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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...
Dubai’s Rove Hotels Expands to Oman With First Lifestyle Residences in Muscat
Dubai-based lifestyle hotel brand Rove Hotels has officially made its way into Oman, marking a new chapter in its regional expansion story. The...
Safa Park to Turn Into a Giant Open-Air Car Gallery for One Day
Dubai has a long-standing relationship with cars. From luxury models cruising through Downtown to vintage classics parked at weekend meets, automobiles are part...
Dubai Launches Blue and Green Spaces Roadmap 2030 With 1.5 Million Trees Planned
Dubai is rethinking how nature fits into everyday city life. At the World Governments Summit, Dubai Municipality unveiled the Blue and Green Spaces...
Ramadan 2026 Likely to Begin on February 19 in the UAE, Say Astronomers
As the holy month approaches, early clarity around the Ramadan 2026 start date is already helping residents across Dubai and the UAE plan...
These Iftar Dining Experiences in Dubai Are Worth Booking Early
When the sun dips and the city exhales, Dubai does iftar in its own unmistakable way. Tables fill quickly. Conversations soften. Time stretches...
Paid Parking Comes to Palm Jumeirah Crescent
If you’ve ever driven down the Palm Jumeirah crescent early in the morning for a quiet walk or pulled up just before sunset...
Abu Dhabi Approves AED16m Mubazzarah Dam Road Upgrade in Al Ain
Abu Dhabi has approved an AED16 million upgrade of Mubazzarah Dam Road in Al Ain, marking a significant step in improving access to...
Dubai Loop and Glydways: How Dubai’s New Transport Projects Aim to Ease Traffic
Anyone who drives through Sheikh Zayed Road at peak hours knows the feeling.A short distance. A long wait. Dubai has expanded roads, added...
