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UAE National Day 2025
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UAE National Day 2025 May Offer an Extended Break

Residents across the UAE could be looking at an extended holiday at the end of the year as UAE National Day 2025 approaches....

We the UAE 2031
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Sheikh Mohammed Launches Long-Term National Strategy Aligned with AI

In a move that reflects the UAE’s growing focus on strategic foresight, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and...

Sharjah to Warsaw flights
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Air Arabia Launches Daily Sharjah to Warsaw Flights Starting December 2025

Air Arabia has announced it will begin operating daily direct flights from Sharjah to Warsaw Modlin Mazovia Airport starting 20 December 2025. The...

UAE Wrestling Federation Camp
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UAE Wrestling Federation Camp in Abu Dhabi Offers Free Summer Training for Kids

Parents in Abu Dhabi now have a rewarding way to keep their children active over the summer break. The UAE Wrestling Federation Camp...

visa-free entry to Russia for Saudi citizens
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Saudi Citizens Could Soon Travel to Russia Without a Visa

Saudi citizens might soon enjoy visa-free entry to Russia, as Moscow hints at lifting current travel restrictions. The possibility came into focus after...

Dubai Fountain reopening
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Dubai Fountain to Reopen October 1 After Major Revamp

After months of redevelopment, the Dubai Fountain is confirmed to return to action on October 1, 2025, bringing back its world-famous performances with...

Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 Launches with Record-Breaking Citywide Deals
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Dubai Summer Surprises Launches with Record-Breaking Citywide Deals

Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 is officially live, and it’s bringing with it a scale of offers never seen before. Spanning retail, dining, hospitality,...

Dubai blue roof taxis
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Familiar Dubai Taxi Colour Gets a Bold Makeover

For years, blue-roof taxis have been a common sight across Dubai’s roads. Now, they’re quietly retiring that signature look. The company behind the...

Umrah housing violations
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Saudi Arabia Enforces Legal Action Over Umrah Housing Violations

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has begun legal proceedings against several Umrah service providers after identifying serious gaps in the quality...

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UAE Shares Breakthrough in Eco-Friendly Cloud Seeding to Tackle Water Security Challenges

In an era of rising demand for freshwater and a growing climate crisis, the UAE is quietly leading a major shift in how...