Think twice before accepting rides from illegal taxi providers.
That's the message from Sharjah's Roads and Transport Authority, which is reminding the public about the risks involved in using unlicensed operators.
As many as 10,191 fines have been handed out to illegal cabbies during inspection campaigns this year.
First-time offenders are fined AED 5,000, and the amount doubled if they repeat the violation.
UAE to 'immediately' resume Gaza aid airdrops as crisis deepens
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, has confirmed that the UAE will "immediately" resume delivery of aid airdrops into Gaza.
Over 395 million rides taken on Dubai public transport in first half of 2025
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has revealed that public transport ridership in the city touched 395.3 million during the first half of 2025, marking a 9 per cent increase compared to the previous year.
Samira Abdullah Al Ali is Dubai Police's first female Brigadier
Samira Abdullah Al Ali has become the first female Brigadier of Dubai Police in its 69-year history after moving up the ranks for her exemplary service over 31 years.
'Dubai chocolate' product linked to US salmonella outbreak not sold in UAE
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has clarified that a "Dubai chocolate" product linked to salmonella outbreak in the US is not sold in the UAE market.
UAE ranked world’s safest country
The UAE has been named the world's safest country in Numbeo's 2025 Mid-Year Safety Index, surpassing 147 other nations to win the top spot.
The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!
Hear Maz & James chatting to the featured artists every month with Flash Entertainment.
It arrived: The UAE's First Mega Music Festival at Expo City Dubai!
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