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Emirates Cancels Flights to Hong Kong and Shenzhen Amid Super Typhoon Ragasa
Emirates has cancelled several flights to Hong Kong and Shenzhen between 23 and 25 September 2025 as Super Typhoon Ragasa moves across East...
Abu Dhabi to Host Historic DREAM Concert Featuring Top K-pop Acts
Abu Dhabi is set to host the inaugural DREAM Concert in the UAE on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Etihad Park on Yas...
Dubai Accelerates Autonomous Mobility at World Congress 2025
Dubai is preparing to host the fourth edition of the World Congress and Challenge for Self-Driving Transport on September 24–25, 2025, at the...
Riyadh to Host Its First Indoor Cake Picnic This November
Riyadh is preparing for its first Indoor Cake Picnic, a one-of-a-kind festival that brings together bakers, families, and cake lovers under one roof....
UAE launches ‘Synthetic Memories’ AI therapy to support Alzheimer’s patients
The UAE has taken a major step in healthcare innovation with the launch of ‘Synthetic Memories’, a new artificial intelligence therapy designed for...
Dubai’s Winter District Returns with New Location and Festive Dates
Dubai Winter District is set to return this December with a fresh backdrop and a bigger line-up of seasonal experiences. Known as one...
The Music Run Returns to Dubai with a High-Energy Fitness Party
The Music Run Dubai is back, combining fitness with music and community spirit in one unforgettable night. Scheduled for Saturday, 15 November 2025,...
Dubai RTA launches Madinati WhatsApp service to report road and transport issues
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced a new way for residents and visitors to report road and transport issues directly through...
Dubai Police Warns Against Fake Global Village VIP Ticket Scam
Dubai Police has urged the public to stay alert after fraudulent websites and social media accounts were found promoting fake Global Village VIP...
Major traffic changes as Blue Line construction advances
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced road traffic diversions in key areas as construction on the Dubai Metro Blue Line moves...
