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AlUla Skies Festival 2026: Hot Air Balloons, Stargazing, and Desert Magic Return
If you’ve been living in the UAE for a while, you know that come April, we start looking for those last few outdoor...
Abu Dhabi starts Tesla self-driving road trials for the first time
Abu Dhabi has officially entered the next phase of future mobility. The emirate has launched Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) road trials, marking the...
UAE Weather Alert: Rain, Strong Winds and Rough Seas Expected on March 5 and 6
There’s a shift in the air across the UAE — and residents can feel it coming. Cloud cover is building, temperatures are dipping,...
Dubai RTA rolls out 45 traffic upgrades across the city to ease daily congestion
Dubai’s daily commute is about to get a little easier. The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially begun rolling out 45...
Sharjah Charity Makes Zakat Al-Mal Payments Easier With 6 Simple Options
As Ramadan approaches and families across the UAE begin reviewing their annual Zakat calculations, there’s some welcome news from Sharjah. Sharjah Charity Zakat...
Saudi Arabia Opens Hajj 2026 Registration for Domestic Pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has officially opened Hajj 2026 registration for domestic pilgrims. The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah confirmed that Saudi citizens and expatriates...
Samsung Galaxy S26 Series Now in UAE with Built-In Privacy Display and Smarter AI
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series UAE launch has officially taken place, and it is already creating buzz across Dubai’s tech community. Samsung has...
Dubai Parking Fees Could Go Up Again – Here’s What Drivers Should Know
If you drive in Dubai, parking is part of your everyday routine. From quick grocery runs in Al Karama to long workdays in...
Jason Derulo to Perform Live at Dubai World Cup 2026 in Meydan
Dubai is getting ready for one of its biggest social and sporting events of the year. The Dubai World Cup 2026 is just...
Primark Dubai Mall Opening Date Confirmed: Here’s What Shoppers Can Expect
Dubai’s shopping scene is about to get even bigger. The much-awaited opening of Primark Dubai Mall is officially happening on March 26, 2026...
