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Dubai makes dreams come true for little girl battling cancer

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March 10, 2025

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Nine-year-old Adele Shestovskaya had one big dream – to visit Dubai. When Dubai’s Crown Prince heard about it, he made sure she got the VIP treatment of a lifetime.

The brave Finnish girl, who is battling kidney cancer, had admired Dubai’s stunning skyline and sun-kissed beaches online. But thanks to Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, her wish became a reality.

From the moment she landed, Adele was treated like royalty. Dubai officials, led by Lieutenant General Mohammed Ahmed Al Marri, rolled out the red carpet. She was greeted at the airport by Dubai’s adorable travel mascots, got to stamp her own passport, and was whisked away in a luxury ride to her breathtaking stay at Jumeirah Beach Residence.

But the surprises didn’t stop there. Adele’s adventure-packed itinerary included a wild trip to a nature reserve, where she played with exotic animals, a tour of the Museum of the Future, filled with futuristic wonders and a magical underwater journey through The Lost Chambers Aquarium, surrounded by thousands of marine creatures.

And because Dubai’s hospitality is second to none, Adele’s health was a top priority. Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital ensured she had everything she needed to stay safe and comfortable during her dream trip.

Lieutenant General Al Marri called it an honour to bring joy to Adele and her family, saying, “This is Dubai’s way of showing love and support to children fighting illness.”

As their trip came to an end, Adele’s father, Vitaly, was overwhelmed with gratitude. “We have never experienced such warmth and generosity,” he said. “My children keep saying, ‘We don’t want to leave Dubai.’”

But while they had to return home for Adele’s treatment, one thing is certain—Dubai has left an indelible mark on their hearts.

(Source: Wam)

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

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2 days ago

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.