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Friday’s weather in the UAE will be fair to partly cloudy, with low clouds likely over eastern areas in the morning. Temperatures will stay high as the UAE enters Jamrat Al Qayth, the peak of the summer season marked by intense heat and dry conditions. Dubai and Abu Dhabi will experience another hot, sunny day on Friday, with highs of 41°C in Dubai and 42°C in Abu Dhabi. Overnight lows will be 31°C and 30°C, respectively. Winds will be light to moderate, mainly from the northwest before shifting to the southeast, with speeds between 10 and 20 km/h and occasional gusts up to 30 km/h. Sea conditions will remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Oman Sea.The highest temperature recorded in the UAE on Thursday was 49.7°C in Al Jazeera B.G. in.
Motorists in Abu Dhabi could face a Dh500 fine for leaving their vehicles runningand unattended, police have warned. Abu Dhabi Police urged drivers not to leave their vehicles with the engine running while shopping, using ATMs, stopping at fuel stations or stepping away for prayers, warning that doing so increases the risk of theft or vehicle fires. Abu Dhabi Police also highlighted the dangers of leaving children, particularly infants, inside running vehicles, saying the practice poses a serious safety risk. Authorities stressed that motorists should always switch off the engine, remove the key and secure the vehicle before leaving it unattended, whether at home or in public.Abu Dhabi Police shared an awareness video highlighting the dangers of leaving vehicles running.
The UAE President welcomed outstanding graduates of the academic year 2025-26, in a move to acknowledge these students' efforts and support their endeavours. UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan shared heartfelt images from the gathering and emphasised the value to education to the country. He said: "Education remains a cornerstone of the UAE’s continued development, and teachers and families are essential partners in supporting students’ lifelong pursuit of knowledge." The leader continued to wish them success and commended the "tireless efforts of our nation’s educators in enabling their learning journey." Take a look at some photographs from the gathering below: The nation's commitment to education can be seen across metrics..
Dubai's marine transport network is set for a data-driven upgrade as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) rolls out an enhanced Seasonal Network initiative powered by artificial intelligence and predictive analytics. The move is designed to improve service flexibility and respond more efficiently to fluctuating passenger demand during peak seasons, public holidays and major events across the emirate.The summer operating plan, effective in July, is built on an integrated big-data repository tracking passenger numbers, revenue, and occupancy rates. Officials say the system sharpens forecasting accuracy and supports more responsive operational decisions as usage patterns shift throughout the year.
How the AI-led model works?
At the centre of the initiative is an AI-led model.
In a significant move toward inclusivity, the Indian Ambassador to the UAE confirmed that People of Determination (PoD) will receive special treatment at all new passport centres.
Speaking at an interactive session organised by the Indian Association Sharjah, Dr Deepak Mittal announced that PoDs will be allocated dedicated counters and do not require a prior appointment. They can visit any ICAC as a walk-in and will be granted priority service, bypassing the usual queues
On Wednesday, Kerala-based Alhind Tours and Travels rolled out their new Indian Consular Application Centres (ICAC) in 16 locations across the UAE
At the company’s flagship centre in UW Mall, three counters were reserved for PoDs. The centre, spread over 12,000 square meters, has over 70 counters and.
Mediclinic Middle East, has announced that Mediclinic City Hospital has successfully completed its 100th kidney transplant, marking a significant milestone in the hospital’s transplant programme and its long-standing commitment to specialised renal care.
Since performing the first kidney transplant in June 2016, Mediclinic City Hospital has played an important role in expanding access to transplant services for patients with end-stage renal disease. The hospital’s transplant programme has now reached 100 procedures, offering patients an alternative to long-term dialysis and the possibility of restored health, independence and quality of life.
Dr Jacques Kobersy, chief medical officer at Mediclinic Middle East, said: “A kidney transplant is far more than a surgical.
As summer holidays get underway, many children across the UAE are spending more hours indoors, often turning to smartphones, tablets, laptops and gaming devices for entertainment. While screens have become an unavoidable partof modern childhood — supporting learning, communication and recreation — doctors are warning that prolonged device use during the break could be quietly affecting children’s posture, flexibility and spinal health. Paediatricians say they are increasingly seeing children with early signs of posture-related problems, including neck and shoulder discomfort, headaches, stiffness and reduced mobility. While these symptoms may appear minor initially, ignoring them could lead to long-term musculoskeletal issues. A study published in.
