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Driving Just Got More Expensive! UAE Announces Higher Petrol Prices for August
What happened?The UAE Fuel Price Committee has increased petrol and diesel prices for August 2026. Who is affected?Motorists, businesses with vehicle fleets, delivery...
Dubai Police Now Delivers Recovered Lost Items to Your Doorstep
What happened?Dubai Police has launched a doorstep delivery service for recovered lost-and-found items across the UAE. Who is affected?Residents and visitors who have...
Dubai’s Nad Al Sheba Is Getting a New Mall Packed with Popular Brands
What happened?The Grand, a new community mall developed by Shamal, will open its first phase in Nad Al Sheba Gardens on August 19,...
Abu Dhabi to Host Spartan World Championship 2026 in Al Wathba Desert This November
What happened?Abu Dhabi Sports Council has announced that the sixth Spartan World Championship will take place from 19 to 22 November 2026 at...
Spider-Man Hits Dubai Before Official Release – Here’s How Fans Watched It First
What happened?Reel Cinemas Dubai Mall is hosting a special dawn screening of Spider-Man: Brand New Day on July 29, ahead of its official...
Dubai Police Issues Beach Safety Alert: Keep Your Valuables Safe During Summer Visits
What happened?Dubai Police has issued a summer safety advisory reminding beach visitors to protect their personal belongings and avoid leaving valuables unattended. Who...
UAE Launches World’s First Fully Integrated AI-Powered Judicial Platform
What happened?The UAE has launched the world’s first fully integrated AI-powered judicial platform under the Abu Dhabi Judicial Department. Who is affected?Judges, legal...
Dubai Gold Prices Drop by Dh4 Per Gram as Easing US-Iran Tensions Reduce Safe-Haven Demand
What happened?Dubai gold prices fell by Dh4 per gram on July 28, with 24K gold dropping to Dh487 per gram. Who is affected?Jewellery...
Getting Food Delivered in Dubai? This Major RTA Change Could Make It Faster
What happened?Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has expanded its e-bike delivery service to seven new locations following a successful pilot programme. Who...
Trump Says US-Iran Talks Are Progressing as Oil Prices Fall Despite Fresh Drone Attacks
What happened?US President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran are progressing, raising hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough despite renewed drone attacks across the...
