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Abu Dhabi Adds 2 New Darb Toll Gates with AED 4 Fee from May 4
Motorists in Abu Dhabi will soon notice a change in their daily commute. The capital is expanding its Darb Toll Gate System with...
Abu Dhabi Cuts 470 Million Plastic Bags as Residents Back Sustainability Push
Abu Dhabi has taken a major step towards sustainability, cutting more than 470 million single-use plastic bags across the emirate. The move reflects...
Dubai Announces Dh34 Billion Gold Line Metro Project Connecting Key Areas by 2032
Dubai has unveiled its most ambitious transport upgrade yet. Announced by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the new Dubai Metro Gold Line...
Lyrid Meteor Shower Lights Up AlUla Tonight: Where and How to Watch?
The Lyrid meteor shower in AlUla is set to peak tonight, April 22, offering a rare chance to witness one of the world’s...
UAE Games 2026 Heads to Abu Dhabi with 1,000+ Athletes Set to Compete
There’s a different kind of energy building around the UAE Games 2026 this year. Come June, over 1,000 athletes will arrive in Abu...
Saudi Arabia Plans 12,000 Flights for Hajj 2026 With 3.1 Million Seats
As preparations begin for Hajj 2026, Saudi Arabia is significantly expanding its aviation operations to manage one of the world’s largest annual religious...
UAE Plans 100 Million Mangroves by 2030 as Protected Areas Reach 19%
UAE mangroves are taking centre stage as the country strengthens its environmental goals. The UAE has announced plans to plant 100 million mangrove...
Sharjah Plans 100 Fast EV Chargers to Boost Green Mobility
Sharjah is quietly reshaping how people move around the emirate. With the announcement of over 100 fast electric vehicle charging stations, the focus...
Eid Al Adha 2026: The Smart UAE Trick to Turn 6 Days Off Into a 9-Day Escape
There’s something about a long break in Dubai that instantly shifts the mood. The city slows down just enough, brunches stretch longer, and...
Dubai Opens 13 New Mosques in 2026 to Serve Growing Communities
Dubai continues to grow at a rapid pace, and its infrastructure is evolving alongside it. In the first quarter of 2026, the city...
