Devo Dubai
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Thursday, March 26, 2026
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Devo Dubai
Thursday, March 26, 2026 · 7 stories
Dubai faces dual pressures — severe weather disrupting flights and roads for a second consecutive day, while the government advances two resident-focused initiatives: a new regulatory framework for shared housing and a major Al Ras pedestrian walkway. A British man has been charged under Dubai's cybersecurity laws for filming the Iranian missile attacks that killed two people in Abu Dhabi.
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Dubai flood alerts
Khaleej Times · Mar 26
Dubai RTA activates real-time flood alerts as heavy rains return for second day
The Roads and Transport Authority activated its emergency flood monitoring system as heavy rains returned to Dubai for a second consecutive day, causing waterlogging on key roads including Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road.
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Police weather warning
Time Out Dubai · Mar 26
Dubai Police issue severe weather warning, urge delivery riders and taxi drivers to suspend services
Dubai Police urged delivery riders and taxi drivers to halt operations during peak storm hours, citing dangerous road conditions. Multiple accidents have been reported across the emirate.
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Eid parking
Khaleej Times via MSN · Mar 26
Free parking and extended Metro and tram hours for Eid ul Fitr across Dubai
The RTA announced three days of free public parking starting Eid day, along with adjusted operating hours for the Metro, tram, and bus services to accommodate the holiday rush.
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Al Ras walkway
Khaleej Times via MSN · Mar 26
Dubai approves 12km Al Ras pedestrian walkway linking historic forts to Metro and transport hubs
Dubai's RTA greenlit construction of a 12-kilometre covered walkway running from historic Al Ras through the creek area, connecting to Metro stations and bus links.
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Shared housing law
Mena FN · Mar 26
Sheikh Mohammed signs new law regulating shared housing and co-living in Dubai
A new regulatory framework for shared accommodation and co-living spaces in Dubai has been signed into law, addressing a long-standing gap in housing regulation that affects thousands of residents.
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British tourist charged
BBC · Mar 26
British tourist charged in Dubai for allegedly filming and sharing Iranian missile attack footage
A British national has been charged under UAE cybersecurity laws after allegedly filming and distributing footage of an Iranian missile strike on Abu Dhabi. The case highlights strict UAE laws on filming military incidents.
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Abu Dhabi missile casualties
WAM / Arabian Business · Mar 26
Two killed, three injured in Abu Dhabi after intercepted missile debris falls on busy road
Debris from an intercepted ballistic missile struck a vehicle on Sweihan Street in Abu Dhabi, killing two (one Pakistani national, one Indian national) and injuring three others. The incident is linked to the ongoing Iran-US conflict.

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