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Ramadan 2026 in Dubai Will Turn the City Into a Living Festival of Light, Culture and Community
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Ramadan 2026 in Dubai Will Feel Different — In the Best Way Possible

Dubai doesn’t just observe Ramadan.It reshapes itself around it. From February 19 to March 19, the city will enter a different rhythm as...

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Layali Ramadan brings open-air Suhoor nights back to Saadiyat Nights

Ramadan nights in the UAE have their own rhythm. Slower. Calmer. More reflective. And every year, certain places quietly become part of that...

UAE schools distance learning Ramadan
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UAE schools to move to Friday distance learning during Ramadan 2026

From the school run to the morning rush, Ramadan mornings in Dubai already feel different. Slower. Calmer. More reflective. Now, UAE families will...

Crescent moon watch begins across Dubai and the UAE as Ramadan approaches
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UAE Calls for Ramadan Moon Sighting as Holy Month Approaches

The UAE has officially called on residents to look to the skies as the country prepares for the start of Ramadan. The announcement...

Saudi official at the announcement of SAR1bn Makkah healthcare investment under Saudi Vision 2030.
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Saudi Arabia Announces $266M Makkah Healthcare Projects

Saudi Arabia has unveiled new Makkah healthcare projects worth more than SAR1 billion (around $266.65 million), reinforcing its commitment to upgrading medical services...

Spartan Run Club Dubai
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Spartan Run Club Dubai Brings Free 5km Community Run to Jumeirah Park

Dubai’s weekend mornings usually mean brunch bookings, beach plans, or a quiet coffee run. But this Saturday, February 14, there is another option...

Dubai RTA performance excellence hub
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Dubai RTA Launches First Performance Excellence Hub in MENA

Dubai has added another milestone to its governance and innovation journey. The Dubai RTA performance excellence hub is now officially live, marking the...

UAE Tightens Food Price Checks Ahead of Ramadan 2026
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UAE Tightens Food Price Checks Ahead of Ramadan 2026

As Ramadan 2026 approaches, authorities across the UAE have stepped up food price monitoring to ensure residents are not burdened with unfair price...

UAE School Bus Journey Time Capped at 45–60 Minutes
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UAE Sets 45–60 Minute Limit on School Bus Journey Time

Long school bus rides have been a daily concern for many families across the Emirates. Now, the government has stepped in. The UAE...

Jumeirah Beach 1 has officially reopened
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Jumeirah Beach 1 Reopens in Dubai With 50% More Space and New Facilities

Jumeirah Beach 1 has officially reopened — and regulars will immediately spot the difference. The well-known public beach in Dubai has completed a...