Local News from Thursday, August 27th, 2026

The UAE is providing $10 million in emergency humanitarian aid to help people affected by devastating floods and landslides in Nepal.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open a 5 km expansion of Emirates Road on Sunday, August 30.

Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, has opened the Emirati Women’s Forum 2026 at Madinat Jumeirah.

The UAE has adopted a resolution governing violations, penalties and administrative measures for higher education institutions, vocational centres and training institutes.

The Ministry of Defence has launched the "Beladi" programme to develop young Emiratis'  leadership skills, technical expertise, and practical knowledge talent and prepare them for national service.

The UAE will mark Emirati Women's Day with a month-long celebration starting from August 28 under the theme "We Emerge Stronger and Better".