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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,...

Emirati Children’s Day
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UAE President Reassures Children They Are Safe on Emirati Children’s Day

Across the UAE, Emirati Children’s Day on March 15 is a reminder of how much the country prioritises the well-being of its youngest...

Saudia Airlines free rebooking
Saudi Arabia

Saudia Airlines Offers Free Rebooking and Refunds Amid Regional Flight Disruptions

Travellers flying with Saudia Airlines now have greater flexibility as the airline rolls out new options for passengers impacted by recent regional airspace...

Dubai beach library
Local News

Dubai Opens Free Beach Library at Jumeirah Beach 2

A quiet beach morning in Dubai often means soft waves, warm sand, and the occasional jogger passing by the shoreline. Now, there’s something...

Ramadan 2026 end date UAE
Local NewsRamadan

When Will Ramadan End in 2026? Astronomers Reveal Likely Date for UAE

As Ramadan continues across the UAE, many residents are already looking ahead to the final days of the holy month and the start...

DXB Flights Suspended as Dubai Police Close Major Roads Near Dubai International Airport
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DXB Flights Suspended as Dubai Police Announce Major Road Closures Near Airport

Travellers planning to fly out of Dubai on Monday morning were met with unexpected disruption after DXB flights were suspended following an incident...

UAE grace period for expired visas
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UAE Gives Expats With Expired Visas a Chance to Return Without New Entry Permit

Many UAE residents who travelled abroad recently found themselves in an unexpected situation. Flights were cancelled, routes changed, and regional airspace closures made...

Kuwait Eid Celebrations & Public Gatherings
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Kuwait bans weddings and concerts during Eid Al Fitr amid security concerns

As Eid Al Fitr approaches, Kuwait has introduced a temporary ban on large celebratory events across the country. Authorities have announced that weddings,...

Air Arabia plane taking off with the airline’s red branding clearly visible.
Local NewsTravel

Air Arabia Restarts Limited Flights From UAE Amid Regional Disruptions

The familiar red-and-white Air Arabia aircraft are slowly returning to the skies. After several days of uncertainty across regional airspace, the Sharjah-based airline...

Wasl Village paid parking Dubai signboard and regulated public parking zone
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Paid Parking Now Active in Wasl Village

Parking rules have changed in one of Dubai’s growing residential neighbourhoods. Drivers visiting Wasl Village will now notice new signboards marking paid parking...