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Up to Dh8,000 fines: Abu Dhabi warns against illegal billboards, signages
The authorities of Abu Dhabi have called for the placement and design of billboards and other signages within the emirate to conform to the approved standards. Those failing to comply will be subjected to considerable monetary fines. For habitual
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Some UAE banks to raise minimum balance requirement from June 1
Some banks operating in the UAE have plans to raise the minimum balance requirement from Dh3,000 to Dh5,000, citing compliance with the Central Bank’s personal loan rules. This modification will be operational from June 1, though at least
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Disneyland to open region first Disney theme park in Abu Dhabi
That’s right: the UAE is set to welcome a new theme park; Disneyland. The park will be located in Abu Dhabi, which will serve as the regions first Disney theme park and seventh Disney resort worldwide. The theme park was announced in a special
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Abu Dhabi ‘coral garden’: 40,000 artificial reefs to restore marine ecosystem
Abu Dhabi has initiated the largest coral garden project in the Middle East region to safeguard and rehabilitate marine biodiversity. Dubbed as
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UAE: New interactive garden with over 10,000 butterflies to open in Abu Dhabi this September
For the love of butterflies—over 10,000 butterflies will populate an interactive reserve set to open in Abu Dhabi this September. The reserve
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How Abu Dhabi Police uses tech, drones to ensure 'zero disruptions' during emergencies
Al Falah Police Station in Abu Dhabi had to deal with a Covid-19 outbreak, but that didn’t stop the police from operating; it only changed
Read MoreNew speed limits in UAE: These 4 roads announced changes in 2025
As UAE residents have many hours on the road, it is crucial to stay tuned to updated speed limits in order to avoid fines and black points. We're in 2025 and authorities have announced the new limits as part of measures to ensure the
Read MoreAbu Dhabi extends maternity leave for private sector employees
Abu Dhabi announced on Tuesday an extension of maternity leave for Emirati women working in the private sector. This new policy aims to support working mothers by providing additional time off, enhancing work-life balance, and promoting family
Read MoreViswanathan Anand is expected in Abu Dhabi for Fide centenary festivities
On Thursday, the International Chess Federation (Fide) will celebrate its centenary in Abu Dhabi with the participation of renowned Indian grandmaster Viswanathan Anand. Anand will be there, as well as other notable figures in the world and the
Read MoreSurf Abu Dhabi Joins 2025 World Surf League
The World Surf League (WSL) has officially announced Surf Abu Dhabi, situated on Hudayriyat Island in Abu Dhabi, as a new venue for the 2025 Championship Tour (CT). This exciting development adds a prestigious stop to the global surfing circuit.
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