26 October 20262610 ShareEnvironment|Food & Drink|CommunityFood left over from Dubai weddings and other events could soon reach people who need it instead of going to waste. The UAE Food Bank and Dubai's Community Development Authority have agreed to collect and redistribute suitable surplus food under approved safety procedures. It's a practical way to turn the excess from celebrations into something useful.
19 October 20261910 ShareTravel|Community|TechnologyDubai International Airport is trialling self-driving wheelchairs that can transport passengers from check-in towards their departure gates. The technology is being tested by dnata in Terminal 1, with possible expansion to Terminal 3. It's not yet a standard passenger service, but it could make independent airport travel much easier for people with limited mobility.
17 October 20261710 ShareHealth|CommunityUAE doctors and teachers are seeing more children with sleep problems, poor concentration and eye strain linked to excessive screen use. Specialists say school phone restrictions are only part of the solution. Keeping devices out of bedrooms, protecting family mealtimes and setting predictable screen limits can help children build healthier habits.
17 October 20261710 ShareEnvironment|Government|CommunityAbu Dhabi has launched a co-ordinated wildlife rescue network to help injured or stranded animals get the care they need. The system will connect government teams, conservation groups, researchers and community members, with digital tracking for rescue and rehabilitation cases. It should make it easier to organise responses when wildlife needs help.
7 October 20260710 ShareGovernment|CommunityDubai launched a new visual identity and enhanced addressing system for areas across the emirate. The project is intended to make neighbourhoods easier to identify and improve consistency across maps, signs and public services.
25 September 20262509 ShareCommunity|LeisureKalba’s inaugural Jashe and Sahnah Festival brought cultural performances, heritage activities and family programming to the emirate. The event creates a new seasonal reason to visit Kalba and highlights local traditions. Residents should check the organiser’s latest programme and access information before travelling.
31 August 20263108 ShareGovernment|Education|CommunityUAE government employees received flexible working arrangements for the start of the 2026–2027 school year. Parents could take up to three hours for school drop-offs and collections, with wider flexibility during the first nursery week.
28 August 20262808 ShareLeisure|CommunityThe UAE marked Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday with a public holiday for public- and private-sector employees on 28 August. Essential-service workers remained subject to their employers’ operational schedules and applicable compensation rules.
22 July 20262207 ShareGovernment|CommunityIndian passport, visa and attestation applications in the UAE moved to Alhind Tours & Travels’ 16 Indian Consular Application Centres from 22 July. Indian applicants should use the new booking portal and confirm the latest centre instructions before visiting.