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New 80km 'Fourth Corridor' Highway Approved
New Fourth Corridor highway approved by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan will span 80km, connect Abu Dhabi to Sharjah, and cut travel times by up to 60%. [...]

International Driving Permit In 5 Minutes
UAE driving licence holders can now obtain an International Driving Permit in under five minutes at Dubai International Airport Terminal 3 arrivals, thanks to a joint initiative by GDRFA, RTA, ATCUAE, and Amer. [...]

Emirates Gears Up For Winter Surge Following Strong Summer Demand
Emirates records 8.6 million summer passengers and gears up for winter expansion with new routes like Helsinki, retrofitted aircraft, Starlink Wi-Fi rollouts, and increased frequencies globally. [...]

Dubai Police Unveil Mansory Ferrari 812 To Luxury Fleet
Dubai Police has added a custom 800hp Mansory Ferrari 812 Superfast to its luxury supercar fleet, marking its fifth partnership with German customiser Mansory to boost presence across key tourist hotspots. [...]

Dubai Tourism Hits New Peak With 869,000 Visitors In August 2026
Dubai welcomes 869,000 international visitors in August 2026, marking its strongest monthly performance since February. [...]

UPDATES

RTA Issues 119,000 Driving Licences In First Half Of 2026

14 September 2026

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority issued 119,188 driving licences in H1 2026, deploying AI-powered Smart Yard testing and advanced simulators to train new motorists across the emirate.

Highs Up To 44°C Expected Across Inland Regions With Coastal Fog Risk

14 September 2026

The National Centre of Meteorology forecasts fair to partly cloudy skies, peak temperatures of 44°C, and rising overnight humidity bringing coastal fog risks across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and eastern emirates this week.

Wizz Air Restores UAE Routes With Flights From Dubai and Abu Dhabi

10 September 2026

The European low-cost carrier is returning to UAE skies starting 25 October 2026, launching direct routes to seven European cities.

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

Dubai International Film Festival Returns In 2027

19 September 2026

The Dubai International Film Festival is returning for its 15th edition on 8 December 2027. Announced by the Dubai Media Council, the festival aims to empower Middle Eastern cinema and connect regional talent with global markets.

Global Village Announces Opening Date For New Season

14 September 2026

Dubai’s Global Village will open its gates for Season 31 on Wednesday 14 October 2026, running through May 2027 with new international pavilions, upgraded dining concepts, returning family attractions and under ‘A More Wonderful World’ theme.

The Chainsmokers And The Script Confirmed For Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026

26 August 2026

GRAMMY-winning duo The Chainsmokers and Irish rock band The Script will co-headline the final Yasalam After-Race Concert on Sunday, 6 December, concluding the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026.

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

Dubai Private Schools Rank Among World Top 10 In Global Assessment

08 September 2026

Dubai private schools have secured top 10 positions worldwide in reading, maths, and science in the PISA 2025 assessment, hitting key targets under the Dubai Education 33 Strategy.

Dubai Police Train 140 School Security Guards To Tackle Morning Traffic

30 August 2026

Dubai Police completed specialised traffic management and emergency training for over 140 security guards across 35 schools ahead of the new academic year rush.

UAE Ends Homework For Some Young Students Ahead Of New School Year

26 August 2026

The UAE Ministry of Education has announced that pupils from Kindergarten to Grade 2 will no longer be assigned homework, forming part of six major educational updates introduced for the 2026–2027 school year.

BEAUTY