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Blue to Perform Live in Dubai This October 2026
Dubai’s live music calendar just got a serious nostalgia upgrade. British boyband Blue is officially coming to the city for a one-night-only concert...
Abu Dhabi launches Mother of the Nation Endowment for Orphans
Abu Dhabi has introduced a new national humanitarian initiative aimed at building long-term support for orphaned children across the UAE. The Mother of...
Burj Al Arab marks Chinese New Year with cross-cultural paper art by Jackie Wen
Dubai’s Chinese New Year celebrations this year went beyond lanterns, fireworks, and red décor. At the heart of the city’s cultural scene, Burj...
Old Doha Port Unveils ‘Experience Ramadan at the Port’ Campaign
Ramadan hits differently by the water. The pace slows. The air cools. Conversations soften. And in Doha, that feeling is taking shape at...
Sharjah’s glowing glass mosque becomes Ramadan’s newest landmark
As the sun sets over Al Dhaid, the inside of Sharjah’s newest mosque begins to glow. Soft golden light flows through a giant...
Sharjah’s Ramadan Festival Is Back — 39 Days of Calm, Culture and Community
Ramadan in Sharjah has its own rhythm. Quieter streets. Slower evenings. Families out together after iftar. Long walks through malls, markets and community...
Dubai announces revised paid parking timings for Ramadan with daily free iftar hours
Dubai has announced revised paid parking timings for Ramadan, bringing a practical change that will be felt across the city — especially during...
Jimmy Carr returns to Dubai Opera for two nights in February
Dubai’s comedy scene is about to get a serious upgrade. Jimmy Carr is officially returning to the city for two live stand-up shows...
Ramadan 2026 Begins in the UAE After Crescent Moon Sighting
Ramadan 2026 has officially begun in the United Arab Emirates, bringing a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community living across the country....
Four Tickets for Dhs30? Global Village Drops Ramadan Deal
Ramadan evenings in Dubai have a rhythm of their own. The day moves quietly. Then, after sunset, the city lights up again. Families...
