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Thinking of Getting a Pet? Dubai’s New Adoption Platform Makes It Simple
Dubai Municipality has launched a digital pet adoption platform alongside a new integrated animal shelter in Warsan. The initiative gives residents an easier...
Sheikh Hamdan Approves AED 1 Million Grant to Support Dubai Date Festival Participants
What happened?Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed has approved an AED 1 million grant for participants of the 2026 Dubai Date Festival. Who is affected?The...
Dubai Opens New Three-Lane Bridge to Ease Traffic Under Oud Metha Road Project
What happened?Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new three-lane bridge connecting Al Khail Road to Al Asayel Street via Al...
A Phone Holder Won’t Save You From Dubai Traffic Fines: What You Need to Know
What happened? Dubai continues to enforce strict penalties for phone use while driving, with new AI-powered detection systems and vehicle impounding rules introduced...
Brass Monkey Abu Dhabi Opening This September
What happened?Brass Monkey has confirmed it will open its first Abu Dhabi venue at The Galleria Al Maryah Island in September 2026. Who...
Hans Zimmer Is Coming to Abu Dhabi This November – Tickets Start From AED 299
What happened?Hans Zimmer has confirmed a live performance at Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi on Friday, 13 November 2026, as part of the...
Dubai’s Futuristic 91 km Indoor Walkway Is Turning Heads—But There’s a Catch
What happened?A futuristic proposal known as The Loop envisions a 91- 93 km climate-controlled indoor pathway connecting key districts across Dubai. Who is...
Ajman Becomes First UAE Government to Renew Trade Licence Using Agentic AI
What happened?Ajman has become the first government in the UAE to complete a trade licence renewal using Agentic AI through a fully automated...
Etihad Rail Brings Two Abu Dhabi Stations Forward – Here’s When They Will Open Now
What happened?Etihad Rail will open its Madinat Zayed and Liwa passenger stations on November 30, 2026, one month ahead of the previously announced...
Big News for UAE Trade: DP World to Build Two Major New Ports in Fujairah
What happened?DP World has signed a 50-year concession agreement with the Fujairah Ports Authority to develop and operate two new multipurpose ports in...
