Social media users were urged to report offensive content through official channels and to embody the morals demonstrated by UAE leadership
Culture & Society
Dubai
Dubai launches new child protection framework to safeguard kids, youth
The initiative aligns with the Dubai Social Agenda 33, launched by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, under the theme ‘Family: The Foundation of Our Nation’
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Early Childhood Authority unveils new quality assessment system for child services
According to the ECA, the system will ensure children in Abu Dhabi have access to safe and enriching experiences based on criteria derived from global practices but tailored to UAE culture, values and context
Farming
Saudi potato growers chipper as Kingdom 87% self-sufficient for staple, food producers s-mash targets
Growers in Saudi Arabia produced more than 621,000 tons of potatoes in 2023
UAE courts
UAE jails 80 members of fraud gang, life-terms and $272,000 fines for ‘Bahloul Gang’
UAE hands out terms including life imprisonment and $272,000 for gang members
National Center of Meteorology (NCM)
UAE weather: Rain forecast with chance of fog
UAE weather forecasters share details of upcoming rain
Abu Dhabi real estate
Eid Al Fitr in the UAE; Visa-free travel ideas; Dubai villa sales surge; Sheikh Mohammed reveals $65bn investment plan – 10 things you missed this week
UAE Eid Al Fitr dates and travel ideas. Dubai real estate analysis, Saudi sick leave warning and more top news stories this week
MBRSC
UAE satellite: Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to launch Etihad-SAT on Saturday, March 15
The UAE’s Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre will launch Etihad-SAT from California
Aviation
Flyadeal introduces new travel insurance packages from $3
Flyadeal expands offering with affordable travel insurance cover for passengers
Endowment Funds
Dubai endowment assets reach $3bn
Dubai endowment assets reached AED11.1bn ($3bn) in 2024 said Sheikh Hamdan
Attestation services
UAE slashes attestation waiting times with online document issuance
Two UAE government ministries integrate systems to reduce waiting times and enhance efficiency for online document issuance
Agriculture
Saudi Arabia sourcing its own tomatoes as agriculture sector ripening
Saudi Arabia self-sufficient in tomato production
affordable homes
Dubai announces plans to build over 17,000 affordable homes; approves independent legal consultant project
Dubai Executive Council approves plans to build affordable homes, introduce independent legal consultancies and enhance Arabic education
Dubai
Dubai to transform public spaces into art showcases under new partnership
The agreement, which supports the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, will focus on transforming Dubai’s streets and public spaces
Pope Francis
Pope Francis shows ‘slight improvement’ amid ongoing medical treatment
The Vatican reassured the public that Pope Francis’ condition remains stable
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia celebrates Flag Day featuring iconic 172m tall Jeddah flagpole
Saudi flag soaring atop Jeddah’s tallest flagpole, symbolizing monotheism, justice, and strength
Dubai
Dubai Police arrest 10 illegal street vendors during Ramadan 2025
Dubai Police has urged residents to report illegal street vending through the 901 Call Centre or the ‘Police Eye’ service on the Dubai Police App
