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Dubai Taxi Company Finalises Dhs 1.45 Billion Acquisition of National Taxi
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. [...]

Bus And Taxi Service Road At Burj Khalifa Metro Station Closed Until End Of 2026
Dubai’s RTA announces a temporary closure of the bus and taxi service road at Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station until late 2026 to facilitate a major 65 per cent station expansion. [...]

RTA Completes 72% Digital Upgrade To Nol Card
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. [...]

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. [...]

Sixth Season Of #DubaiDestinations Launched
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. [...]

UPDATES

Dubai's New VDX Air Taxi Hub Becomes World's First Certified Commercial Vertiport

08 July 2026

The GCAA grants official regulatory safety certification to Dubai’s VDX vertiport, marking a global aviation milestone for commercial electric air taxi infrastructure.

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Boards New Etihad Rail

03 July 2026

His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan travelled on the newly launched Etihad Rail passenger service from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah

Dubai Police Record Near-Perfect 99.9% Daytime Safety Score

03 July 2026

Dubai Police have achieved a 99.9% daytime safety perception score in the 2025 Security Quality of Life Survey, confirming Dubai's status as one of the safest global cities for residents and visitors.

DINING

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.

New Speakeasy-Inspired Executive Lounge Opens In DIFC

08 July 2026

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.

Fairmont The Palm Restaurant Launches Indian-Arabian Fusion Menu For The Summer

08 July 2026

Little Miss India at Fairmont The Palm introduces 'Mohini’s Travel Diary', a seasonal menu running from July to September 2026 that fuses traditional Indian flavours with Middle Eastern ingredients.

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

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.

Dubai Private School Inspections To Resume

09 June 2026

Dubai will reintroduce private school inspections from the 2026-27 academic year, with quality assurance visits aimed at maintaining high educational standards.

BEAUTY