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Dubai Fitness Challenge Returns For Milestone 10th Edition This October
The Dubai Fitness Challenge marks its tenth edition from 31 October to 29 November 2026, bringing free citywide workouts, mass events, and 30 days of active living to residents. [...]

New 500-Metre Bridge At Dubai World Trade Centre Opens
Dubai’s RTA opens a new 500-metre bridge at DWTC, slashing event travel times from 10 minutes to 2 minutes as part of the AED 633 million Al Mustaqbal Street scheme. [...]

High Heat, Rising Humidity, And Early Morning Mist This Weekend
The UAE faces highs of 47°C to 49°C this weekend, with rising humidity, potential coastal fog, and light eastern rainfall expected across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Northern Emirates, according to the NCM. [...]

Extra Lane Opens On Sheikh Zayed Road Cutting Delays Towards Trade Centre
Dubai's RTA expands a crucial 2km stretch of Sheikh Zayed Road to seven lanes, boosting road capacity by 17% and cutting peak journey times for commuters traveling towards Dubai World Trade Centre. [...]

Emirates Cuts Refund Fees And Offers Unlimited Free Date Changes
Emirates introduces major fare flexibility measures for Dubai travelers, including unlimited free date changes across multiple fare classes and reduced refund fees to $50, enhancing convenience for UAE residents. [...]

UPDATES

New Bridge Opens At Al Qudra Road And Sheikh Zayed Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Intersection

10 August 2026

Dubai’s RTA has opened a new 700-metre four-lane bridge at the Al Qudra Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street junction, cutting peak waiting times by 85% for over 400,000 residents.

UAE Announces Long Weekend

07 August 2026

UAE confirms Friday, 28 August 2026, as a paid public holiday for federal government and private sector workers to mark Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday, creating a three-day long weekend.

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.

DINING

Isola Launches Weekday Lunch Menu At Jumeirah Islands Clubhouse

29 July 2026

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

28 July 2026

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

16 July 2026

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.

WHAT'S ON

Comedian Jimmy Carr To Perform At Dubai Opera In August

30 July 2026

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

20 July 2026

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

14 July 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.

HEALTH & FITNESS

UAE Becomes Second Country Globally To Authorise New High Cholesterol Drug Lipfendra

02 August 2026

The Emirates Drug Establishment authorises Lipfendra, a new daily oral medication for adults with high LDL cholesterol, bringing cutting-edge healthcare to UAE residents.

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!

KIDS & EDUCATION

UAE Launches National Higher Education Award To Celebrate Academic Excellence

14 July 2026

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

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.

KHDA Launches Mandatory 'Skills For Life' Initiative

08 July 2026

Dubai’s KHDA introduces the 'Skills for Life' educational framework for the 2026-27 academic year, integrating financial literacy, digital safety, and wellness.

BEAUTY