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UAE holidays after Eid Al Fitr 2026
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Finished Eid Al Fitr? Here’s What Holidays UAE Residents Can Look Forward to Next

As Eid Al Fitr 2026 comes to an end and life slowly returns to normal across Dubai, many residents are already thinking ahead....

Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Ramadan 2026
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Breaks Records This Ramadan—3.2 Million Visitors Show Up

There’s something about Ramadan nights in Abu Dhabi that stays with you. The calm. The quiet buzz of people arriving. The soft echo...

Dubai Starts 12km Al Ras Walkway Project to Boost Walkability
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Dubai Starts 12km Al Ras Walkway Project to Boost Walkability

Early mornings in Al Ras already have a certain charm — quiet lanes, old wind towers, the sound of abra boats in the...

Sheikh Hamdan Mother’s Day message Generation Shaper UAE (2)
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UAE Universities Go Online Again: Hybrid Classes and Flexible Options Announced for Students

It’s a quiet return to class for many students across Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week. Instead of crowded lecture halls and busy...

Sheikh Hamdan Mother’s Day message Generation Shaper UAE
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Sheikh Hamdan Replaces ‘Housewife’ With ‘Generation Shaper’ in UAE Mother’s Day Tribute

In a powerful Mother’s Day message, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has introduced a thoughtful initiative that’s already sparking conversation...

Public parking zones in Dubai during Eid Al Fitr 2026
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UAE Eid Parking 2026: Free Parking Dates Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah & Ajman

Motorists across the UAE can take a breather this Eid. With UAE Eid parking 2026 announcements now confirmed, residents and visitors can enjoy...

British Airways Dubai flights cancelled (1)
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British Airways Cancels Dubai Flights Until May

If you were planning a summer trip to London or beyond, this update may change your plans. British Airways has confirmed that all...

Dinosaur Immersive Odyssey Dubai VR experience at Festival City Mall
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Dubai Festival City Mall launches dinosaur immersive VR experience for families

Dubai’s indoor entertainment scene continues to grow, and this time, it’s stepping back into prehistoric times. The newly launched Dinosaur Immersive Odyssey in...

Ajman Confirms Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays from March 19 to 22
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Ajman Confirms Eid Al Fitr 2026 Holidays from March 19 to 22

Ajman Eid Al Fitr holidays for 2026 are now official, giving government employees a four-day break to mark the festive period. Authorities confirmed...

Tesla free Supercharging UAE
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Tesla Offers Free Supercharging Across UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar Amid Regional Disruptions

In a move that’s already catching attention across the region, Tesla has rolled out free Supercharging across multiple locations in the UAE, Saudi...