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Ramadan Nights returns to Hayy Jameel with storytelling, puppets and late-night culture
There’s a certain calm that settles over cities during Ramadan nights. Streets soften, conversations slow down, and evenings stretch longer than usual. In...
UAE Announces Unified School Academic Calendar for 2026–2029
Families across the UAE now have long-term clarity on school life, holidays, and term planning. The Ministry of Education (MoE) has officially announced...
Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holiday Dates Announced in UAE
The UAE has officially confirmed the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday schedule, giving residents a clear view of the March break that many...
Hessa Street Upgrade in Dubai to Cut Travel Time from 24 Minutes to Just 5
Dubai residents who use Hessa Street daily know the routine. Long queues. Slow-moving traffic. Peak-hour frustration, especially between Al Khail Road and Sheikh...
Saudi Arabia’s New Umrah Rules for Ramadan 2026
Ramadan always brings a different kind of energy to Makkah. The air feels heavier with devotion. The crowds grow by the day. And...
Will iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold Launch Together This September?
Apple’s September event is always a big deal in the UAE. From tech lovers in Downtown Dubai to students upgrading before the new...
Saudi Arabia Revives Historic Al-Fath Mosque Near Makkah in Major Heritage Restoration
There’s something powerful about standing in a place where history and faith meet. The kind of place that doesn’t need signs or plaques...
Dubai Launches “Unified Health Screening” to Simplify Residence Visa Medical Checks
If you’ve ever gone through Dubai’s residence visa process, you know the routine. Multiple appointments. Different centres. Long waiting rooms. More forms than...
Ras Al Khaimah steps up 24/7 food safety checks for Ramadan
Ramadan changes everything in the UAE — especially how, when, and where people eat. Kitchens stay open longer. Bakeries work overnight. Iftar prep...
Is There a New Mosque in Your Neighborhood? Dubai Just Opened 15 New Spots for Ramadan!
As the crescent moon for Ramadan 2026 nears, Dubai is making sure its residents have a place to pray right at their doorstep....
