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Hajj 2026: Saudi Arabia Blocks Visit Visa Holders Without Permit
The atmosphere across Saudi Arabia is beginning to shift as the Hajj season officially kicks off. Airports are busier, hotels are filling up,...
RAK Prison Education Programme Recognised by UNESCO as Regional Learning Leader
A prison education programme in Ras Al Khaimah has earned global recognition, after being highlighted by UNESCO as a leading model for correctional...
UAE School Buses Back on Roads as Students Return to Classrooms
There’s a familiar rhythm back on UAE streets this week. Yellow school buses, once paused during weeks of remote learning, are now rolling...
Dubai parks to offer remote working spaces from May 2026
Early morning joggers, families with picnic mats, and now… professionals with laptops. That’s the new scene Dubai is preparing for. Dubai Municipality is...
UAE Launches Grocery Price Platform to Help Residents Find the Best Deals
Grocery runs in the UAE are about to get a lot more strategic. Anyone who has walked through supermarket aisles in Dubai knows...
Parkin scam alert Dubai: Drivers warned over fake parking payment links
It usually starts with a simple message — a quick alert about an “unpaid parking fee” that needs immediate action. In a city...
Global Village Dubai Reopens Today: Tickets, Timings & What Visitors Can Expect
Dubai’s much-loved Global Village is officially reopening today at 5pm, bringing back one of the city’s most vibrant outdoor experiences. After a short...
UAE Traffic Plan Announced for Safe School Return Across Emirates
School mornings in the UAE are back to being what they always are — busy, slightly rushed, and packed with traffic. To manage...
Dubai Opens New “Central Park-Style” Green Space in Jebel Ali
Dubai has introduced a new large-scale park in Jebel Ali, offering residents a fresh outdoor space designed for fitness, relaxation, and community life....
UAE Steps Into Global Food Leadership With WFP Board Role
The United Arab Emirates is stepping into a bigger global role after being selected to join the Executive Board of the World Food...
