![At least one dead after heavy rains set off flash floods in UAE At least one dead after heavy rains set off flash floods in UAE](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-04/71713354041_flood.jpg)
At least one dead after heavy rains set off flash floods in UAE
A torrential downpour killed at least one person and caused damage to homes and businesses.
Wed Apr 17 2024
![Dubai airport gears up to handle World Cup supporters Dubai airport gears up to handle World Cup supporters](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2022-08/81660814865_Dubai.jpg)
Dubai airport gears up to handle World Cup supporters
The first World Cup ever held in a Middle Eastern country is set to kick off in Qatar on November 20, and will last until December 18.
Thu Aug 18 2022
![Dubai airport fully operational for first time since pandemic Dubai airport fully operational for first time since pandemic](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2021-12/41640051874_DUBAI.jpg)
Dubai airport fully operational for first time since pandemic
The opening of sections closed as the Covid-19 crisis took hold comes as the UAE records a rise of infections amid fears of the Omicron.
Tue Dec 21 2021
![Emirates crash investigation to take up to three years: regulator Emirates crash investigation to take up to three years: regulator](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-11/51479645287_Emirates.jpg)
Emirates crash investigation to take up to three years: regulator
The crash in August was the first major accident in Emirates' more-than-30-year history.
Sun Nov 20 2016
![Drone forces hour-long closure of Dubai airport Drone forces hour-long closure of Dubai airport](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-02/41454323879_DubaiAirport.jpg)
Drone forces hour-long closure of Dubai airport
A rogue drone disrupted air traffic at Dubai International Airport for more than an hour on Saturday, said the operator of one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
Sun Jun 12 2016
![No Malaysian casualty in Flydubai aircraft crash in Russia No Malaysian casualty in Flydubai aircraft crash in Russia](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-03/71458387661_flydubai.jpg)
No Malaysian casualty in Flydubai aircraft crash in Russia
The ministry extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved families affected by the tragedy.
Sat Mar 19 2016
![Body of Malaysian journo Claudia arrived on Sat night Body of Malaysian journo Claudia arrived on Sat night](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2013-02/81359931015_295x200.jpg)
Body of Malaysian journo Claudia arrived on Sat night
Body of Claudia Theophilus arrived from Dubai International Airport last night and was sent to her home in Taman Desa Kepayang, Seremban.
Sat Feb 09 2013