Anna Lee Gayongan, a Filipino expat based in Dubai, won the Dh30 million Big Ticket Grand Prize in draw series 282, held in Abu Dhabi. It was the first jackpot draw of the year. The winning ticket number, 074090, was purchased on December 21. Related Topics:UAEAbu DhabiPhilippinesBig Ticket»»»

Statement by Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri on the accession anniversary of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai: On the 20th anniversary of the accession of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum»»»

Dubai: UAE residents can feel January’s winter in full swing. This month is defined by a noticeable drop in temperatures across the country, offering residents and visitors a mix of pleasantly cool daytime weather and chilly nights. It is finally time to pull out the heavy sweaters and prep the out»»»

Makkah Al-Mukarramah: The Muslim World League (MWL) commended Saudi Arabia's announcement of its response to the request of the President of the Yemeni Presidential Leadership Council to hold a comprehensive conference in Riyadh, bringing together all southern factions at the negotiating table to d»»»

Egypt is conducting intensive contacts with all parties to the Yemeni conflict to urge de-escalation and support a peace path, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates said on Saturday, as Saudi-backed government forces retook the strategic port of Mukalla. In a formal s»»»

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Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Clashes erupt between Palestinian young men and Israeli occupation forces in the Jalazone refugee camp in the occupied West Bank: reports 0»»»

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited Sheikh Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed today at his home in Abu Dhabi. He engaged in cordial conversations with Sheikh Al Hamed and other attendees, reflecting the deep-rooted values of connection and solidarity that define Emirati s»»»

The US may want many of its foes gone from power. It doesn't usually send in the military and physically remove them. Venezuela's abrupt awakening took two forms. Its residents were woken abruptly to the sound of deafening booms: the sound of its capital Caracas under attack from US strikes targeti»»»

Doha, Qatar: The Legal and Judicial Studies Center at the Ministry of Justice announced the launch of its Specialized Legal Training Plan for 2026, which encompasses the general track for continuous professional development, in addition to specialized legal training programs tailored to various leg»»»

Doha, Qatar: Portuguese coach Ilidio Vale yesterday announced the Qatar U-23 team’s 23-man squad for the upcoming AFC U-23 Asian Cup set to kick off on Tuesday in Saudi Arabia. The national squad departed for Saudi Arabia following their final training session at home. The tournament will see 16 te»»»

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Secretary's SpeechLebanon PalestineZionist EntityRegional and International International More Video Language Ar En Fr EsSubscribe for Weekly Updates Subscribe Mass demonstrations in Venezuela condemning US aggression and the kidnapping of President Maduro: news agencies 03-01-2026 15:49 PM Latest »»»

Venezuela's state-run oil production and refining were operating normally on Saturday ​and suffered no damage from a US strike to extract the country's president, two sources with knowledge of the operations of energy company PDVSA said. US forces captured President Nicolas Maduro, US President Don»»»

Sharjah Police patrols successfully brought a vehicle to a safe stop after its cruise control malfunctioned while it was travelling at 80km/h, preventing the driver from controlling its speed. The incident occurred on Friday afternoon as the vehicle was moving from Ahmed bin Hadeed Roundabout towar»»»

Sharjah: The Sharjah Civil Defence Authority has stepped up its public awareness drive on fire safety, urging residents and businesses to ensure manual fire extinguishers are properly maintained and fit for use. The move comes as part of enforcement of Violation Clause 13, which targets neglected o»»»

MOSCOW (Sputnik) - The Russian Foreign Ministry has strongly condemned the US military strikes against Venezuela, calling them an "act of armed aggression" lacking credible justification. "This morning, the United States carried out an act of armed aggression against Venezuela. This causes deep con»»»

Dubai: Captain Dr Engineer Salem Al Marri of Dubai Police has emerged as a standout example of ambition and modern leadership after being crowned champion of the first edition of Challenge 71 for Young Government Leaders. The winner was announced in November 2025 by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin M»»»

The municipal carrier Burgasbus has denied any violation of the Euro Introduction Act following an inspection by the National Revenue Agency (NRA), which noted a 4 percent increase in the price of tickets purchased in cash on board the buses. Since the start of the year, a single public transport t»»»

As schools across the UAE reopen on January 5, children will be heading back to classrooms at a time when seasonal flu and viral infections are typically on the rise. Medical experts are urging parents to take simple but effective steps to protect their children’s health, strengthen immunity and ea»»»

As summer temperatures soar across Europe, tourists are increasingly looking to avoid the peak months, opting for quieter, more affordable travel periods. September is emerging as a preferred alternative, offering pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices. The latest travel trends report for»»»

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon said gunfire from an Israeli position hit close to its peacekeepers twice on Friday, reporting no casualties but decrying a "concerning trend". UNIFIL has repeatedly reported Israeli fire near or towards its personnel in recent months, and last week said »»»

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) announced that 2026 will mark the year of its full-scale rollout of artificial intelligence, advanced technologies and digital innovation, with the integration of cutting-edge solutions including all AI applications across the ministry’s sys»»»

New Delhi: Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was Saturday released by Indian Premier League team Kolkata Knight Riders after the cricket board "advised" it to do so, following tensions between the neighbouring nations. Mustafizur, who has played in the IPL for other teams in previous edition»»»

Dubai: Hatta Police Station has recognised a Dubai Municipality employee for his exemplary honesty after he found a tourist’s bag containing important documents and handed it over to the police. Mohammad Khan, an employee of Dubai Municipality, discovered the bag and promptly reported the matter to»»»

US forces have captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife during Washington’s strikes on the nation’s capital, US President Donald Trump has announced, adding that the two have been flown out of the South American country. Venezuelan authorities have long accused the US of attempting»»»

Saudi-backed troops on Saturday made advances in Yemen's resource-rich Hadramawt province, military officials said, as confrontations between forces backed by Riyadh and Abu Dhabi have triggered a deep rift between the two Gulf allies. The Saudis and Emiratis have for years supported rival factions»»»

Dubai Police have stepped up efforts to strengthen community safety by engaging key public and private sector partners in a high-level discussion on the future of road safety and security in labour areas. Represented by Jebel Ali and Al Barsha police stations, Dubai Police recently hosted a panel t»»»

Abu Dhabi: The Al Dhafra Municipality has urged the public to comply with regulations governing the use of public spaces for camping and events, warning that unauthorised activities could result in substantial fines. Also Read: UAE: Dh5,000 fines for public appearance violations in Al DhafraOrganis»»»

Venezuela’s allies were quick on Saturday to condemn US strikes on the country, which ended with the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Russia’s Foreign Ministry condemned what it called a US “act of armed aggression” against Venezuela in a statement posted on its Telegram channel. “Ve»»»

Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, and Chairman of the Executive Council of Dubai, offered followers a rare glimpse of the city on a foggy Saturday morning. Known for his photography, Sheikh Hamdan captured »»»

BEIRUT, Jan 2 (KUNA) -- The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said its peacekeepers came under fire twice from the Israeli occupation side of the Blue Line on Friday The peacekeepers, on patrol near the southeastern town of Kafer Shouba, reported fifteen rounds of small arms fire tha»»»

Dozens are missing after a boat carrying more than 200 migrants on their way to Europe capsized off the coast of Gambia, the West African nation’s leader said late Friday, setting off a frantic search and rescue operation. At least 102 survivors have been rescued and seven bodies recovered from the»»»

Competitions and activities for the final station of the 19th Al Dhafra Festival kick off today (Saturday) in Madinat Zayed, Al Dhafra Region. The festival is organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, in strategic partnership with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), with Modon Group as the»»»

Abu Dhabi: A former manager of a sewing workshop in Abu Dhabi has been ordered by the Abu Dhabi Court for Family, Civil and Administrative Claims to pay a total of Dh100,170 after being found guilty of diverting clients to his own business and misappropriating company funds. Also Read: Abu Dhabi: M»»»

The Central Bank of Libya (CBL) held an expanded meeting with recently approved foreign exchange bureaux and companies last Thursday (1 January), to organise the mechanism for supplying them with foreign currency and facilitating financial transfers. The CBL reported that the meeting, attended by r»»»

Abu Dhabi Police have announced a series of safety measures for motorists transporting motorcycles on trailers as part of their ongoing seasonal campaign, “Our Winter is Safe and Enjoyable.” The initiative aims to protect drivers and other road users during the cooler months, when travel tends to i»»»

Caracas: Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro announced a state of emergency in the country following aerial strikes against the capital Caracas. The Venezuelan government said that President Maduro declared a state of emergency to defend Venezuelan territory. The government said that the armed forc»»»

Dubai: A Dubai civil court has ruled in favour of a motorcycle rental company, ordering a private firm to pay Dh295,000, plus legal interest at 5 per cent from the date of the claim until full settlement, and to deliver 50 motorcycles as originally contracted. The judgment by the Dubai Primary Civi»»»

Work is under way on a South Atlantic island to preserve a key building in the story of polar explorer Ernest Shackleton. Shackleton famosly reached the whaling station of Stromness on South Georgia in 1916 after spending 18 months stranded on Antarctica with his crew. The now-dilapidated Stromness»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE is following with concern the developments that have taken place in Yemen over the past few hours and expresses its regret over the ongoing escalation. The UAE calls upon Yemenis to prioritise wisdom, exercise restraint, and work toward achieving security and stability in the cou»»»

Akram al-Amri, deputy head of Yemen’s Consultation and Reconciliation Commission, stated that the operation to take over military camps, led by the National Shield forces under the command of Salem al-Khanbashi, Governor of Hadhramaut and head of the security committee, is not a military offensive »»»

Dubai: It’s been a news-packed week in the UAE, with the country welcoming 2026 through dazzling New Year’s Eve celebrations, headlined by Burj Khalifa fireworks and grand events across the emirates. Authorities rolled out phased road closures and extended Metro services to manage crowds, while uns»»»

A decade in Dubai and a stroke of luck have paid off for an Indian expat who has bagged Dh100,000 in the UAE Lottery’s Lucky Chance category. Vijesh Kumar Paroli, from Kerala, was overjoyed after the unexpected win, thanking organisers from the UAE Lottery studio. “Thank you so much for the Dh100,0»»»

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) said gunfire from an Israeli position hit close to its peacekeepers twice on Friday, reporting no casualties but decrying a “concerning trend.” UNIFIL has repeatedly reported Israeli fire near or towards its personnel in recent months, and last w»»»

News report by Khaled Al-Mutairi KUWAIT, Jan 3 (KUNA) -- The offshore exploration project currently being implemented by Kuwait Oil Company (KOC) represents a pioneering national step aligning with requirements of State of Kuwait’s Oil Strategy 2040. The project opens the door to applying the lates»»»

Two people including a three-year-old child have been killed and around 28 others injured in a Russian strike on Kharkiv, Ukrainian officials have said. A multi-storey residential apartment block was almost completely destroyed in the dual missile attack on Friday afternoon, which Ukrainian Preside»»»

On Jan. 3, 1924, two years after rediscovering the tomb of Pharaoh Tutankhamun in Egypt, Howard Carter and his workers found the stone sarcophagus that contained the gold coffin and mummy of the boy king. 1 of 7 | A replica of a King Tutankhamun statue is on display at the Times Square Discovery Ce»»»

Abu Dhabi: The UAE Cybersecurity Council has urged the public to begin the new year by adopting smarter cybersecurity habits. In an official post on its social media channels, the council highlighted the importance of following simple guidelines to stay safe online. These include securing home Wi-F»»»

Dubai: A civil court in Dubai has rejected a lawsuit filed by an Arab national seeking to compel his brother to repay a cheque worth Dh3,150,000, ruling that the cheque was issued strictly as a security and had lost its legal value once its underlying purpose was fulfilled. The dispute arose from i»»»