Washington: Hundreds of flights in the United States have been cancelled due to air traffic restrictions imposed by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. The authority started to reduce air traffic capacity at 40 major US airports to ease the pressure on air traffic controllers, who are working without pay due to an ongoing government shutdown triggered by the US Congress’ failure to pass a budget. According to Emirates News Agency, data from the FlightAware portal indicates that approximately 1,000 flights were cancelled nationwide on Friday. Major hubs such as Los Angeles, Dallas, and

Abu dhabi: A senior government delegation led by Mohamed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has concluded an official visit to Shanghai and Hangzhou to strengthen municipal ties through engagements, site visits, and technology demonstrations with leading government, academic, and industry representatives. According to Emirates News Agency, during the trip, Al Shorafa met with Zhang Xiaohong, Vice Mayor of Shanghai, to discuss strategic municipal cooperation and future priorities, as well as highlight each city’s urban planning innovations. Al Shorafa emphasized that the visit reinforced their commitment to developing urban environments that enhance daily life

Abu dhabi: President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a Federal Decree appointing Fahad Al Gergawi as the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Trade. According to Emirates News Agency, Fahad Al Gergawi has a background that includes graduation from the Mohammed bin Rashid Centre for Leadership Development. He has held several leadership roles, such as CEO of the Dubai Investment Development Agency (Dubai FDI), CEO of the Dubai Foreign Investment Office (DFI), and CEO of the Trade and Industry Development Department at the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry. In addition to his executive roles,

Dubai: H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, engaged with artisans, creative entrepreneurs, and proprietors of small and emerging projects, discussing their journeys, aspirations, and challenges, while examining potential avenues for future support. This interaction took place at the 11th Dubai Design Week. According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. also listened to success stories, commending the creative ideas that have transformed into tangible projects through the perseverance and passion of their founders. She reaffirmed that Dubai will consistently remain a land of opportunity, welcoming creators and talent, empowering them to pursue

Abu dhabi: Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence, received Pinarayi Vijayan, Chief Minister of Kerala, and his delegation at his majlis in Abu Dhabi. The meeting highlighted the growing cooperation between the United Arab Emirates and India. According to Emirates News Agency, the Indian delegation included notable figures such as Saji Cheriyan, Kerala’s Minister of Culture and Youth Affairs; Dr. Deepak Mittal, Ambassador of India to the United Arab Emirates; Dr. A. Jayathilak, Chief Secretary, Government of Kerala; and Yusuff Ali M.A., Chairman of Lulu Group International. Sheikh Nahyan welcomed the delegation and emphasized the

Sharjah: Emirati author and screenwriter Mohammed Hassan Ahmed emphasised that global recognition in art comes not from imitating others but from creating works that reflect one’s own identity and unique experiences. Ahmed shared his insights during a session titled ‘In Search of the Human,’ part of the ‘Behind the Scenes’ initiative by Sharjah Public Libraries at the 44th Sharjah International Book Fair, held under the theme ‘Between You and a Book.’ According to Emirates News Agency, with over 22 years of experience in cinema and television, Ahmed’s films have won 33 international awards for Best Screenplay and Best Film. Discussing

Abu dhabi: The Emirates Scout Association, the UAE’s official national scouting organisation, has welcomed regional scouting leaders for the 31st Arab Scout Conference and the 6th Arab Scout Youth Forum, held in Abu Dhabi from 9 to 21 November 2025, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. According to Emirates News Agency, the events are organised by the Arab Scout Region and the Arab Scout Organisation, bringing together young people and scouting leaders from across the Arab world to advance the

Bahariya oasis: The Bahariya Oasis in Giza Governorate witnessed today the official opening of the 8th International Egyptian Dates Festival, an event bringing together date growers, producers, and exporters to celebrate the date palm and inspire innovation in the industry. The festival is organised by the Khalifa International Award for Date Palm and Agricultural Innovation. According to Emirates News Agency, the opening ceremony was attended by Major General Engineer Sherif El-Rashidi, Head of the Industrial Sector, on behalf of Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Industry and Transport of Egypt; Alaa El-Din Farouk Zaki, Minister of