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Dubai Opens New “Central Park-Style” Green Space in Jebel Ali
Dubai has introduced a new large-scale park in Jebel Ali, offering residents a fresh outdoor space designed for fitness, relaxation, and community life....
UAE Steps Into Global Food Leadership With WFP Board Role
The United Arab Emirates is stepping into a bigger global role after being selected to join the Executive Board of the World Food...
Park Hyatt Dubai to Close from May 2026 for Major Renovation
Some places in Dubai don’t rely on noise to stand out — they simply do their job well, year after year. Park Hyatt...
Qatar Airways Expands to 150+ Destinations from Doha for Summer 2026
There’s a certain rhythm to travel through Doha—especially if you’ve passed through it during peak season. Busy, but organised. Fast, yet surprisingly calm....
Trump Signals Iran War Could End Soon as Lebanon Ceasefire Begins
A possible breakthrough in the ongoing Middle East tensions is beginning to take shape. A 10-day ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel has officially...
UAE Parents Scramble for Transport as School Buses Remain Suspended
The school run is about to look very different across the UAE. As students prepare to return to classrooms on April 20, many...
Dubai Proposes Stricter E-Scooter Rules to Improve Road Safety
Dubai is taking a firmer approach to regulating electric scooters, with new proposals aimed at improving safety across the city. The updated Dubai...
Yas Island ‘Kids Go Free’ Offer Returns for Summer 2026: Full Details Inside
Just as summer begins to set in across the UAE, Yas Island has brought back one of its most popular family deals —...
Saudi Issues Rain Driving Advisory as Unstable Weather Continues
Unstable weather has been sweeping across Saudi Arabia this week, bringing steady rainfall, pockets of hail, and the looming risk of flash floods...
Dubai Schools to Resume In-Person Classes from April 20
Dubai is preparing to bring students back to classrooms, as the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has announced that private schools and...
