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UPDATES
- Dubai Municipality Opens Integrated Community Markets
  
  Dubai Municipality completes new community market spaces across major industrial areas, featuring 866 stalls, sports facilities, and everyday services for residents and workers.
- Dubai Robotaxis Pass 4 Million Kilometres As Driverless Fleet Grows
  
  Dubai's autonomous Robotaxi fleet achieves a milestone of four million kilometres driven across designated operational zones, supporting the emirate's smart self-driving transport targets.
- RTA Completes Al Marabea Street Upgrade To Boost Capacity And Cut Peak Journey Times
  
  Dubai's RTA completes road expansion on Al Marabea Street between Al Khail Road and Al Asayel Street, boosting traffic capacity by 30% and cutting peak travel delays by up to 30% for commuters.
- Uber And Dubai Airports Launch Air-Conditioned Passenger Lounge At DXB Terminal 3
  
  Uber and Dubai Airports open a climate-controlled rider lounge at DXB Terminal 3 pickup area, featuring device charging hubs, luggage seating, and streamlined PIN dispatch queues.
HEALTH & FITNESS
- UAE Becomes Second Country Globally To Authorise New High Cholesterol Drug Lipfendra
  
  The Emirates Drug Establishment authorises Lipfendra, a new daily oral medication for adults with high LDL cholesterol, bringing cutting-edge healthcare to UAE residents.
- Approved New Weight Loss Pill; Here's What We Know
  
  Foundayo, the new weight loss pill is expected to be available in the UAE from May this year. Here's everything you need to know!
- Day In The Life: Dr Tatjana Pavicic
  
  Dr. Tatjana Pavicic is a dermatologist and global educator in aesthetic medicine, known for personalised, evidence-based care.
- Why Is Obesity Rising In Dubai? Experts Explain The Causes And Solutions
  
  Obesity is rising in Dubai due to sedentary lifestyles, easy access to high-calorie food, busy schedules and poor diet choices. Here's what experts have to say!
BEAUTY
- Expert Tips To Make Your Makeup Last Through Dubai’s Summer Heat
  
  Beat Dubai’s summer heat with expert makeup tips on hydration, breathable formulas, and smart layering
- Winter Skincare: Do’s, Don’t’s And Everything You Must Know
  
  Here’s your complete guide to keeping your skin smooth, supple, and glowing all winter long
- Skincare Routine: Advice From Skin Experts On Choosing Between 10 Step Or 3 Step Routine
  
  Connector spoke with skincare experts to clarify the essentials and help you understand the best practices for a realistic skincare routine.
- What To Consider Before Getting Laser Hair Removal
  
  Skip the razor and waxing appointments for laser hair removal
KIDS & EDUCATION
- UAE Launches National Higher Education Award To Celebrate Academic Excellence
  
  The UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has officially launched a new national award to celebrate the institutions, teachers, and partners shaping the country's tertiary education sector.
- Abu Dhabi Student Crowned UAE Arab Reading Challenge Champion
  
  Grade 6 student Danah Adel Al Zarouni beat over 830,000 national entrants to claim the 10th Arab Reading Challenge crown at Dubai’s Expo City, advancing to the global grand finals.
- KHDA Launches Mandatory 'Skills For Life' Initiative
  
  Dubai’s KHDA introduces the 'Skills for Life' educational framework for the 2026-27 academic year, integrating financial literacy, digital safety, and wellness.
- The Green Planet Dubai Relaunches Indoor Rainforest Summer Camp For Children
  
  Dubai’s popular tropical bio-dome has announced the return of its four-day weekly summer camp, offering children aged 5 to 12 hands-on wildlife encounters, photography workshops and science experiments.
DINING
- Isola Launches Weekday Lunch Menu At Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse
  
  Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse Italian favourite Isola launches 'Pranzo all'Isola', a summer weekday set lunch menu, offering two and three-course coastal Italian dining options starting from Dhs 140.
- MiMi Mei Fair Launches New Dinner Set Menu In Downtown Dubai
  
  MiMi Mei Fair on Downtown Boulevard introduces a three-course dinner set menu for Dhs 228 per person.
- Al Quoz Cafe Welcomes Morning Diners With French-Inspired Breakfast Menu
  
  Cassette, the music and arts café in Al Quoz, offers a relaxed start to the day with a newly highlighted French-inspired breakfast menu featuring classic egg dishes, sweet crêpes, and house-made pastries.
- Midweek Ladies' Night Comes To Above Eleven
  
  Dubai's sky-high Nikkei hotspot Above Eleven is introducing a Wednesday evening ladies' night, featuring skyline views, live entertainment, and structured beverage packages.
HOME & GARDEN
- Regulated Home Gardening Service 'Al Freej Gardener' Launches On Careem
  
  Dubai Municipality, Dubai Police, and GDRFA have partnered with Careem to launch 'Al Freej Gardener', a new digital platform booking service for licensed home gardening and landscaping launching in September 2026.
- Personal Loans In The UAE: Eligibility, Rules And Everything You Must Know
  
  Planning to apply for a personal loan in the UAE? Here's everything you must know.
- SOCO, Dubai's New Gaming Hub Brings Families Together Through Smart, Playful Design
  
  Majid Al Futtaim Entertainment has opened SOCO, a new social entertainment venue, at City Centre Mirdif.
- Dubai Entrepreneur Expands Business Despite Regional Tensions
  
  Dubai’s Faisal Al Mutairi turned his lifelong love of chilli into House of Habanero, a hot sauce concept bringing bold global flavours to the UAE.
WHATS ON
- Expanded Events Calendar Announced Across These Two Dubai Venues
  
  Dubai World Trade Centre unveils a comprehensive schedule of international exhibitions through late 2026, splitting major trade shows between its central venue and the expanded Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City.
- Comedian Jimmy Carr To Perform At Dubai Opera In August
  
  British comedian Jimmy Carr will perform two live shows at Dubai Opera on 29 August 2026 as part of his international 'Laughs Funny' tour. Tickets start at Dhs 250.
- Nancy Ajram To Perform Live At Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena This October
  
  Lebanese pop icon Nancy Ajram will return to Dubai for a major concert at the Coca-Cola Arena on 24 October 2026, bringing her signature hits to UAE fans.
- One Piece Star Mackenyu Confirmed For Middle East Film And Comic Con 2026
  
  Middle East Film and Comic Con 2026 returns to Abu Dhabi this September, confirming Japanese actor Mackenyu as the headline celebrity guest alongside renowned Marvel and DC comic book artists.
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The latest news, updates and stories from Connector Dubai.

DXB Becomes First Airport To Host Dubai Mallathon

07 August 2026

Dubai International Airport (DXB) has joined the citywide Dubai Mallathon, transforming Terminal 3 into indoor walking tracks every Friday throughout August for staff and travellers.

Bus On Demand Service Expanded To Al Satwa, Al Quoz, And Mirdif

06 August 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has extended its Bus On Demand app-based transit service to Al Satwa, Al Quoz, and Mirdif, bringing total coverage to 20 areas across the emirate following record rider demand in 2026.

New Pedestrian And Cycling Bridge Opens Over Sheikh Zayed Road

06 August 2026

A new 528-metre pedestrian and cycling bridge over Sheikh Zayed Road is now open, giving cyclists and pedestrians a safe, direct crossing between Dubai Hills, Hessa Street, and Al Sufouh as part of Dubai's 2030 mobility plan.

Dubai Duty Free To Accept Crypto Payments

05 August 2026

Shoppers can now pay with cryptocurrency at Dubai Duty Free across DXB, Al Maktoum International, and online. Transactions settle instantly in Dirhams via Crypto.com Pay under central bank regulation.

Peak-Hour Traffic Cut By 30% With New Latifa Bint Hamdan Street Enhancements

05 August 2026

RTA has completed quick-response traffic enhancements on Latifa bint Hamdan Street, introducing a new service lane and two U-turns that boost road capacity by 66% and cut peak-hour delays by up to 30 per cent

Dubai Municipality Begins Dhs 80 Million Lighting Transformation Along Dubai Creek

05 August 2026

Dubai Municipality has started installing over 5,000 lighting units along an eight-kilometre stretch of Dubai Creek. The Dhs 80 million heritage project spans six districts and is set for completion in Q1 2027.

Dubai Ranks Second Globally In AI Adoption

05 August 2026

Dubai has earned second place globally in BCG’s 2026 Intelligent Cities Index, clinching the top spot worldwide for real-world artificial intelligence and smart technology adoption across public services.

Dubai Public Transport Journeys Reaches 348 Million In First Half Of 2026

02 August 2026

RTA reports 348.1 million journeys on public transport and taxis in the first half of 2026, as daily journeys hit 1.9 million amid major metro and bus expansion plans.

Temperatures To Hit 48°C Across The UAE This Week

02 August 2026

The National Centre of Meteorology forecasts high summer temperatures of up to 48°C from 3 to 6 August, with overnight humidity reaching 80% in coastal areas.

UAE Launches National 'Year Of Award' To Recognise Community Impact

02 August 2026

His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, President of the UAE, launches the UAE Year Of Award, inviting families and organisations across the UAE to apply for national recognition by 10 September 2026.

Temperatures Up To 47°C, Muggy Nights And Afternoon Rain Forecast

31 July 2026

The UAE faces a hot weekend from Friday 31 July to Sunday 2 August, with highs reaching 47°C. The NCM forecasts high humidity, dust, and afternoon showers in eastern regions.

Fuel Prices Are Announced For August

31 July 2026

The price of fuel for August 2026 is going up across all types

Dubai Population Passes 4.58 Million By End Of 2025

31 July 2026

Dubai's resident population had reached 4.58 million by the end of 2025 following a 7.5% annual growth rate.

Abu Dhabi Supermarkets To Remove Junk Food From Checkouts And Store Entrances

31 July 2026

Supermarkets across Abu Dhabi must remove high-fat, salt, and sugar snacks from checkouts, store entrances, and online pop-ups under new health rules taking effect on 1 January 2027.