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The Dubai Creek Lights Project will celebrate the area's vibrant past and traditions. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dh80 million Dubai Creek Lights project to illuminate area's rich history

Major scheme primed to transform district into 'exceptional nighttime destination'

Dh19m in fines and 9,400 numbers cut in cold-calling crackdown

How The Sustainable City has become a blueprint for future communities

How The Sustainable City has become a blueprint for future communities

New passport centres for Indians in UAE to bring 'positive change'

Dubai's Salik recorded a decline in revenue and profits as the Iran war impacted traffic levels in the city. The National

Dubai's Salik reports 40 million fewer journeys in first half of year

UAE food price-tracking platform to expand after receiving 1,450 daily visits

Dubai ranks second in world for using AI to raise quality of life

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UAE motorists are being urged to be vigilant over tyre safety. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE drivers warned of tyre blowouts as temperatures soar

Motorists urged to maintain vehicles during intense heat to stay safe on the roads

Filipino bakery worker wins share of Dh20 million in Abu Dhabi's Big Ticket

One person killed and five injured in gas cylinder blast at Dubai car showroom

Etihad Rail sells more than 70,000 tickets since launch

UAE cyclists raise Dh2.4 million for fight against cancer

After 1,000 days, value of UAE aid delivered to Gaza reaches $3.8bn

Ras Al Khaimah property holds firm amid conflict as Al Marjan Island leads way

Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, spoke with Kuwait Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al Ahmad Al Sabah. UAE Presidential Court

Sheikh Abdullah and Kuwaiti Foreign Minister review regional stability

Senior ministers also discuss ways to expand bilateral ties

UAE approves use of drug to combat 'silent killer' high cholesterol

Middle East braces for heatwave as summer season hits peak

Dubai records 47 million fewer public transport journeys in first half of 2026

UAE launches award to honour those who create lasting legacy for annual themes

UAE stargazers await spectacular meteor shower and new moon

Sheikh Abdullah meets new UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband

President Sheikh Mohamed has directed the launch of the award built around the pillars of impact, sustainability and inspiration. Photo: Mohamed bin Zayed / X

UAE launches award to honour those who create lasting legacy for annual themes

President directs creation of UAE Year of Award to celebrate those who had tangible impact on their community

UAE stargazers await spectacular meteor shower and new moon

Sheikh Abdullah meets new UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband

UAE welcomes agreement to disarm Hamas in Gaza

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