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Saadiyat Beach World’s Best Beaches 2026
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Why Is Saadiyat Beach Ranked Among the World’s Best Beaches in 2026?

Saadiyat Beach in Abu Dhabi has been ranked 19th on The World’s Best Beaches 2026 list. It is the only beach in the...

UAE Weather Forecast: Where Will Temperatures Hit 46°C?
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UAE Weather Forecast: Will Temperatures Hit 46°C This Week?

The UAE is set for a hot and dusty week, with temperatures reaching up to 46°C in inland areas. The National Centre of...

The Updated Salik Rates at a Glance
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Has Salik Increased in Dubai? Here’s What Drivers Will Pay Now

For many Dubai residents, passing through a Salik gate is simply part of the daily routine. Whether it’s the morning drive from Mirdif...

UAE petrol prices June 2026
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What Are the New UAE Petrol Prices for June 2026?

The UAE has announced its fuel prices for June 2026, and motorists across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the Northern Emirates are set...

Children enjoying Mövenpick free ice cream UAE hotel activation in Dubai
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Mövenpick UAE Hotels to Serve Free Ice Cream to Kids on May 23

Dubai’s rising summer temperatures just got a little sweeter. Families across the UAE can treat their little ones to free ice cream this...

UAE Eid Al Adha ambulance readiness teams stationed across public areas
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UAE Ambulance Teams on High Alert Ahead of Eid Al Adha Rush

As the UAE gears up for the long Eid Al Adha weekend, emergency teams are preparing for packed roads, crowded beaches, busy shopping...

Dubai Police ISNR 2026
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Dubai Police Unveils AI Patrols and Smart Security Tech at ISNR 2026

Dubai Police has wrapped up its participation at the International Exhibition for National Security and Resilience (ISNR 2026) in Abu Dhabi after showcasing...

Sheikh Zayed Farm Street road sign in Al Khawaneej Dubai
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Dubai Renames Al Faghi Street to Sheikh Zayed Farm Street

Dubai residents driving through Al Khawaneej may notice something different on the road signs this week. One of the area’s well-known roads, Al...

Dubai parking VAT 2026
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Dubai Parking Fees to Rise Slightly as Parkin Adds 5% VAT From June 1

Finding parking in Dubai is already part of the daily routine for thousands of residents heading to work, running errands in Deira, or...

Win Your Home in Dubai campaign gives shoppers chance to win apartments in Dubai
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Dubai’s New Shopping Campaign Could Win You a Free Home

Dubai is turning everyday shopping into something much bigger this summer. The city has launched a new campaign called “Win Your Home in...