the goal is to build healthy habits that support the body’s natural defences

How skill level in UAE impacts salary, grace period

How skill level in UAE impacts salary, grace period

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JK Cement UAE launches JK Profix Construction Chemicals

Amit Kothari, CEO of JK Cement UAE, addresses the gathering

Dubai-based Nepali expat skips vacation for flood aid

Dust reduces visibility in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Dubai families rethink travel after school break change

Merrell Moab 3 review for UAE hiking trails

A dependable hiking boot can make all the difference when cooler weather opens up longer days on rugged trails.

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Michelin Guide Dubai announces fifth edition ceremony

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Middle East Film & Comic Con returns to ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from 11 to 13 September, marking its 14th edition.