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UAE weather: Partly cloudy conditions; Dubai temperatures to dip to 17ºC

The weather today is expected to be fair in general and partly cloudy at times as per a forecast by the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM).

Ramadan 2026: 6 planets to align in UAE skies; how to watch

During the holy month of Ramadan, the night sky is putting on a rare spectacle — a planetary parade visible to residents across the UAE. As families gather in deserts and quiet spots beyond the city lights to break their fast, they can gaze up to the cosmos to see numerous planets adorn the skyline.

How UAE students should build university profile, think beyond grades

For thousands of UAE students aiming for top US universities, academic excellence remains a priority.

Employee to pay over Dh290,000 to company in embezzlement case: Abu Dhabi court

A labour court in Abu Dhabi has ordered an employee to pay over Dh290,000 to his former company, after he was found guilty of embezzling the firm's money.

UAE jobs: Is it legal to make employees work during annual leave?

Question: I work for a mainland company in Dubai and was assigned a project just one month before my leave is due to start. The project will take at least three months to complete, and I am working against a deadline. It is impossible to complete the project if I go on leave. My boss refuses to reassign it to someone else, saying that I can work while on leave if required. What are my legal options in this situation? Can my boss ask me to work while I am on leave? Can I be dismissed for not completing the project if its deadline coincides with my approved leave?

Watch: Residents brave heavy rains, share umbrella amid downpour in Fujairah

Heavy rains lashed parts of the UAE on Friday (January 9), with the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) sharing footage of the downpour across several regions. Videos shared by the weather department showed rain-soaked roads and overcast skies as showers intensified in some areas. A clip from Fujairah captured a more heartwarming moment amid the heavy rains, showing a father and a child braving strong winds and heavy rains as they walked along a water-logged road, sharing a small umbrella for c

UAE weather: Foggy mornings, rainfall expected in some parts till Jan 13

The National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) has forecast humid and changeable weather across the UAE from Friday until Tuesday, with a chance of mist or light fog in the mornings and isolated rainfall in some areas.

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Blue Moon in UAE skies? What 2026 has in store for residents

UAE welcomed New Year with bursts of colour in the sky, and drone formations. As the country embraces 2026, nature has planned some shows of its own. Lights will shoot across the universe, giving eager UAE residents a chance to spot meteors as they zoom past. The moon will come closer to the Earth, giving residents a close up view of our planet's only natural satellite.Take a look at all that the celestial treats that UAE skies hold for residents this year:Stay up to date with the latest news. F

UAE: 'King of planets' Jupiter can be seen with naked eye this weekend; how to watch

Astronomy enthusiasts across the UAE are in for a celestial treat on Saturday evening as Jupiter reaches opposition, a rare and highly anticipated event that offers one of the best opportunities of the year to observe the giant planet.Jupiter will reach opposition on January 10, meaning it will be positioned directly opposite the Sun from Earth. During this alignment, the planet rises in the east at sunset, shines at its brightest, and appears larger and closer than at any other time of the year

How Indian schools in UAE are adjusting exam routines for students, staff ahead of Ramadan

With Ramadan expected to begin in mid-February, Indian schools across the UAE are responding in varied ways to final examinations — from modifying study schedules during school hours to spreading teacher tasks such as paper correction over multiple shorter sessions.School leaders pointed out that the key lies in preparing nearly a year in advance, aligning UAE academic calendars with the shifting Islamic lunar cycle, and ensuring that exams respect both academic requirements and the realities of

UAE: Some parents face traffic, 'forget' new Friday school timings

Many parents across the UAE faced heavy traffic on Friday (January 9) — the first day of revised school dismissal schedules following changes to Jumu’ah prayer timings. While some were able to rearrange work commitments, others found themselves stuck in gridlock and returning late to the office.

Married in Dubai, divorced in India: Do you need to attest documents here in UAE?

Question: I got married in Dubai, but my divorce was finalised in an Indian court. Do I need to have the divorce attested in the UAE?Answer: It is assumed that you are a non-Muslim resident; therefore, the provision of the UAE civil procedure code is applicable.A notarised foreign document may be enforced in the UAE in accordance with Article 224 of Federal Decree-Law No. (42) of 2022 Promulgating the Civil Procedure Code, Chapter 4: Execution of Foreign Judgements, Orders and Instruments of the

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UAE: Woman duped in phone scam, court orders fraudsters to repay Dh40,900

A court in Abu Dhabi has ordered two defendants to repay more than Dh40,000 to an Emirati woman after finding they deceived her in an online scheme.

UAE employees put job security ahead of pay hikes as uncertainty, AI reshape careers

As 2026 approaches, many employees across the UAE are quietly rethinking what “progress” at work really means.A new regional survey shows that only 46 per cent of people plan to ask for a pay rise next year — a sharp fall from 71 per cent in 2025 — underscoring a growing sense of caution in the workforce.The Middle East Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2025 reveals that job security has overtaken salary growth as the top concern, with 85 per cent of respondents prioritising stability when consid

UAE: Minimum salary rule to boost Emiratis' pay; focus now on hybrid jobs

Salaries of the UAE citizens grew by six per cent annually in 2025, and many of the private sector entities offer higher salaries than the revised salary of Dh6,000 announced by the government last month.

UAE Cracks Down on Ramadan Begging: Over 400 Arrested in Nationwide Campaign

Authorities across the United Arab Emirates have intensified their fight against organized begging during the holy month of Ramadan, with police forces arresting more than 400 individuals engaged in fraudulent solicitation schemes.

Eid Morning Magic: UAE Faithful Gather at Historic Open-Air Prayer Grounds

As dawn breaks this Eid morning - whether Sunday or Monday depending on the lunar sighting - a remarkable spiritual spectacle unfolds across the Emirates. Tens of thousands of worshippers will stream into vast open-air prayer grounds known as Eid Musallahs, continuing a tradition that has united Muslim communities for fourteen centuries.