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Dubai launches ‘Click & Travel’ service for faster airport immigration checks 5-minute International Driving Permit service
Dubai residents and citizens can now obtain an International Driving Permit (IDP) in as little as five minutes at Dubai International Airport (DXB)....
Emirates winter bookings surge as Dubai airline adds new flights and upgrades
Emirates has reported strong demand for the 2026 winter travel season after carrying more than 8.6 million passengers in July and August. The...
Etihad’s New A330 First Class Has Private Suites and 32-Inch Screens
Etihad Airways has unveiled new cabins for its upcoming Airbus A330neo aircraft, including four private First Class suites with closing doors and 32-inch...
Dubai to get four Etihad Rail stations as first Dubai stop opens this month
Dubai is set to have four Etihad Rail passenger stations as the UAE expands its national and high-speed rail networks. The first, Dubai...
Abu Dhabi cuts E311 speed limit to 100km/h from September 14
Abu Dhabi Mobility has announced a new 100km/h speed limit on part of E311, replacing the existing 120km/h limit on the affected stretch....
Yango Yasmina launches Kids Mode with parental controls and child-friendly features
Yango has launched Kids Mode on Yasmina, its AI voice assistant, to create a more child-friendly experience for families. The update gives children...
Dubai K-Fest 2026: Citywide Korean Festival Coming to Dubai This September
Dubai is set to host its first Dubai K-Fest, a 10-day citywide celebration of South Korean culture from September 25 to October 4,...
Dubai’s AED 3 Billion New Community Will Bring 1,400+ Homes to the Creek
Dubai Healthcare City has broken ground on Dubai Creek Gardens, an AED 3 billion residential community in DHCC Phase 2 overlooking Dubai Creek....
Dubai’s Global Village Season 31 Is Set to Open This October
Global Village is preparing to reopen in Dubai for its 31st season in October 2026, according to its official website. The exact opening...
UAE Schools Tighten WhatsApp Rules for Parent Groups
UAE schools are introducing or reinforcing their own WhatsApp group policies as the 2026–27 academic year gets underway. The rules affect parents, teachers...
