A hotel in Abu Dhabi was evacuated after a fire broke out on its rooftop on Saturday. The blaze at the Grand Continental Flamingo on Hamdan Street in the capital started just before 6pm. The Abu Dhabi Civil Defence controlled the incident within an hour and guests and staff were able to return to the hotel. No injuries were reported.
Sharjah Police offers limited-time black points waiver
Coinciding with the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, Sharjah Police is waiving traffic points for violations committed before December 1, 2025 — provided they are paid by January 10, 2026.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed pardons 2,025 prisoners
A total of 2,025 prisoners will be released from Dubai's correctional facilities ahead of the 54th Eid Al Etihad.
Dubai Police crack down on delivery riders in high-speed lanes
Dubai Police have issued 8,152 fines to delivery riders caught using fast lanes, in violation of a new ban that came into effect at the start of the month.
UAE President pardons 2,937 inmates ahead of Eid Al Etihad
President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has ordered the release of 2,937 inmates from correctional institutions in the UAE.
Coinciding with the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, Sharjah Police is waiving traffic points for violations committed before December 1, 2025 — provided they are paid by January 10, 2026.
A total of 2,025 prisoners will be released from Dubai's correctional facilities ahead of the 54th Eid Al Etihad.
Dubai Police have issued 8,152 fines to delivery riders caught using fast lanes, in violation of a new ban that came into effect at the start of the month.
