Three directors from the Gulf have been nominated for the fourth IWC Filmmaker Award. The directors will be presenting their films at the 12th Dubai International Film Festival which is on from December 9-16. The nominees are Emirati director Layla Kaylif for “The Letter Writer”, Qatar's Khalifa Al Muraikhi for “Sahaab” and Saudi Shahad Ameen for “Scales”. The winner will receive a cash prize of around AED 367,000.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed launches Dubai research complex 'Nad Zabeel'
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, has announced the launch of Nad Zabeel, a "Dubai future research complex" that aims to attract 30,000 researchers and specialists.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan unveils tourism loyalty programme
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence, has launched a series of initiatives aimed at strengthening the emirate’s tourism sector and making it easier for visitors to plan their trips.
Dubai Police issues nearly 49,000 fines for expired vehicle registrations
Dubai Police issued 48,950 traffic fines for driving vehicles with expired registration during the first 10 months of 2026.
RTA targets AED 300m annual value from expanded AI strategy
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched an updated artificial intelligence strategy covering 41 areas across its agencies, sectors and departments.
UAE fuel prices to drop in November
Motorists in the UAE will be paying less at the pump in November, the UAE Fuel Price Committee confirmed on Saturday.
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