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British Airways Dubai flights cancelled (1)
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British Airways Cancels Dubai Flights Until May

If you were planning a summer trip to London or beyond, this update may change your plans. British Airways has confirmed that all...

Dinosaur Immersive Odyssey Dubai VR experience at Festival City Mall
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Dubai Festival City Mall launches dinosaur immersive VR experience for families

Dubai’s indoor entertainment scene continues to grow, and this time, it’s stepping back into prehistoric times. The newly launched Dinosaur Immersive Odyssey in...

Ajman Confirms Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays from March 19 to 22
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Ajman Confirms Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays from March 19 to 22

Ajman Eid Al Fitr holidays for 2026 are now official, giving government employees a four-day break to mark the festive period. Authorities confirmed...

Tesla free Supercharging UAE
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Tesla Offers Free Supercharging Across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar Amid Regional Disruptions

In a move that’s already catching attention across the region, Tesla has rolled out free Supercharging across multiple locations in the UAE, Saudi...

Eid Al Fitr prayers UAE
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Eid Al Fitr 2026 in UAE: Prayers to Be Held Only in Mosques This Year

Eid mornings in the UAE are usually filled with the sight of large open prayer grounds packed with families, mats laid out under...

Qatar Eid Al Fitr 2026 holidays announcement and moon sighting
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Qatar Announces Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays for Public and Private Sector

Qatar has officially confirmed the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holidays, giving residents across the country a clearer picture of the upcoming long break....

Eid Al Fitr 2026 moon sighting
Saudi Arabia

Eid Al Fitr: Saudi Arabia Asks Muslims to Look for Crescent on March 18

The final days of Ramadan always feel a little different in Dubai. The roads stay busy well past midnight, supermarkets are packed with...

UAE distance learning
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UAE Announces 2 Weeks of Remote Learning for Schools and Universities

In a move that many parents across the UAE will find familiar, authorities have announced a two-week shift to distance learning for schools...

UAE emergency alert
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UAE Emergency Alert: Authorities Confirm Situation Safe After Missile Threat

The focus keyword: UAE emergency alert came into sharp focus early on March 17, 2026, after authorities issued precautionary notifications across the country...

Metro and Tram to Run Longer Hours
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Dubai Announces Free Parking & Eid Transport Timings for 2026

Dubai is gearing up for Eid Al Fitr 2026 with a series of travel-friendly updates. From free parking to extended public transport hours,...