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UAE rain update: Closures, delays and safety warnings

UAE weather: A break down of all the closures, flight delays, and remote work rules

Is remote work mandatory during UAE rainstorms?

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UAE storm alert: Experts break down what employees need to know about attending work, pay, and safe commuting during extreme weather.

Rain in UAE: Is Global Village open today?

The National Center of Meteorology has warned of unstable weather until tomorrow

UAE weather alert: Global Village closed amid heavy rain and storms

What the UAE’s plastic ban means for everyday shopping

Find out which everyday plastic items are being phased out in the UAE

Explained: Which single-use plastics are banned in the UAE from 2026 and what exceptions and alternatives apply.

Eid holiday dates for 2026 in UAE revealed

UAE public holiday dates 2026: How many days off will UAE residents get for Eid next year?

Planning annual leave in the UAE? Find out the predicted public holiday dates for Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha 2026 (picture used for illustrative purposes).

Can rain delays count as working hours in the UAE?

Find out when private sector employees can include their commute as official working hours

Traffic jam due to a breakdown or adverse weather? The UAE Labour Law has three exceptions where your travel time must be counted as paid work.

Key UAE legal reforms residents should know

What has changed in UAE laws? New penalties, child protection and foster care updates

A clear guide to the UAE’s updated federal laws, explaining who is affected and how the changes impact residents, families and professionals.

7 New Year countdowns in one night at Global Village

Global Village also announces extended hours for New Year's Eve

Ring in 2026 at Dubai’s Global Village with seven New Year countdowns, live DJ performances, fireworks, drone shows, and family-friendly attractions.

5 key rules tourists should know before visiting Dubai

A practical guide to local customs, laws and everyday expectations for travellers

According to Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the emirate welcomed 11.17 million international visitors between January and July 2025.

How to check if you have a travel ban in the UAE

How to check your status for civil or financial cases using official online services

Facing a financial or civil case in the UAE? Find out the official and secure ways to check for a travel ban.

UAE 2026 projects that will change your daily life

From new projects to reforms, see how next year will reshape living in the UAE

Key upgrades in transport, education, banking, tourism, and environmental initiatives set to transform daily routines.

New UAE rules in 2026 that will reshape daily life

From banking security to mandatory content creator licences, here’s a full breakdown

From sugar taxes to banking security and plastic bans, these new regulations could quietly reshape daily life for residents and businesses.

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