Local News from Sunday, January 25th, 2026

Dubai Police handled more than 1.46 million calls in the final quarter of 2025, as the force reported continued high demand for emergency and non-emergency services while maintaining rapid response times.

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Sunday said construction is now 65 per cent complete on a new 1.5-kilometre bridge that will provide direct access between Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Harbour.