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Etihad, Emirates Outshine 320 Global Airlines In 2026 Safety Rankings
Etihad and Emirates shine in 2026 safety rankings, outpacing 320 global airlines with modern fleets, rigorous training, and top-tier safety standards, cementing the UAE’s aviation excellence [...]

You'll Soon Be Able To Pay For Parking Using Salik At DXB
Dubai Airports and Dubai’s road toll firm Salik have signed a deal for seamless e-wallet parking across all three terminals of the Dubai International Airport (DXB) [...]

Ramadan Souq In Deira To Kick Off On 17 January; Here's What's In Store This Season
The fourth season of the Ramadan Souq will open on 17 January at the Old Municipality Street Square in the Grand Souq area of Deira [...]

Top Dining Deals You Must Grab In Dubai This Week
A fresh week brings fresh new reasons to eat out. Connector rounds up some of the best dining deals in Dubai this week [...]

Dubai Launches New Cycling Pass To Promote Active Lifestyles
Dubai has launched the Cycling Pass initiative, aiming to promote healthy living and reinforce Dubai’s position as a global hub for sport, wellbeing, and quality of life. [...]

UPDATES

UAE Passport Ranks 5th Globally After Record-Breaking Rise

14 January 2026

The UAE has recorded the strongest long-term rise of any country on the Henley Passport Index, climbing an unprecedented 57 places over the past two decades to rank 5th globally in 2026

UAE President Gifts His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Photo Album Celebrating 20 Years Of Leadership

14 January 2026

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan gifted a photo album to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai

RTA Launches New School Transport Plan To Ease Traffic Congestion

14 January 2026

RTA has launched a new transport plan, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of daily mobility for school students

DINING

Ten To Try: Luqaimat

07 January 2026

From heritage cafés to trendy eateries and street-food favourites, here are 10 of the most irresistible luqaimat acrtoss Dubai

Where To Dine In Dubai This Week: Unmissable Offers And Experiences

29 December 2025

Connector brings you some of the freshest and most irresistible dining offers to tempt your taste buds in Dubai this week.

New Year’s Eve Dinners In Dubai That Promise A Spectacular Celebration

22 December 2025

Here’s Connector’s round-up of Dubai’s most exciting New Year's Eve dinners.

WHAT'S ON

Things To Do For The Weekend 2-4 January

02 January 2026

The first week of the New Year is packed with good vibes and great times!

Emirates Airline Festival Of Literature 2026: Lineup, Awards, Events And Everything You Need To Know

01 January 2026

The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is set to return to Dubai in January 2026 with an expansive programme featuring some of the world’s most celebrated authors, regional literary voices, and engaging cultural experiences