Saudi Arabia cold wave drops temperatures to zero

Temperatures are expected to continue falling across several regions of Saudi Arabia, accompanied by active winds, as a cold wave intensifies over large parts of the Kingdom, according to the National Centre for Meteorology. The centre said the temperature drop will affect a wide range of areas, including Makkah and Madinah, Tabuk, Al Jouf, the […]

Ajman Ruler, Crown Prince attend Arabian Horse Championship closing

H.H. Sheikh Humaid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ajman, and H.H. Sheikh Ammar bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Crown Prince of Ajman and Chairman of the Executive Council, attended this evening the closing ceremony of the 23rd Ajman Arabian Horse Beauty Championship 2026, held in Al Jurf 2 area. H.H. Sheikh […]

Cameroon, Morocco to face off in AFCON quarter-finals

The stage is set for a heavyweight showdown in the CAF AFCON quarter-finals as Cameroon and Morocco secured their spots in the next round following intense Round of 16 action in Rabat tonight. In a high-stakes encounter at Agdal Stadium, Cameroon’s Indomitable Lions punched their ticket to the final eight with a gritty 2-1 victory […]

Saudi raises Saudisation in engineering, procurement

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development has announced two new decisions aimed at increasing Saudi participation in specialised jobs and creating better employment opportunities for citizens. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), the first decision raises Saudisation in engineering roles to 30 per cent and sets a new minimum salary of SR8,000 for […]

Arsenal beat Bournemouth to stay top

Arsenal defeated Bournemouth 3-2 today at the Vitality Stadium in the 20th round of the English Premier League. With the result, Arsenal raised their tally to 48 points at the top of the standings, while Bournemouth remained on 23 points in 15th place. The round also saw Aston Villa defeat Nottingham Forest 3-1, allowing Villa […]

Creative City Fujairah bolsters national media role

Creative City Media Free Zone, Fujairah continues to strengthen its position as one of the UAE’s leading national platforms supporting the media sector and creative industries, through an integrated ecosystem that combines a flexible regulatory environment, advanced infrastructure, and specialised services. This approach aligns with the UAE’s strategic vision to build a knowledge-based economy driven […]

UAE leaders honour Sheikh Mohammed’s 20 years of leadership

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has emphasised that the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, continues to drive the UAE’s growth. In a post on social media, the UAE President praised Sheikh Mohammed’s inspiring record of achievements and […]

Back to School 2026: Key changes for UAE parents

From how long children stay in school to when they sit exams and even how absences are counted – the UAE’s education system is undergoing some of its most far-reaching reforms in years. In this academic year, parents will need to adjust to a new rhythm shaped by a unified school calendar, stricter attendance rules, […]

UAE Urges Public to Improve Online Safety

The UAE Cybersecurity Council has urged the public to begin the new year by adopting smarter cybersecurity habits. In an official post on its social media channels, the council highlighted the importance of following simple guidelines to stay safe online. These include securing home Wi-Fi networks, keeping devices and software up to date, verifying the […]

UAE Banks Drop SMS OTPs for Online

Several major banks operating in the UAE have begun notifying customers that they will stop sending one-time passwords (OTPs) via text message for online card purchases, as part of a shift towards app-based authentication, according to messages sent to customers this week. In text alerts issued on December 31, 2025, banks with some of the largest […]