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Saudi Arabia Ranked 22nd in World Happiness Report 2026
There’s been a noticeable shift across the Gulf in recent years — and it’s now showing up in global rankings. Saudi Arabia has...
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi to Launch New Rides From April 4
Abu Dhabi’s much-loved Yas Waterworld is set to level up the experience for visitors as it prepares to launch new rides from April...
Dubai World Cup 2026: Races, Tickets, Timings & What to Expect
There’s something different about race day in Dubai. The energy builds long before the first horse even steps onto the track. At Meydan...
UAE Indian Schools Brace for Online Start to New Academic Year
The new academic year for Indian curriculum schools in the UAE is just around the corner. Normally, this time of year comes with...
UAE Intercepts 7 Ballistic Missiles and 16 Drones as Defence Systems Stay on High Alert
There are moments in the UAE when the city feels exactly as it always does—traffic moving steadily on Sheikh Zayed Road, cafés buzzing...
Finished Eid Al Fitr? Here’s What Holidays UAE Residents Can Look Forward to Next
As Eid Al Fitr 2026 comes to an end and life slowly returns to normal across Dubai, many residents are already thinking ahead....
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Breaks Records This Ramadan—3.2 Million Visitors Show Up
There’s something about Ramadan nights in Abu Dhabi that stays with you. The calm. The quiet buzz of people arriving. The soft echo...
Dubai Starts 12km Al Ras Walkway Project to Boost Walkability
Early mornings in Al Ras already have a certain charm — quiet lanes, old wind towers, the sound of abra boats in the...
UAE Universities Go Online Again: Hybrid Classes and Flexible Options Announced for Students
It’s a quiet return to class for many students across Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week. Instead of crowded lecture halls and busy...
Sheikh Hamdan Replaces ‘Housewife’ With ‘Generation Shaper’ in UAE Mother’s Day Tribute
In a powerful Mother’s Day message, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has introduced a thoughtful initiative that’s already sparking conversation...
