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Construction has commenced on the Gateway Lunar Space Station, featuring a crucial airlock supplied by the UAE. Salem Al Marri, Director General of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC), announced this development on social media. Al Marri expressed excitement, stating that work on the station began after the UAE's...

The Abu Dhabi Judicial Department is cautioning parents and children about the potential risks associated with sharing photos and videos on social media. They emphasize the importance of protecting minors and ensuring their safety in online activities. While children innocently sharing family photos may seem harmless, the department warns of...

Abu Dhabi's Department of Health (DoH) has introduced the Sanadkom initiative, digitally integrating services from seven government entities to simplify procedures for bereaved families. Launched as part of the Abu Dhabi Programme for Effortless Customer Experience, the initiative initially focuses on serving the families of deceased UAE nationals, with plans...

Masdar City, which is one of the UAE’s world-renowned centers for sustainability and innovation, opened its first mosque in Abu Dhabi; Estidama Mosque. This green mosque situated in the Masdar Park is designed with community and sustainability as its key objectives. The dome-shaped building measuring precisely 500sqm is intended to consume a...

Salik Company PJSC, Dubai's toll gate operator has revealed that two new toll gates will be built in the city center. These gates shall be located at Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and Al Safa South on Sheikh Zayed Road, which lies between Al Meydan Street and UmmAl Sheif...

Motorists in Abu Dhabi are advised by the Integrated Transport Centre about a partial road closure on a significant route starting this Friday. The E22 Abu Dhabi-Al Ain Road will experience partial closure from Friday, January 19, to Sunday, January 21, according to the authority's announcement. Abu Dhabi Announces Partial...

UAE visitors seeking to change their visa status by traveling to Oman via bus are encountering challenges due to a surge in demand, resulting in fully booked "visa-change packages." Travel agents report a significant increase in inquiries, prompting advice for travelers to plan well in advance. The application for these...

Hydrogen-powered cars are about to be integrated into the fleet in Abu Dhabi tour company, Nirvana Tours and Logistics (NTL), a part of Nirvana Holding Company collaborating together with MMEC Mannesmann—a local company founded on the energy sector. This initiative is in line with the COP28 momentum that highlights a pledge...

Oman has revealed plans for the first spaceport in the Middle East, named Etlaq, set to be fully operational by 2030. The National Aerospace Services Company (Nascom) announced the ambitious project during the Middle East Space Conference in Muscat. Strategically located in Duqm, the spaceport will accommodate various-sized space launchers....

Saudi Arabia has announced a SR 500 fine for failure to secure the resident ID within 90 days of entering the kingdom results in a fine of SR500. Saudi Arabia Announces SR500 Fine If Resident Fails to Obtain ID in 90 Days In Saudi Arabia, obtaining a resident identification card...

The citizens of Kuwait are set to enjoy an extended three-day weekend as the Civil Service Commission has announced a public holiday on February 8, 2024, (Thursday) for Isra Wal Miraj. Kuwait Announces Public Holiday on February 8, Three Day Weekend Ahead According to the details, all ministries and government...

Saudi Arabia's Special Forces for Environmental Security (SFES) is actively discouraging the hunting of hyenas to protect endangered wildlife. SFES warned that hunting hyenas can result in fines of up to SR80,000, part of the kingdom's broader efforts to address ecological violations and promote environmental conservation. The public is encouraged...