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UAE Tightens Food Price Checks Ahead of Ramadan 2026
As Ramadan 2026 approaches, authorities across the UAE have stepped up food price monitoring to ensure residents are not burdened with unfair price...
UAE Sets 45–60 Minute Limit on School Bus Journey Time
Long school bus rides have been a daily concern for many families across the Emirates. Now, the government has stepped in. The UAE...
Jumeirah Beach 1 Reopens in Dubai With 50% More Space and New Facilities
Jumeirah Beach 1 has officially reopened — and regulars will immediately spot the difference. The well-known public beach in Dubai has completed a...
Ramadan 2026 Working Hours Announced for UAE Public Sector
The UAE has confirmed reduced working hours for federal government employees during Ramadan 2026, giving public sector staff shorter office days throughout the...
Indian Expats in UAE Can Now Apply for Chip-Enabled E-Passports
Indian expats living in the UAE can now upgrade to the new Indian e-passport UAE system, a move that promises faster immigration clearance...
Expo 2030 Riyadh Metro Station Confirmed on Yellow Line
Saudi Arabia has officially moved forward with plans for the Expo 2030 Riyadh Metro station, a new stop that will directly serve the...
Dubai Ruler Announces Al Layan Oasis with Open-Air Cinema and Desert Camping
Dubai’s desert landscape is about to welcome a major new attraction. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has announced Al Layan...
Oman Confirms Ramadan 2026 Working Hours for Public and Private Sectors
Oman has officially confirmed its Ramadan 2026 working hours, giving both public and private sector employees clarity ahead of the holy month. The...
Bluewaters Art Festival Is Back in April — Here’s What Dubai Can Expect
Dubai’s event calendar never really slows down. But every now and then, something different stands out. The Bluewaters Art Festival is returning this...
Dubai Chambers Unveils DC Connect to Simplify Business Services
Dubai’s business community has a new digital tool at its disposal. Dubai Chambers has officially launched Dubai Chambers DC Connect, a unified online...
