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Sharjah launches new court to support women, children and family rights

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June 19, 2025

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In a major step towards enhancing family wellbeing and protecting the rights of women and children, Sharjah has approved the establishment of a new Family Court dedicated to resolving family-related disputes and improving access to justice.

The move aims to strengthen family stability across the emirate by providing faster, more compassionate legal support for those dealing with divorce, custody, alimony, and guardianship issues.

Prioritising Protection for Vulnerable Family Members

As part of this initiative, a new committee will be set up to oversee and safeguard the funds of children and other vulnerable individuals. This includes creating transparent financial plans to manage their money responsibly and ensure it is used in their best interest. Regular updates will be provided to Sharjah’s Judicial Council to maintain accountability.

Special Fund to Support Alimony Needs

Sharjah’s Judicial Council also announced a special alimony support fund that will provide urgent financial relief to individuals, particularly women and children, who are left without support due to legal or financial obstacles faced by the responsible party.

If a parent or spouse fails to pay, the new fund will step in temporarily, with the owed amount later recovered from the responsible individual.

A New Chapter in Family Justice

This new Family Court and support framework reflects Sharjah’s growing commitment to:

Fairness and fast resolution in sensitive family matters
Empowering women and protecting children
Creating a supportive legal environment that prioritises family harmony and social cohesion

The Judicial Inspection Department has been tasked with drafting new regulations to ensure that the Family Court operates efficiently and with compassion.

This initiative marks a significant milestone in family welfare reform in the UAE, ensuring no child or parent is left behind due to legal delays or unpaid dues.

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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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2 days ago

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.