Virgin Radio Dubai

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is stepping up preparations for the new academic year, with student safety and reliable school transport at the centre of its plans.

His Highness Dr. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, has approved 4,434 scholarships for Emirati students at eight higher education institutions in the Emirate.

Authorities in Abu Dhabi are reminding residents, visitors and commercial operators not to leave vehicles or boats abandoned in public spaces.

Six judges of the Court of Cassation and 19 senior appeal judges took their oath before His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, on Monday.

More than 24,000 school leaders, teachers, advisors and support staff will undergo a five-day training workshop ahead of the new academic year.

As many as 497 vehicles have been seized over unpaid traffic fines and expired registrations during the first half of 2026, Dubai Police announced on Sunday, adding that some penalties amounted to "tens of thousands of dirhams".