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Etihad Rail passenger network UAE
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Etihad Rail Passenger Network Revealed: 11 Stations Across UAE

The UAE’s plan to connect the country by passenger train is no longer just a concept on paper. Etihad Rail has officially revealed...

RunYAS 2026 Abu Dhabi
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RunYAS 2026 brings Abu Dhabi together on the F1 track

If your January fitness plans are already starting to feel ambitious, here’s a reminder that staying active doesn’t have to mean gyms or...

Global Village Season 30 closing date
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Global Village Season 30 closing date revealed

Dubai residents now have clarity on how long they can enjoy one of the city’s most popular winter attractions. Global Village has officially...

World’s Highest Gym Class Riyadh
HealthSaudi Arabia

Riyadh Hosts the World’s Highest Gym Class at 2,200 Feet

If you’re bored of staring at gym mirrors or counting ceiling tiles during workouts, Riyadh has just raised the bar. By 2,200 feet....

Nestlé Infant Formula Recall in the UAE: What Dubai Parents Should Know
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Nestlé Infant Formula Recall in the UAE: What Dubai Parents Should Know

If you’re a parent in Dubai, chances are you’ve already seen the headlines or heard whispers at the pharmacy counter. Nestlé has issued...

UAE school admission age criteria 2026–27
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UAE Announces Age Rules for KG & Grade 1 Admissions 2026–27

If you’re a parent in Dubai with a toddler at home, this update matters. The UAE Ministry of Education has officially released the...

UAE weather forecast rain this week
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UAE Weather Forecast: Rain, Wind and Cooler Days Expected This Week

Residents across the UAE may want to keep their umbrellas and light jackets handy. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), the...

Dubai RTA Al Warqa’a 1 road upgrade
Local NewsTravel

RTA Finishes Al Warqa’a 1 Road Upgrade, Traffic Down 30%

Anyone who lives in Al Warqa’a knows this road well. Early morning school runs. Office traffic building up before 8am. Slow-moving cars during...

UAE schools Friday timings
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UAE Schools to End Fridays Early as New Prayer Timings Kick In

Friday afternoons are about to look very different for families across the UAE. Starting January 9, 2026, schools nationwide will end the school...

Balad Beast 2026
Local NewsSaudi Arabia

Balad Beast 2026: Shaggy and Playboi Carti Head to Jeddah This January

If you’ve been living in Dubai for a while, you know the vibe of a big festival. We’re used to the massive setups...