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UAE Banks Offer Loan Deferments and Flexible Payments Amid Regional Tensions
As regional tensions continue to dominate headlines, several UAE banks have quietly stepped in with support measures designed to ease financial stress for...
Dubai to Open 35 New Parks in 2026 Across 23 Communities
For many residents, having a park nearby isn’t just about greenery — it’s about everyday convenience. Right now, in several growing neighbourhoods across...
Dubai Metro Adds Sensory Rooms for Autism at Two Busy Stations
If you’ve ever taken the Metro during peak hours in Dubai, you’ll know how busy stations can get. Trains arriving every few minutes,...
Top 10 Must-Try Dishes at Dubai Food Festival 2026
Dubai Food Festival 2026 isn’t the kind of event you casually walk into without a plan. There’s just too much happening — beachfront...
Lush UAE launches free after-school activities for kids this April
After-school hours in Dubai can feel long, especially when the weather keeps outdoor plans on hold. This April, however, parents have something new...
Tajmeel Clinic Opens Flagship Aesthetic Centre in Jumeirah, Dubai
Dubai’s beauty and wellness scene has just welcomed a new addition — and it feels right at home in Jumeirah. Burjeel Holdings has...
Dubai Rolls Out Free Driverless Taxi Rides — Here’s How to Try One
It’s not every day you step into a taxi and realise there’s no one behind the wheel. But that’s now a reality in...
Dubai Police expand volunteer force after rains to speed up emergency response
When rain hits Dubai, the city moves differently. Roads slow down, water gathers in low-lying areas, and response teams get into action almost...
Dubai & Abu Dhabi Rank Among World’s Top Smart Cities as Saudi Cities Rise
The UAE continues to strengthen its position as a global innovation hub, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi securing spots in the world’s top...
Dubai Churches Close Temporarily, Shift to Online Services from April 3
Dubai church closures have come into effect from April 3, with several parishes across the city pausing in-person services and moving prayers online....
