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[ad_1] Passengers on Air India Express flight IX 346 from Dubai to Kozhikode suff_ered a four-hour ordeal inside a grounded aircraft without air conditioning before being told the flight was cancelled. Boarding began at 8:15am, but passengers remained locked inside until 12:15pm with no updates. Videos showed travelers fanning themselves in discomfort. Many missed work […]
[ad_1] The Sharjah Book Authority (SBA) has approved 167 new titles for 2025 under its publishing and translation support initiatives. Selected from 2,478 global submissions, these include 99 titles under the Translation Grant, 20 via the Onshur Fund, and 48 directly supported by SBA. Since its 2011 launch, SBA has backed 2,405 titles, reinforcing its
[ad_1] As part of Union Pledge Day celebrations on July 18, Ajman has honored the nation’s legacy by naming a key street “Ahd Al Ittihad” — meaning “Union Pledge.” This symbolic move marks 54 years since the signing of the UAE’s Union declaration and Constitution. Located at the entrance of Al Raqaib 2, the new
[ad_1] In a quick and heroic response, Dubai’s maritime rescue team successfully saved 14 people from a ship stranded near the breakwater amid dangerous sea conditions. Despite strong winds and rough waves, the team acted swiftly, preventing a potential disaster. Major Marwan Al Kaabi, Head of the Maritime Rescue Unit at Dubai Police, said the
[ad_1] Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s first low-cost airline, has launched direct flights to Sialkot, Pakistan, expanding its presence in South Asia. The new route operates three times a week—on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays—from Zayed International Airport, adding to the airline’s existing services to Multan and Faisalabad. Flight 3L 311 departs Abu Dhabi
[ad_1] Hundreds of Wizz Air employees—including pilots, cabin crew, and management—are grappling with job insecurity following the airline’s abrupt decision to shut down its Abu Dhabi operations by September 2025. Many are now actively seeking local employment, hoping to remain in the UAE. Despite the airline’s 20% year-on-year growth in 2024, Wizz Air cited geopolitical
[ad_1] The UAE has overtaken the US to become the world’s second-highest builder of supertall skyscrapers, according to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH). With over 30 buildings above 300 metres and 200 surpassing 150 metres, the UAE’s skyline, led by Dubai’s Burj Khalifa, reflects its rapid urban growth and global ambition.
[ad_1] Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Vice-President and Deputy Prime Minister, joined residents for a game of volleyball during the ‘Abu Dhabi Summer Sports’ event. The leader also toured the venue, met organisers, and learned about the event’s programmes. A video shared by WAM captured the moment, showcasing the UAE’s leadership’s ongoing commitment
[ad_1] Sharjah’s Ruler, His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, has unveiled plans for a new scenic road connecting Sharjah to Khorfakkan. The mountain-top route will rise to 1,100 metres above sea level and be surrounded by lush landscapes, water canals, and picturesque houses. Described as “a miracle never seen before,” the road
[ad_1] Heading out with family this weekend? You’re in for a cool surprise! On Sunday, July 20, The Market Island at Festival City Mall is giving away 3,000 free scoops of ice cream to celebrate International Ice Cream Day, part of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) campaign. Flavors include vanilla, chocolate, and pistachio, available from
