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Driving with Kids in the UAE? Here’s What the Law Requires in 2026

Child safety on the road is a serious responsibility in the UAE, and strict regulations are in place to protect young passengers. The...

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Burj Al Arab Set for Luxury Makeover

Dubai’s skyline is filled with standout landmarks, but few are as instantly recognisable as the Burj Al Arab. Now, the city’s most iconic...

Dubai nursery reopening
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Dubai Nurseries to Reopen from April 16: What Parents Need to Know

After a period of anticipation for parents across the city, the wait is nearly over. Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) officially...

UAE Guinness World Record 64 nationalities
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UAE Sets Guinness World Record With 64 Nationalities Carrying 200kg Flag

On a rain-soaked evening at Hudayriyat Island, a remarkable moment unfolded that captured the true spirit of the UAE. In a country known...

Dubai road safety campaign
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Dubai’s ‘Drive Like Your Mum Is In The Car’ Campaign Targets Risky Driving

Anyone who has driven in Dubai knows the rhythm of the roads — fast-moving traffic, sudden lane changes, and the occasional impatient honk...

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Tajmeel Clinic Opens Flagship Aesthetic Centre in Jumeirah, Dubai

Dubai’s beauty and wellness scene has just welcomed a new addition — and it feels right at home in Jumeirah. Burjeel Holdings has...

UAE Residents in Oman Can Now Extend Visas Without Exiting
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UAE Residents in Oman Can Now Extend Visas Without Exiting

The regional travel landscape just got a lot more manageable for the thousands of UAE residents currently spending time in the Sultanate. In...

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UAE Airlines Expand to 250+ Destinations Despite Regional Disruptions

Step into any airport in the UAE right now, and the energy feels unchanged. Screens still flash global departures. Long-haul routes continue boarding....

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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...