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Dubai-to-Sharjah direction to be affected for four hours daily from September 11 to 18 Sharjah: A section of Emirates Road in Sharjah will be partially closed for a week as infrastructure works continue on the Etihad Rail project, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority (SRTA) has announced. The partial closure will affect traffic travelling on Emirates Road from Dubai towards Sharjah. The closure begins on Friday, September 11, and will continue until Friday, September 18, 2026. According to the authority, the partial closure will be in place for four hours each day, from 1am to 5am, allowing work to be…

Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved an official of the rank of Director-General as the first recipient of the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Medal, which is recognised as the highest accolade within the Government of Dubai. Sheikh Hamdan said the medal will be awarded to a recipient who excels in empowering and developing top second-tier leaders. The design of the medal also reflects the award’s mission to recognise leadership impact, empower talent and cultivate second-tier leaders. The medal’s design will be unveiled at the Mohammed bin Rashid Leadership Forum 2026. The winner will…

AL DHAFRA, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, inspected a number of service and economic projects in Ghayathi as part of his commitment to following up on development across the cities of Al Dhafra Region, assessing residents’ needs and supporting the foundations for growth and development. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan reviewed the new industrial land project and was briefed on its components, objectives and role in supporting industrial and investment activities and providing a suitable environment for business owners, contributing to stronger economic activity in the city. He also…

Affluent expats in the UAE are saving more than they would in their home countries despite high living costs, with many also increasing spending on travel, dining, family support and other areas, according to a report.Almost all respondents surveyed by St James’s Place Middle East, 96 per cent, said they earn more in the UAE than in their home countries, while 97 per cent said they manage to save more in the UAE than they would at home. Almost half, or 48 per cent, said they earn and save at least 25 per cent more.Career opportunities and the UAE’s tax…

Erling Haaland scored in the second half to give 10-man Manchester City a 1-0 Premier League win at bitter rivals Manchester United on Sunday, with the strike initially disallowed for offside before the decision was overturned following a lengthy and contentious VAR review.The match had burst into life with the sending-off of City’s Phil Foden in the 23rd minute for kicking out at Bruno Fernandes, yet it was United who ended the encounter feeling hard done by.Haaland was flagged offside after steering Josko Gvardiol’s cross into the net from a tight angle in the 60th minute, but replays showed that…

Three days of official mourning announced; funeral prayers to be held at King Faisal Mosque after Friday’s Asr prayer Sharjah: The Court of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has mourned the passing of Sheikh Mohammed bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, who died on Friday, September 11. Sheikh Mohammed was the brother of His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, and Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Salem bin Sultan Al Qasimi. In a statement, the Ruler’s Court extended its sincere condolences and sympathy to…

Speed limit on E311 will be reduced from 120km/h to 100km/h in both directions; two lanes on E11 will also close temporarily Abu Dhabi: The speed limit on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Road (E311) will be reduced from 120km/h to 100km/h in both directions from Monday, September 14, Abu Dhabi Mobility has announced. The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility) said the new speed limit will apply to traffic travelling in both directions on the road. In a separate announcement on its X account, Abu Dhabi Mobility said two left lanes on Sheikh Maktoum bin Rashid Road (E11),…

Minister says non-oil trade with BRICS countries exceeded US$312 billion last year, accounting for more than 30% of the UAE’s total non-oil tradeNew Delhi: His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, said the UAE’s participation in the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi reflects the country’s commitment to strengthening international cooperation and supporting development and peace efforts.Speaking on the sidelines of the summit, Al Zeyoudi said the UAE delegation, headed by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, underscores the country’s active and influential role within one…

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan greeted his driver in India before departing the country, and the video is now doing the rounds on social media. Sheikh Khaled was in India’s New Delhi for the 18th Brics summit, where leaders gathered to strengthen cooperation, including economic and developmental ties, and discuss key issues. Sheikh Khaled was already on his way, when he seemed to realise that he had not bid farewell to his driver. He turned around and walked back to shake his hand, and speak a few words to the driver. Users commented…

AJMAN, 13th September, 2026 (WAM) — The Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media is participating in the Arabian Travel Market 2026, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 14 to 17 September. The Department is presenting its tourism and cultural vision while showcasing the Emirate’s attractions to a select group of representatives from the global travel sector. Mahmoud Khalil Al Hashimi, Director General of the Ajman Department of Tourism, Culture and Media, affirmed that the participation represents a strategic milestone in strengthening the Emirate’s presence as an integrated tourism destination and expanding its network of cooperation with…