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Abu Dhabi deploys volunteers across Saadiyat Island to assist tourists
Abu Dhabi is adding a more human touch to its cultural scene—and it’s happening right where visitors need it most. A new Abu...
Dubai Adds 726 New Bus Shelters to Improve Public Transport Experience
Dubai continues to raise the bar for public transport. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the installation of 726 modern bus...
Sharjah Public Libraries Launch 24-Hour Smart Locker Book Pickup
Book lovers in Sharjah now have a reason to stay up late—or wake up early. Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) has introduced a 24-hour...
DAZ Festival Al Ain Is Ending Soon — Here’s Why It’s Worth the Drive
The DAZ Festival Al Ain is wrapping up this weekend, and if there’s one thing visitors are realising, it’s not the kind of...
UAE Weather Today: Rain, Winds and Cloudy Skies Expected Across the Country
Residents across the UAE can expect a mix of rain, cloud cover, and breezy conditions today. According to the National Centre of Meteorology...
Dubai Introduces ‘Spots for Shops’: Shop and Get Free Parking Across the City
Dubai motorists may soon find parking a little easier on the wallet. The city’s leading parking operator, Parkin Company, has rolled out a...
Dubai Police Launch Weekly ‘Ride With Police’ Cycling at Autodrome
Something is refreshing about Dubai in the early evening—especially at Dubai Autodrome, where the hum of engines is replaced by the quiet rhythm...
Filming While Driving Can Cost Dh2,000 and Car Impound
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh warning to motorists, urging them to stop filming while driving. The reminder comes as part of...
Dubai Hills Run to Support Maiz Tacos as Local Legends Returns This Weekend
There’s something different happening in Dubai’s run scene this weekend—and it’s not about pace or distance. On Saturday morning, residents will gather at...
Dubai Cafés Now Offer Free Co-Working Spaces With No Minimum Spend
Dubai’s café culture is evolving—and fast. In a city where working from cafés often comes with an unspoken rule to keep ordering, two...
