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The Big Change to Dubai School Schedules in 2026 Explained
If you live in Dubai, you know that Fridays have a special rhythm. It’s the day the city slows down just enough for...
Dubai Opens Two Trade Centre Bridges, Slashing Commute Time to Just 2 Minutes
If you regularly drive past the Trade Centre Roundabout, this update will feel like a small win — and a big relief. Dubai’s...
Dubai Police Issues Fresh Weather Alert as Unstable Conditions Continue
If you woke up to the sound of thunder or a buzzing phone this morning, you’re not alone. Dubai Police has just issued...
Saudi Arabia and India Announce Visa-Free Travel Deal
Saudi Arabia and India have officially announced a visa-free travel agreement, marking a fresh chapter in their growing relationship. The deal allows holders...
Weather update: Dubai Sees Its First Winter Rain
Dubai residents woke up to a familiar but always welcome sight — cloudy skies and light rainfall in parts of the city. The...
Saudi Arabia Announces Massive Fines Up To SAR 100,000 For Hajj Transport Violations
Planning for the Hajj season is a massive undertaking, not just for the millions of pilgrims who travel to the Kingdom, but for...
FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour to Kick Off in Riyadh
If you’ve been feeling like the football world has been a bit quiet lately, get ready for things to get loud. The ultimate...
UAE Secures UNESCO Recognition for Four New Cultural Traditions
If you’ve spent any time wandering through the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood or watching the sunset over the dunes in Marmoum, you know...
Stuck in Traffic? Why the Dubai-Sharjah Commute is Extra Tough This Morning
If you stepped out of your house in Sharjah this morning hoping for a smooth cruise into Dubai, your GPS likely had some...
UAE changed Friday prayer timings for social reasons, official says
If you’ve lived in the UAE long enough, you know that Friday is more than just a half-day at the office or a...
