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Abu Dhabi’s AED 872 Million Bridge Network to Open in 2027, Linking Ramhan and Jubail Islands
Abu Dhabi is developing a major bridge network connecting Ramhan Island and Jubail Island to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Highway (E12). The Department...
Khalifa University Launches KU-MIRA to Help More Women Scientists Become Leaders
Khalifa University of Science and Technology has launched KU-MIRA, an initiative designed to support women scientists and academics as they build their research...
Sharjah Temporarily Closes City Beaches After UAE Oil Spill
Sharjah has temporarily closed its city beaches following an oil spill off the UAE coast. The precautionary measure aims to prevent pollution from...
UAE Residents Could Get a Five-Day Weekend This December: What We Know
UAE residents could enjoy an extended break in December 2026 when the country celebrates its 55th Eid Al Etihad, also known as UAE...
Wild Wadi Waterpark to Reopen in Dubai on November 1
Dubai’s Wild Wadi Waterpark is scheduled to reopen on Sunday, November 1, 2026, following several months of closure. The reopening gives residents and...
Karwa Chauth 2026 in Dubai: Where to Celebrate and Things to Do
Karwa Chauth 2026 in Dubai falls on Thursday, October 29. Moonrise timing, puja muhurat, free mehndi at Tanishq, India Club celebrations and the...
FIA Extreme H World Cup Postponed Until 2027 In Saudi Arabia
The FIA Extreme H World Cup, an international hydrogen-powered off-road racing championship, has been postponed until 2027. The FIA, Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle...
Abu Dhabi Brings Arabic Storytelling to Museums for Children Aged 6 to 12
Abu Dhabi is turning cultural attractions into spaces for children’s reading through the We Read for Children initiative. Organised by the Abu Dhabi...
UAE Flag Day 2026: Sheikh Mohammed Urges Residents to Raise the Flag on November 3
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has called on the public to raise the UAE flag on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the...
Abu Dhabi to Open Free Music Institute for Children in January 2027
Abu Dhabi is set to open a free music institute for children in January 2027. Established by the Department of Culture and Tourism...
