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Abu Dhabi Issues First Licence Plate for Self-Driving Delivery Vehicle
Abu Dhabi has officially introduced its first licence plate for a self-driving delivery vehicle, launching a pilot programme in Masdar City. The move...
McDonald’s UAE Expands Junior Sports Academy to Inspire Young Athletes
McDonald’s UAE is expanding its Junior Sports Academy to include basketball, football, and cricket, building on the success of its Junior Padel Academy....
Saudi Arabia launches Google Pay via mada, advancing Vision 2030 goals
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) has launched Google Pay in Saudi Arabia through its national payments network, mada. The service’s introduction marks a...
Dubai Safari Park Reopens on 14 October for Season 7
Dubai Safari Park will reopen on 14 October 2025, marking the start of Season 7. Spread across more than 100 hectares in Al...
WrestleMania 43 confirmed for Riyadh in 2027
It has been confirmed that WrestleMania 43 will take place in Riyadh in 2027, making history as the first time WWE’s biggest event...
J Balvin joins the UNTOLD Dubai 2025 lineup
Dubai’s music calendar is about to get louder. International reggaeton star J Balvin has been confirmed as a headline act for UNTOLD Dubai...
RTA to Build 23 New Pedestrian and Cyclist Bridges in Dubai by 2030
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced plans to construct 23 new pedestrian and cyclist bridges across the city by the end...
Global Village Season 30 in Dubai to Open on 15 October 2025
Global Village Dubai will reopen its doors on 15 October 2025, welcoming residents and visitors to its 30th season. The event will run...
Riyadh Fashion Week 2025 Welcomes International Brands for the First Time
Riyadh is preparing to host one of the year’s most anticipated style gatherings as Riyadh Fashion Week 2025 returns for its third edition...
W Dubai Mina Seyahi Launches Floating Breathwork and Yoga Under the Stars
Dubai’s wellness scene is taking a refreshing turn with an evening dedicated to floating, breathwork, and yoga under the stars. W Dubai –...
