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Dubai to Roll Out Container-Style Gyms Across Three Popular Parks
Dubai residents could soon be squeezing in workouts while enjoying their favourite neighbourhood parks. Dubai Municipality has announced plans to introduce container-style gyms...
Riyadh Air Launches Riyadh Cargo, Steps Into Global Air Freight
Saudi Arabia’s aviation plans are picking up speed — and cargo is now part of the picture. Riyadh Air has officially launched Riyadh...
Emirates Just Dropped a Multi-Billion Dirham Bombshell—And It’s Not Where You Think!
If you live in Dubai, you know two things are certain: the traffic on Sheikh Zayed Road is always a topic of conversation,...
Abu Dhabi Just Confirmed a Massive New ‘House of India’ Museum
If you thought the Saadiyat Cultural District was the only area getting all the love, think again. Abu Dhabi is set to add...
Saudi Arabia Sets New Mosque Rules Ahead of Ramadan
As Ramadan draws closer, Saudi Arabia has announced a fresh set of nationwide guidelines for mosques, aimed at keeping prayer schedules consistent, managing...
It’s Official: Shaaban 2026 is Here & The Countdown to a “Winter Ramadan” Has Begun
If you walked out this morning and felt like the energy in the city had shifted just a little bit, you aren’t alone....
The World’s Kitchen is Officially Open (And It’s Massive!)
If you live in Dubai, you know the drill in January. The weather is perfect, the outdoor terraces are packed, and the city’s...
Dubai Gold Prices Cross Record High as Rates Jump Dh50 Per Gram in 2026
Dubai gold prices have started 2026 on a strong note, climbing to record levels across all major variants. In just a few weeks,...
Dubai Police introduces a smarter way to handle legal services
Dubai Police has taken another step towards smarter governance with the launch of a new digital ecosystem designed to support lawyers and legal...
UAE Ranks 10th in 2026 Global Soft Power Index, Strengthening Its Global Influence
The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its global standing, ranking 10th in the 2026 Global Soft Power Index, a respected international benchmark...
