29 October 20262910 ShareHuman Interest|CommunityA Dubai resident who arrived in the UAE in 1968 has turned part of his Mirdif home into a small museum. Shaukat Ali Rana has preserved old passports, travel permits, utility bills, photographs and everyday objects from before the country's formation. His collection tells the UAE's history through the ordinary things people used, carried and kept.
29 October 20262910 ShareHuman Interest|CommunityAbu Dhabi resident Farah Al Qaissieh is working towards opening a dedicated support centre for people who stutter. After years of struggling with how others reacted to her speech, and losing the brother who shared her dream, she built a community where people can speak without being rushed or judged. The proposed centre would bring therapy, emotional support and education together.
29 October 20262910 ShareWeather|TransportRain, hail and strong winds have returned to parts of the UAE, especially in eastern and northern areas. Masafi recorded 38mm of rainfall during the week, and the National Centre of Meteorology expects unsettled conditions in some locations through Monday, 2 November. Drivers should watch for reduced visibility, standing water and sudden weather changes on mountain roads.
29 October 20262910 ShareHealth|Community|ShoppingParents, check the medicine cabinet. UAE authorities have recalled Babies' Magic Tea Baby Sleep Gripe Water after undeclared alcohols were identified, including ethanol, methanol and isopropanol. The affected product also lacked valid UAE marketing authorisation. Stop using it and contact the retailer about a refund. The reported affected lot is 25122bw.
28 October 20262810 ShareHuman Interest|CommunityStudents at Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities in Abu Dhabi have helped pack 10,000 winter relief kits for families in Gaza. The packages contain 70,000 clothing and heating-related items, part of the UAE's wider effort to support civilians facing colder weather. It's a reminder that large humanitarian operations also depend on people volunteering their time.
27 October 20262710 ShareTransport|HousingAbu Dhabi has announced a Dh872 million road project connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to the E12 motorway. The plan includes seven bridges, three tunnels and connecting roads, with completion expected in 2027. It should improve access for the growing island communities, although residents will need to wait for construction to finish before seeing the full benefit.
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.
26 October 20262610 ShareEducation|LeisureAbu Dhabi is launching a free youth orchestra programme for children, with its new home in Mina Zayed set to open in January 2027. The first cohort will offer 100 places for children aged six to nine, with training in Western classical and Arabic music. Parents can register their interest now through the programme's official website.
25 October 20262510 ShareEnvironment|Housing|GovernmentDubai is investing another Dh3 billion in stormwater drainage, with about 100km of new and extended drainage lines planned across neighbourhoods including Jumeirah, Al Barsha, Al Quoz and Al Satwa. The work forms part of the wider Dh30 billion Tasreef programme, designed to make the city better prepared for heavy rain.
23 October 20262310 ShareCrime & Safety|Shopping|BusinessDubai Police have arrested six people suspected of using a fake shopping website to steal bank-card information and make unauthorised transactions. One victim said years of savings disappeared while she was asleep. The reminder is simple: check unfamiliar shopping links carefully, monitor bank notifications and report unexplained deductions immediately.