Dubai’s upcoming Etihad Rail passenger station will officially be known as Dubai Al Yalayis Station, with signage now installed at the site ahead of its opening on September 30.

The station, located near Jumeirah Golf Estates along Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road, will open alongside Al Dhaid Station in Sharjah as the next phase of the UAE’s expanding passenger rail network.

One of the biggest advantages for commuters will be its direct connection to the Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station on Dubai Metro’s Red Line. A dedicated pedestrian bridge is currently under construction, allowing passengers to move easily between the Metro and Etihad Rail platforms.

The station is expected to serve nearby communities including Al Furjan, Dubai Investment Park, Green Community, Dubai Production City and Expo City Dubai, while also offering convenient access to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Dubai South.

The announcement comes as Etihad Rail’s passenger service continues to gain momentum. The operator recently revealed it has sold more than 70,000 tickets for the Abu Dhabi–Fujairah route since its launch, with travellers booking trips nearly two weeks in advance on average.

Dubai Al Yalayis Station forms part of Etihad Rail’s 900km national passenger network, which will eventually connect 11 cities and regions across the UAE. More stations are scheduled to open later this year in Liwa and Madinat Zayed, while another station in Sharjah University City is expected to open in March 2027.

The UAE is set for another spell of scorching heat, with temperatures expected to reach 50°C in some inland areas, while afternoon convective clouds could bring scattered rain to parts of the country through the weekend.

According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the unstable weather is being driven by a surface low-pressure system combined with an upper-air trough, creating favourable conditions for cloud formation.

Rain is expected mainly over eastern and southern areas on Thursday and Friday, before extending to some inland regions on Saturday. On Sunday, showers could develop over eastern and western parts of the UAE, with the focus shifting back to eastern and southern areas on Monday.

Winds will be light to moderate but could freshen to 40–45 km/h, especially around convective clouds, causing blowing dust and reduced visibility in exposed areas.

Temperatures are forecast to range between 45°C and 50°C inland, while coastal areas can expect highs of 42°C to 47°C. Sea conditions will remain slight in both the Arabian Gulf and the Sea of Oman.

Residents in areas affected by convective clouds are advised to stay updated with the latest NCM weather alerts, as conditions can change quickly.

Looking for a side hustle? Be careful.

Dubai Police have warned residents not to fall for fake part-time job offers circulating on social media and messaging apps after uncovering a scam that tricked a young man into helping criminals move stolen money.

In a social media post, Dubai Police shared how the scam typically unfolds. The victim responded to an online advert promoting a work-from-home job with flexible hours and quick earnings. After being told he had been accepted, he was instructed to open a new bank account or use his existing one to receive and process what were described as customer payments.

Money was then deposited into his account, and he was instructed to transfer it to other bank accounts in exchange for a commission.

The scammers claimed he was working for an overseas financial services company, but investigators later discovered the transfers were linked to a criminal network.

The victim told police he believed the job was genuine and had no idea he was helping fraudsters.

How the scam works

Police said these scams usually begin with online job ads offering fast cash for simple tasks.

Victims may then be asked to:

• Use their bank account to receive and transfer money.
• Pay registration or activation fees.
• Share personal or banking details.
• Complete financial transactions for a commission.

Authorities warned that scammers often use unsuspecting people’s bank accounts to move illegally obtained funds, which could leave the account holder facing serious legal consequences.

How to stay safe

Dubai Police urged job seekers to:

• Verify employers before accepting any job offer.
• Never share bank details with unknown individuals or companies.
• Avoid jobs that ask you to transfer money on behalf of others.
• Ignore employers requesting upfront payments or registration fees.

Anyone who receives a suspicious job offer is encouraged to report it through Dubai Police’s eCrime platform or by calling 901 for non-emergency assistance.