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Qatar Changes Sweetened Drink Rules From November 1
Qatar will introduce a new electronic process for approving sweetened drink analysis certificates from November 1, 2026. The General Tax Authority (GTA) will...
Sharjah Ruler Announces Part-Time Jobs Plan for Retired Residents
What happened? Sharjah Ruler Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi has approved a new part-time employment system for senior citizens, retirees and...
20 Years, AED937 Billion: How Dubai Transformed Under Sheikh Hamdan
What happened? Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has marked 20 years as Chairman of Dubai’s Executive Council, with new figures...
Dubai Metro station to be renamed Garmin Metro Station under 10-year deal
What happened? Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has granted Garmin naming rights for the current ONPASSIVE Metro Station under a 10-year agreement....
Dubai Salik plans expansion into parking payments, AI and new mobility services
What happened? Dubai’s Salik has renewed its technology partnership with TransCore for another five years and plans to explore artificial intelligence, advanced digital...
Disney+ announces major app change for UAE residents with new features
Disney+ is replacing its current MENA app with a new version on October 6, 2026. UAE subscribers will be among those affected by...
Emirates cancels all Dubai-Jakarta flights as Indonesia volcano disrupts air travel
Emirates has cancelled all four scheduled flights between Dubai and Jakarta on Monday, September 7, after volcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau disrupted...
Abu Dhabi Has 297 Events Planned for 2026 — Here’s What’s Coming
What happened? ADNEC Group has announced 297 events across its Abu Dhabi and Al Ain venues during the second half of 2026. Who...
UAE National Orchestra to Open Abu Dhabi Festival with François López-Ferrer and David Khrikuli
The UAE National Orchestra will make its Arab World premiere on Saturday, 10 October 2026, at Etihad Arena on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi....
Dubai-Sharjah Traffic Just Got a Major Boost: New RTA Lane Cuts Waiting Time by 15%
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced traffic improvements at Al Qiyadah Intersection, including a new lane from Al Ittihad Road. The...
