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Driverless taxis, abu dhabi
Abu Dhabi Local News

Abu Dhabi scales up smart mobility with driverless taxis in key city zones

Abu Dhabi’s journey towards a tech-driven transport future is picking up speed. Driverless taxis are now operating on Al Reem and Al Maryah...

Dubai RTA to Auction 350 Exclusive Number Plates This August
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Dubai RTA to Auction 350 Exclusive Number Plates This August

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to host one of the year’s most anticipated car plate auctions this August, giving...

Expo Valley nature reserve
Local News

A new green community is taking root in Expo City

Dubai is once again leading by example with a major sustainability-focused development — a dedicated nature reserve within Expo City, spanning 10 hectares...

A major upgrade of Emirates Road will ease traffic and improve daily commutes between Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, UAQ, and RAK
Local News

Emirates Road expansion set to ease commutes from Dubai to northern emirates

The daily drive between Dubai and the northern emirates is about to get significantly shorter. Emirates Road (E611) will undergo a major upgrade...

Saudi Arabia expired visit visa grace period
Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s New Visa Initiative Offers Relief for Expired Visit Holders

Saudi Arabia has rolled out a new short-term initiative offering a 30-day extension for visitors whose visas have expired. The update, announced by...

Salon du Chocolat 2025 Dubai
Local News

Salon du Chocolat 2025 Dubai Brings A Feast Of Chocolate, Pastry And Creativity To The City

Dubai’s most anticipated celebration of gourmet desserts is making its grand return. From 30 September to 2 October 2025, Salon du Chocolat et...

Masmak Palace Museum,
Saudi Arabia

Masmak Palace Museum in Riyadh Reopens After Restoration

In the heart of Riyadh’s Al-Dirah district, a piece of Saudi Arabia’s heritage has returned to public view. The Masmak Palace Museum, an...

Dubai cooking oil biodiesel project
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Dubai Cooking Oil to Fuel the Future: Biodiesel Initiative Launched

In a major step toward sustainable living, Dubai has announced a large-scale project to collect used cooking oil from homes and businesses and...

RTA marine station upgrades Dubai
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RTA Rolls Out Next Wave of Marine Station Upgrades in Dubai

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the second phase of its marine station improvement project, upgrading key passenger facilities at five...

Abu Dhabi Local News

De Ridder pulls off narrow win over Whittaker in an Abu Dhabi classic

The UAE’s capital once again delivered fight night fireworks as Dutch MMA talent Reinier de Ridder clinched a razor-thin split decision victory over...