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Dubai RTA introduces a fresh push for safer public transport
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new safety and etiquette campaign across the Dubai Metro and Tram network. Rolled out...
Saudi Arabia’s Tourism Sector Hits a Historic High in 2025
Saudi Arabia has closed 2025 with a major tourism milestone. The Kingdom welcomed more than 122 million domestic and international visitors over the...
Dubai Metro Red Line Back on Track After Sunday Morning Glitch
If you live in Dubai, you know that Sunday mornings have a very specific energy. It’s the start of the work week, the...
Huge Celebrity Guest Confirmed for Middle East Film and Comic Con 2026
Dust off your capes and start perfecting your “Boy!” impression—the Middle East Film and Comic Con (MEFCC) is officially returning to the capital....
Indian Consulate in Dubai Hosts Flag Hoisting to Mark India’s 77th Republic Day
The Indian Consulate Republic Day Dubai celebrations were marked with pride and quiet emotion on Monday morning as the Consulate General of India...
UAE Petrol Prices for February 2026 to Be Announced Soon
Drivers across Dubai and the UAE are once again keeping an eye on fuel stations as the country prepares to announce petrol prices...
12 Exciting Things to Do This Weekend in Dubai
Dubai in January doesn’t slow down — it opens up. The weather is on its best behaviour, the city feels more social, and...
Saudi Arabia Ranked World’s Most Trusted Government for 3rd Year Running
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the headlines—or just the massive transformation happening a short flight away—this news might not come as...
Dubai Global Village announces Hag Al Leila 2026 celebrations
Dubai’s Global Village is gearing up to celebrate Hag Al Leila 2026, bringing fireworks, drone shows and traditional Emirati festivities to one of...
Dubai to Roll Out Container-Style Gyms Across Three Popular Parks
Dubai residents could soon be squeezing in workouts while enjoying their favourite neighbourhood parks. Dubai Municipality has announced plans to introduce container-style gyms...
