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UAE Public Schools Open Registration for 2026–2027 Academic Year
Parents across the UAE can now begin planning for the next academic year. The Ministry of Education has officially opened public school registration...
Dubai Opens New Al Qudra Road Bridge to Cut Traffic Delays by More Than Half
Anyone who regularly drives through Al Qudra Road knows how busy it can get, especially during morning and evening peak hours. That daily...
Dubai Residents Can Now Use ChatGPT to Access DEWA Services
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has rolled out a new way for residents to manage their utility needs. The authority has officially...
Paying Zakat This Ramadan? UAE Confirms Official Rates for 2026
As Ramadan draws closer, families across the UAE are once again preparing for a month shaped by fasting, prayer, and giving. To remove...
World’s Largest Handwritten Quran Is Now on Display in Makkah
Makkah has quietly unveiled something extraordinary. At the Holy Qur’an Museum inside the Hira Cultural District, visitors can now view the world’s largest...
Dubai Launches Self-Driving Robot Taxis Ahead of 2026 Rollout
Dubai has officially taken another bold step towards the future of transport. The city has launched fully autonomous self-driving robot taxis, developed by...
Ramadan Working Hours in UAE Explained for Public and Private Sector Employees
As Ramadan approaches, work routines across Dubai and the UAE are set to slow down slightly. Offices wrap up earlier. Meetings are tighter....
Traffic Alert: Dubai Roads to Close Today for UAE Tour Women 2026
Dubai drivers are being advised to plan as the UAE Tour Women 2026 brings rolling road closures across the city this weekend. The...
Sharjah Heritage Days 2026 Opens Under ‘Glow of Authenticity’ Theme
Sharjah has once again placed heritage at the centre of community life. On Wednesday evening, His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al...
Kygo to Perform at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 in Jeddah
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2026 is shaping up to be more than just a Formula 1 weekend. This April, fans heading to...
