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Sharjah to Host the Region’s Biggest 90s Vintage Festival
Sharjah is getting ready to rewind the clock — and not just a little. This February, the emirate will host what’s being described...
Saudi Arabia Orders 20 New High-Speed Trains for Haramain Railway
Saudi Arabia is expanding one of its most important transport links in a big way. The Haramain High-Speed Railway is set to receive...
Dubai Mall Set to Become a Hub for Flying Taxis
Dubai is getting ready to take transport to the skies — and Dubai Mall could soon play a central role in that journey....
Global Village extends Ramadan timings with night shows and dining in Dubai
As the Holy Month approaches, Global Village Ramadan timings in Dubai have officially been extended, giving residents and visitors more reasons to head...
UAE Leads Forbes Middle East’s 2026 Tech Leaders Ranking
The UAE has once again proved why it sits at the centre of the Middle East’s digital future. According to Forbes Middle East’s...
Global Village Dubai: Why the City Waits All Year for This One Place
Ask anyone in Dubai what marks the start of winter, and Global Village Dubai will come up within seconds. It’s not just a...
Saudi Arabia Confirms Hajj 2026 Visa Rollout Timeline
Muslims planning to perform Hajj next year can now begin serious preparations. Saudi Arabia has officially announced that Hajj 2026 visa issuance will...
UAE Public Schools Open Registration for 2026–2027 Academic Year
Parents across the UAE can now begin planning for the next academic year. The Ministry of Education has officially opened public school registration...
Dubai Opens New Al Qudra Road Bridge to Cut Traffic Delays by More Than Half
Anyone who regularly drives through Al Qudra Road knows how busy it can get, especially during morning and evening peak hours. That daily...
Dubai Residents Can Now Use ChatGPT to Access DEWA Services
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has rolled out a new way for residents to manage their utility needs. The authority has officially...
