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RTA Launches New Bus Routes
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority will launch four new bus routes and modify 13 existing services from 17 July 2026 to enhance commuter connectivity and streamline links to the Metro network. [...]

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. [...]

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. [...]

RTA Awards Dhs 2 Billion Contract To Cut Latifa Bint Hamdan Corridor Commutes By 54%
Dubai motorists will see travel times between Umm Al Sheif Street and Emirates Road cut to just 15 minutes by 2028 following a massive new roads contract. [...]

New Speakeasy-Inspired Executive Lounge Opens In DIFC
Bondz, a new contemporary executive lounge and flexible co-working venue founded by Ashish Agrawal, opens at Emirates Financial Towers in DIFC, offering professionals a versatile social and networking space. [...]

UPDATES

Dubai Taxi Company Finalises Dhs 1.45 Billion Acquisition of National Taxi

09 July 2026

Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has completed its AED 1.45 billion acquisition of National Taxi, creating the UAE's largest taxi operator with a combined fleet of over 9,500 vehicles across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

Sixth Season Of #DubaiDestinations Launched

08 July 2026

Brand Dubai officially kicks off the sixth edition of its #DubaiDestinations summer campaign, offering residents and visitors curated indoor activity guides, hotel promotions, and family attractions until the end of August.

RTA Completes 72% Digital Upgrade To Nol Card

08 July 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reaches 72% completion on its major nol system upgrade, transitioning the public transit network to advanced account-based ticketing by early 2027.

DINING

Midweek Ladies' Night Comes To Above Eleven

13 July 2026

Dubai's sky-high Nikkei hotspot Above Eleven is introducing a Wednesday evening ladies' night, featuring skyline views, live entertainment, and structured beverage packages.

Everyone's a Winner As The Big Chill Café Marks Anniversary

10 July 2026

To celebrate three years at Dubai Hills Mall, The Big Chill Café launches 'Everyone's a Winner', offering dine-in guests food vouchers and weekly draws this summer.

New Seasonal Menu And Family Dining Deals At Rosa’s Thai

09 July 2026

Rosa’s Thai has expanded its menu with four new traditional dishes available for dine-in and delivery, alongside a summer "Kids Eat Free" promotion at its beachfront JBR branch.

WHAT'S ON

Dubai Comedy Festival 2026 Returns In October With Line-up Of International Headliners

09 July 2026

The Dubai Comedy Festival returns for its seventh edition from 9 to 18 October 2026, featuring global acts including Mo Gilligan and Vir Das across iconic venues including Dubai Opera and Coca-Cola Arena.

Coca-Cola Arena Launches Behind-The-Scenes Tours

01 July 2026

Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena introduces two new guided public tours starting this July, offering residents exclusive access to backstage areas, artist dressing rooms, and technical spaces.

Andrea Bocelli Announced for New Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Concert Series

17 June 2026

Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli will perform in Abu Dhabi on 2 December as part of the inaugural Yasalam Classics concert series during Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix week.

HEALTH & FITNESS

Day In The Life: Dr Tatjana Pavicic

06 April 2026

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

06 April 2026

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!

UAE Approves New Oral Pill For Obesity

06 April 2026

The UAE has approved a new oral pill for chronic weight management. The pill is developed by global pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly.

KIDS & EDUCATION

Abu Dhabi Student Crowned UAE Arab Reading Challenge Champion

10 July 2026

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.

The Green Planet Dubai Relaunches Indoor Rainforest Summer Camp For Children

02 July 2026

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.

UAE Issues New Rules Restricting Social Media Access For Children Under 15

18 June 2026

The UAE Cabinet has approved a new framework regulating children's use of social media, prohibiting access for those under 15 and introducing age-verification requirements as part of broader efforts to strengthen child digital safety.

BEAUTY