Police in Abu Dhabi are reminding motorists NOT to play games on their phone while they're driving.
Those found guilty of the offence will be fined AED 800 dirhams in addition to getting 4 black points on their licence.
Avoidable driver distractions like phone usage have quickly become a significant cause of road accidents and fatalities.
Police say it's also illegal to eat or apply makeup when you're behind the wheel.
UAE flights to Iran, Israel continue to face disruptions
UAE airlines continue to face disruptions to passenger services to Iran, Israel, Iraq and Syria "due to airspace closures and ongoing regional situation".
Sharjah Police seize AED19 million worth of drugs hidden underground
In a major anti-drug operation codenamed 'Bottom of Darkness', Sharjah Police have seized over 3.5 million Captagon pills, worth more than AED 19 million.
UAE President discusses regional developments with leaders of UK, Cyprus
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held separate calls with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President of Cyprus Nikos Christodoulides over intensifying efforts to de-escalate tensions between Iran and Israel.
Dubai announces flexible work hours for some employees during summer
Dubai has announced flexible working hours for government employees from July 1 to September 12, under the ‘Our Flexible Summer’ initiative.
Dubai to start trialling self-driving taxis later this year
Dubai will start trialling self-driving taxis later this year under a new partnership between the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), Uber Technologies and WeRide.
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