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Etihad Rail Yas Island shuttle
Local News

Etihad Rail to Connect Abu Dhabi Station to Yas Island With Free Shuttle Buses

Etihad Rail and Miral have signed an agreement to connect Mohamed bin Zayed City Station in Abu Dhabi with the Yas Express shuttle...

UAE passport ranked world’s most powerful
Local News

UAE Passport Ranked World’s Most Powerful in 2026, With Access to 182 Destinations

The UAE passport has been ranked the world’s most powerful in the 2026 Passport Index by Arton Capital, with a mobility score of...

Dubai International Airport departures board showing international flight schedule updates during airline suspensions in 2026.
Travel

Before You Fly: 16 Airlines Have Paused Dubai Flights Until October

What happened?Sixteen international airlines have temporarily suspended or extended the suspension of flights to Dubai, with some services not expected to resume until...

Emirates student offer
Travel

Students Can Now Get Cheaper Emirates Flights With New Discounts

What happened?Emirates has launched a student travel offer with discounted fares, extra baggage allowance and flexible booking options for eligible students. Who is...

Montenegro visa-free for UAE residents
Travel

Skip the Visa! UAE Residents Can Now Visit This Dream European Destination

What happened?Montenegro has introduced a temporary visa-free entry scheme for eligible UAE residents from May 1 to October 1, 2026. Who is affected?Foreign...

Etihad Rail Madinat Zayed and Liwa stations
Local News

Etihad Rail Brings Two Abu Dhabi Stations Forward – Here’s When They Will Open Now

What happened?Etihad Rail will open its Madinat Zayed and Liwa passenger stations on November 30, 2026, one month ahead of the previously announced...

Passengers walking through Dubai International Airport as DXB operates near full capacity during the 2026 summer travel season.
Local News

Dubai Airports Operating Near Full Capacity Despite Regional Tensions, CEO Confirms

What happened?Dubai International Airport (DXB) is operating at near full capacity despite recent regional airspace disruptions linked to tensions in the Middle East....

UAE air taxi regulations
AutomotiveLocal News

UAE Driving Licence Now Recognised in 34 Countries

What happened?The UAE Ministry of Interior announced that the UAE driving licence is now recognised in 34 countries and international destinations under the...

UAE Airports Ditching Passports for Face Recognition
Local NewsTravel

Is Dubai Airport Going Passport-Free? Here’s What You Need to Know

Dubai’s airports have deployed 122 biometric smart gates that process passengers in approximately five seconds using facial recognition. The UAE plans to fully...

UAE updates this week
Local NewsUAE Facts

5 Important UAE News Updates You May Have Missed This Week

The UAE has rolled out several important updates this week affecting residents, workers, families, renters and travellers. These include the upcoming visa grace...

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