Dubai Customs thwarted 87 attempts to bring in marijuana oil in the first quarter of 2019.
It's a huge spike from the same period last year, with 36 seizures in 2018.
Authorities say they the illegal substance is used in e-cigarettes and vape pens.
The Smart Customs Baggage Inspection System is devised to help officers identify suspicious baggage at Dubai airports, a top official explained.
UAE President to begin state visit to Germany on Wednesday
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan will begin a state visit to Germany on Wednesday, September 9.
H.H. Sheikh Hamdan marks 20 years leading Executive Council of Dubai
Dubai has recorded major gains in its economy, public services and quality of life over the past 20 years, with people at the centre of its development strategy.
Dubai speeds up airport procedures with 'Click & Travel'
The General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA Dubai) has officially launched a mobile service designed to make entry and departure procedures at Dubai Airports faster and more flexible for travellers.
Dubai Metro’s ONPASSIVE station gets new name
Dubai Metro’s ONPASSIVE station on the Red Line is being renamed Garmin Metro Station, under a 10-year naming rights agreement.
UAE, Lebanon reaffirm commitment to stronger ties
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and his Lebanese counterpart Joseph Aoun have discussed bilateral ties and efforts to strengthen Lebanon’s security and stability.
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UAE President Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s visit to the US to boost economic and technology ties including AI.
Apple Inc. shares fell Monday after a closely followed analyst warned that demand for the firm’s new iPhone 16 Pro model has been lower than expected. Is this a sign that the AI software just isn’t ready?
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Dubai’s current population is more than double compared to almost twenty years ago, which now stands at 3.7 million. Lots of families are also moving to the UAE now. So what does it mean for the property market?
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