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Eid Al Fitr: UAE announces March 20 as start of festival
The sighting of the crescent marking the beginning of the month of Shawwal was not confirmed today. Hence, Eid Al Fitr will fall on Friday (March 20), the UAE's authorities confirmed. According to the UAE official holidays, the first three
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Eid Al Fitr 2026: UAE prayer timings revealed for all emirates
With the holy month of Ramadan coming to an end, the people across UAE are gearing up for Eid Al Fitr, which is celebrated at the conclusion of their month-long fasting period. Like all other things in Islam, even celebrations start with prayer.
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How UAE families can apply for free Fazaa membership in 2026
Dubai: UAE resident families may now apply for a free Fazaa discount membership, launched in partnership with the Family Ministry under the “Year of the Family 2026” initiative. The programme is intended to give households access to
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US‑Israel war with Iran, Day 19: What you need to know
The UAE confirmed casualties from Iranian attacks, naming victims and saying air defences intercepted missiles and drones. Distance learning was
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PIA flight from Fujairah to Lahore diverted to Karachi
A Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) flight heading from Fujairah to Lahore had to be diverted because of a cabin pressure issue in the coastal
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Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi closed on occasion of Eid Al Fitr
The Pakistan Embassy in Abu Dhabi has announced closure timings on the occasion of Eid Al Fitr. In observance of the holiday, operations will be
Read More4-year-old rescued in UAE after swimming pool near drowning
Health authorities in Abu Dhabi have praised the rapid response of emergency teams and hospital staff after a four-year-old girl was stabilised following a near-drowning incident. SEHA, a subsidiary of PureHealth, said the child was underwater
Read MoreEmergency support for UAE golden visa holders
The recent evacuation efforts that enabled so many stranded residents to return to the UAE have underscored the support structure in place for long-term residents based abroad, especially Golden Visa holders. Recently, the Ministry of Foreign
Read MoreOne killed after missile falls on civilian car in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi authorities have not said if anyone is injured following allegations that a missile fell on a civilian vehicle in the Al Bahyah district. The assailant was killed and identified as a Palestinian national. The UAE authorities
Read MoreFujairah confirms fire at oil industries area after drone attack
In a flash report early morning on Monday, the Fujairah Media Office said that the competent authorities in the emirate confirmed a fire was developing at Fujairah Oil Industry Zone due to it being targeted by a drone. There were no injuries
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