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Dubai announces month-long celebrations leading up to Eid Al Etihad

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September 30, 2025

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Dubai is gearing up for a month-long celebration of the UAE’s national spirit as Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, launches the second edition of the National Month campaign.

Running from Flag Day on November 3 to Eid Al Etihad (National Day) on December 2, the campaign will bring together government, semi-government, and private sector partners to celebrate the UAE’s national occasions in ways that reflect the country’s unity, values, and future aspirations.

Announcing the campaign, Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Second Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Media Council, said the month-long programme will be a “powerful demonstration of national solidarity and shared aspirations for the future.”

He added that the return of the #ZayedAndRashid campaign this year will again honour the UAE’s Founding Fathers, whose vision laid the foundations for the country’s remarkable progress.

“National Month is a collective effort to celebrate our national occasions in a coordinated and harmonised way. The campaign’s success will be driven by teamwork, cooperation and unity, principles that have always underpinned our country’s progress,” Sheikh Ahmed said.

Broad community engagement

The initiative will feature diverse national, community, and cultural events, inviting residents and citizens alike to express pride in their national identity.

Mona Al Marri, Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of the Dubai Media Council, said this year’s celebrations will build on the strong community participation seen during the first National Month campaign in 2024, which engaged over 200 organisations and reached 2 billion social media impressions.

Creativity at the heart of celebrations

Shaima Al Suwaidi, Director of Brand Dubai, said this year’s campaign will showcase the values and ideals of the UAE through creative events and activations, reflecting Dubai’s innovative spirit.

Entrepreneurs and SMEs from Brand Dubai’s Proudly from Dubai network will also be part of the festivities, providing them with opportunities to showcase their work at major citywide events and reach a wider audience.

“The National Month campaign is not just a celebration, it’s a platform for collaboration, creativity, and community pride,” Al Suwaidi said.

Michael Gomes

With over 35 years of experience in journalism, copywriting, and PR, Michael Gomes is a seasoned media professional deeply rooted in the UAE’s print and digital landscape.

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Dubai-India travel: Security procedures triggered for Emirates flight following bomb threat email, flight lands safely

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December 5, 2025

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Authorities at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport activated full emergency protocols on Friday after receiving a bomb threat email linked to Emirates flight EK526 travelling from Dubai (DXB) to Hyderabad (HYD).

According to GMR officials, the threat email landed in the airport’s customer support inbox around 7.30am on December 5. Despite the alert, the flight continued under strict monitoring and landed safely at 8.30am.

Once on the ground, the aircraft was immediately moved to an isolated bay. Passengers were safely deboarded, and security te

ams carried out standard bomb threat checks. Investigations are currently underway.

Emirates confirmed the incident in a statement to local media, saying authorities had alerted them to a “potential security threat” to EK526.
“All standard security procedures were implemented by the relevant local authorities with full co-operation from Emirates’ ground teams,” the airline said, adding that “the safety and well-being of passengers and crew remain the highest priority.”

Authorities say all threats are being investigated, and extra security measures remain in place at the airport.

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Driving through Abu Dhabi this week? Here are the road closures you need to know about

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December 5, 2025

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Abu Dhabi motorists can expect some delays over the next few days, with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) announcing a series of partial road closures across key routes in the capital. Drivers are being urged to plan, allow extra travel time, and follow diversions to avoid congestion.

Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street

A major set of phased lane closures will take place near Sheikh Zayed Bridge from Tuesday, December 9 to Monday, December 22, 2025.

Three left lanes will be closed from 12am on December 9 until 10pm on December 15.
Two right lanes will then shut from 10pm on December 15 until 6am on December 22.

Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street

Another temporary closure is scheduled on Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak Street from 5pm on December 5 until 5am on December 8.

Authorities explained that these restrictions are part of ongoing road enhancement projects designed to improve traffic flow and safety across the city. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes wherever possible during the maintenance period.

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Sharjah Police give deadline to remove National Day stickers, or face fines

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December 5, 2025

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If your car is still sporting National Day decals, it’s time to take them off. Sharjah Police have announced that all vehicle owners must remove their UAE National Day celebration stickers by Saturday, December 6, and those who miss the deadline will face violations.

The reminder follows a crackdown during the 54th Eid Al Etihad celebrations, where authorities impounded 106 vehicles and nine motorbikes for dangerous and irresponsible behaviour on the roads.

According to Sharjah Police, the violations included:

Creating loud noise and disturbing residents
Driving recklessly and endangering others
Operating vehicles without a valid licence

Police officials urged motorists to celebrate responsibly and avoid turning festivities into safety risks.

However, there has been a shift in decorating trends this year. Many residents opted for cleaner, simpler, more elegant designs to showcase their UAE pride ahead of the long weekend, and demand for custom decals surged.

Authorities are now urging residents to ensure all celebratory stickers and decorations are removed by the set deadline to keep roads safe and avoid penalties.