UAE Launches 2025 Visa Overhaul, Adding AI-Specialist and Entertainment Categories
Five-Day Weather Watch Could Delay Holiday Flights and Freight in the UAE
Dubai Metro to Run 43 Hours Non-Stop; Extensive Road Closures Set for New Year’s Eve
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Dubai Publishes 48-Site Fireworks Map to Spread Crowds and Ease New Year Congestion
Authorities released a 48-show fireworks map and aligned traffic diversions to disperse crowds for New Year 2026. The decentralised plan should ease pressure on Downtown Dubai but requires travellers to consult the map and respect restricted zones to avoid fines.
Dubai International Retains Title as World’s Busiest Airport in December 2025
OAG’s December 2025 data show DXB at 5.5 million seats, keeping it the world’s busiest airport. The ranking highlights renewed slot congestion and underscores the importance of longer connection buffers for business travellers changing planes in Dubai.
UAE issues 25-29 Dec weather alert that may slow holiday travel and freight
The NCM warns that rain, fog and low visibility from 25–29 December could slow road and air traffic. Police will impose rolling speed limits, and airlines may face de-icing and departure delays. Companies moving time-sensitive cargo are re-routing, while visitors are urged to extend visas online rather than risk weather-disrupted embassy trips.