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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....
UAE Public Schools to Observe Compulsory Dhuhr Prayer Break
In a move that beautifully blends academic life with spiritual growth, public schools across the UAE are officially incorporating a compulsory Dhuhr prayer...
Free Coffee for UAE Frontline Workers at Costa Coffee This Friday
Frontline workers across the UAE have a small but meaningful treat waiting this week. As a token of appreciation, Costa Coffee UAE is...
Saudi Film Festival 2026 Returns to Ithra This April
The Saudi Film Festival 2026 is set to take over the King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture (Ithra) this April, bringing together filmmakers,...
Primark Dubai second store opening date confirmed at City Centre Mirdif
Dubai’s retail scene is moving quickly, and Primark is right at the centre of it. After a packed launch at Dubai Mall, the...
