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UAE Telecommunications Operators Complete Nationwide 5G Standalone Network Upgrades

Major telecommunications providers in the United Arab Emirates have completed nationwide upgrades to 5G standalone core networks, enabling lower-latency connectivity and expanded industrial Internet of Things applications.
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Turkish Parliament Passes Landmark Bill Granting Conditional Amnesty to Disarmed PKK Members

Lawmakers vote 468 to 88 to approve a legal framework for disarming and reintegrating Kurdish militants, marking a major legislative step toward ending a 40-year conflict.

Abu Dhabi and Dubai Continue Strong Summer Tourism as International Visitor Demand Holds Up

Hotels and commercial accommodation providers in Dubai and around Abu Dhabi are seeing sustained international demand, with tourism initiatives and strong travel flows supportin...

Dubai Sports World to Close on August 25 After Its Twenty-Ninth Season

Dubai Sports World at Dubai World Trade Centre is preparing to close on August 25 after its twenty-ninth season, ending the annual indoor sporting facility's summer program.

Nad Al Sheba to Open New Community Mall Anchored by Waitrose on August 19

The Grand, a new two-storey community shopping complex in Nad Al Sheba, is scheduled to open on August 19 with a Waitrose supermarket and family dining options.

Dubai Astronomy Group Prepares Perseids Viewing Events Across the UAE

The Dubai Astronomy Group and regional authorities are organizing desert observation events in areas including Al Quaa and Hatta for residents seeking to watch the annual Persei...

Dubai Tourism and Cultural Authorities Prepare Expanded Autumn Heritage and Arts Program

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority is preparing heritage exhibitions, contemporary art showcases and public workshops for the autumn season, including events in historic districts...

UAE Offers New Industrial Incentives for Solar Power and Grid-Scale Battery Storage

The Ministry of Energy has introduced financial incentives to accelerate industrial renewable-energy integration and smart-grid battery storage installations across manufacturin...

Dubai Authorities Expand Smart Traffic Management to Ease Central Congestion

The Dubai Transport Authority is deploying artificial intelligence sensors and dynamic traffic-signal timing across major arterial roads to improve traffic flow and reduce publi...

Abu Dhabi Hosts UAE Jiu-Jitsu Team's World Championship Triumph With 65 Medals

The United Arab Emirates national jiu-jitsu team won 65 medals at the 2026 World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in Abu Dhabi, taking world titles in both the adult and under-21 Newaza d...

Dubai Government Confirms August 24 Public Holiday for Prophet Muhammad's Birthday

Dubai government departments, authorities and public institutions will observe a public holiday on Monday, August 24, 2026, for the Prophet Muhammad's Birthday, creating a three...

Dubai Summer Surprises Enters Final Weeks With Retail Discounts and Dining Promotions

Dubai Summer Surprises is entering its final weeks with promotions across major shopping malls, ten-dirham dining offers and entertainment events before the festival ends on Aug...
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