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It’s Official: Shaaban 2026 is Here & The Countdown to a “Winter Ramadan” Has Begun
If you walked out this morning and felt like the energy in the city had shifted just a little bit, you aren’t alone....
The World’s Kitchen is Officially Open (And It’s Massive!)
If you live in Dubai, you know the drill in January. The weather is perfect, the outdoor terraces are packed, and the city’s...
Dubai Gold Prices Cross Record High as Rates Jump Dh50 Per Gram in 2026
Dubai gold prices have started 2026 on a strong note, climbing to record levels across all major variants. In just a few weeks,...
Dubai Police introduces a smarter way to handle legal services
Dubai Police has taken another step towards smarter governance with the launch of a new digital ecosystem designed to support lawyers and legal...
UAE Ranks 10th in 2026 Global Soft Power Index, Strengthening Its Global Influence
The United Arab Emirates continues to strengthen its global standing, ranking 10th in the 2026 Global Soft Power Index, a respected international benchmark...
Qatar Unveils Al-Mujadilah: Region’s First Women-Only Mosque
Let’s be real—when we think of new architectural landmarks in the GCC, our minds usually race to the latest skyscraper in Dubai or...
Xiaomi Brings the REDMI Note 15 Series to the UAE
Xiaomi has officially launched the REDMI Note 15 Series in the UAE, adding a tougher, smarter, and more lifestyle-focused smartphone lineup to its...
Miami Vibes Returns to Umm Al Emarat Park Abu Dhabi This January
If January feels slow, Abu Dhabi has an answer. Miami Vibes has returned to Umm Al Emarat Park, bringing colour, comfort food and...
Abu Dhabi Named World’s Safest City for 10th Year in a Row
Abu Dhabi has once again been named the world’s safest city, marking an impressive 10 consecutive years at the top of global safety...
Dubai Holiday Homes Sector Nears 3,000 Firms as New Business Group Is Launched
Dubai’s short-term rental market is moving into a new phase — bigger, more structured, and firmly on the radar of both regulators and...
