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Sharjah Literature Festival Highlights Emirati Identity, Stories, and Community Spirit
Sharjah once again lived up to its reputation as the cultural heart of the UAE. The second edition of the Sharjah Literature Festival...
Dubai RTA to Pilot School Bus Pooling in 2026 to Cut Traffic Around Schools
Anyone driving through Dubai on a weekday morning knows the scene. Long queues outside school gates. Parents double-parking for quick drop-offs. Roads slowing...
UAE Opens One of the World’s Largest Ultra-Fast EV Charging Hubs
The UAE has officially opened one of the world’s largest ultra-fast electric vehicle charging hubs, marking another clear move towards cleaner and smarter...
Daniel Bedingfield’s 00s Nostalgia Gig Comes to Dubai
If you were owning the dancefloor (or your bedroom mirror) in the early 2000s, stop scrolling. We have some news that is going...
Riyadh Metro Red Line to Extend 8.4km to Diriyah Gate
Riyadh is taking another confident step towards modern urban mobility. The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has officially awarded a contract to extend...
Abu Dhabi Set to Host EEIPC 2026 World Skydiving Championships
Abu Dhabi is getting ready to welcome the world’s best indoor skydivers this January as CLYMB™ Yas Island hosts the Second Official EEIPC...
Etihad Airways Announces Flight Sale With Up to 26% Off Economy Fares
Etihad Airways has rolled out a new flight sale, giving travellers across the UAE a reason to plan ahead. The Abu Dhabi-based airline...
UAE Issues Fog Warning as Near-Zero Visibility Expected on Roads
Residents across the UAE have been asked to stay alert as the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM) issued a fog warning for Tuesday,...
Feels Teedo Teddy-Themed Pop-Up Opens at Marsa Boulevard Dubai
Dubai’s winter season is when the city slows down just enough to enjoy the outdoors. Cooler evenings, light jackets, and long walks by...
Dubai Airport Takes Top Spot as the World’s Busiest in 2026
Dubai has reached another major milestone on the global stage. In January 2026, Dubai International Airport (DXB) officially became the world’s busiest airport,...
