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What really caused the UAE’s record March rainfall
Monday, March 30, 2026After one of the heaviest rain episodes recorded in the UAE in decades, a familiar question quickly resurfaced across social media and public discussions: were the storms intensified by cloud seeding, or were they entirely natural? Between March 21 and March 28, the UAE experienced intense rainfall driven by unstable weather conditions linked to a… Untitled
UAE introduces stricter rules on underage marriage
Tuesday, March 24, 2026The UAE has tightened regulations on marriages involving individuals under 18, introducing stricter approval conditions and enhanced judicial oversight. Under the revised law, registering a marriage for anyone under 18 remains prohibited unless authorised by a competent court. The updated provisions now require explicit verification that such a marriage serves the minor’s best interest, with… Untitled
Sharjah announces remote work for public sector employees due to rainfall
Monday, March 23, 2026The decision to implement remote work until March 26 aims to ensure business continuity while prioritising workforce safety The Sharjah announced remote work for government employees, effective immediately until Thursday, March 26. Sharjah Human Resources Department has authorised heads, directors general, and managers of government departments, bodies, and institutions across the emirate to implement the… Untitled
UAE strongly condemns attack on hospital in Sudan’s East Darfur
Monday, March 23, 2026The United Arab Emirates has strongly condemned the targeting of a hospital in East Darfur, Sudan, which resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries, calling the incident a serious breach of international humanitarian law. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, officials denounced the attack and reaffirmed the country’s firm rejection of… Untitled
Dubai issues urgent weather warning as heavy rain sweeps across the city
Monday, March 23, 2026Authorities in Dubai have issued an urgent weather warning as heavy rain and unstable conditions are expected to impact the emirate throughout the week. According to the National Centre of Meteorology, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning, thunder, and possible hail are forecast between Monday, March 23, and Friday, March 27. The weather system is expected to… Untitled
‘Eid Mubarak to all who call the UAE home’: Sheikh Mohamed’s SMS inspires unity
Friday, March 20, 2026‘UAE stays strong through its protectors and united people this Eid,’ says Sheikh Mohamed The SMS, sent to mobile users nationwide, underscored the UAE’s unity, resilience, and community spirit during Eid. Residents welcomed the personal gesture, expressing gratitude for the President’s words. The message, available in both Arabic and English, emphasised togetherness, family values, and… Untitled
Dubai announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday for public sector employees
Wednesday, March 18, 2026Dubai authorities have announced Eid Al Fitr holidays for public sector employees in the emirate, days ahead of the national break that marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan. In a statement, Dubai Government’s Human Resources Department stated that government employees will get four days off from Thursday, March 19 to Sunday, March… Untitled
Remote learning extended for next two weeks across the UAE
Tuesday, March 17, 2026Schools and universities will operate remotely with situation reviewed on a weekly basis The announcement represents the latest move by authorities in the UAE to continue to provide education for students and pupils despite the disruption caused by the attacks from Iran. The decision applies to pupils as well as teaching and administrative staff across… Untitled
Drones target Fujairah oil complex for second consecutive day, port suspends oil loading
Tuesday, March 17, 2026The key port of Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates has suspended oil loadings, Bloomberg News reported. Fujairah, which has come under a series of attacks, is typically the outlet for more than 1 million barrels per day of the state firm’s Murban crude. A new drone strike hit the Fujairah oil complex on the… Untitled
Dubai Airport flights resume on limited schedule after drone causes fuel tank fire
Monday, March 16, 2026Flights have resumed on a limited schedule at Dubai International Airport (DXB) after a fire broke out “resulting from impact to one of the fuel tanks” in what authorities earlier described as “a drone-related incident”. Elsewhere, one person died after a missile fell on a vehicle in Al Bahyah area of Abu Dhabi, the government… Untitled
