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.
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.
High Heat And Humidity Expected This Weekend
The National Centre of Meteorology is forecasting high summer heat alongside rising overnight humidity and coastal fog this weekend.
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.
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!
UAE Approves New Oral Pill For Obesity
The UAE has approved a new oral pill for chronic weight management. The pill is developed by global pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly.
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
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.
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.
Everyone's a Winner As The Big Chill Café Marks Anniversary
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
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
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.
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.
This Eid Al Fitr, Stay 3 Nights For The Price Of 2 At This Luxury Property In Dubai
Looking for staycation options this Eid Al Fitr? Here's something you can't ignore!
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.
Dubai Comedy Festival 2026 Returns In October With Line-up Of International Headliners
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
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.
Enjoy A Gipsy Kings And World Cup Watch Party Double-Header Event At Coca-Cola Arena Dubai
Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena will host Gipsy Kings by André Reyes and a live FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party on June 21, combining a concert and Spain's World Cup clash against Saudi Arabia in a single event.
Win Four Tickets To See Irish Mentalist And Hypnotist Keith Barry At The Irish Village
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Win One Of Two Dhs 250 Vouchers To Shop From SAMBAZON’s Delicious Acai Range
Win Dhs 540 Worth Of Brooklyn Creamery's Ramadan Edition Bonbons
Win Dhs 500 Drip Burgers Voucher And A Drip T-shirt
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During the second quarter of 2023, 491kg of drugs and 3 million narcotic pills were confiscated by Dubai Police, aimed at protecting the community from drugs
Food aid has been distributed by an Emirati humanitarian team to Sudanese refugees in Amdjarass, Chad.
From 1 September, government fees paid at hotels in Abu Dhabi will be reduced
The Dubai Performing Arts Programme will run from 20 August to 30 September
Delivery driver Waqas Sarwar, was honoured by MoHRE for removing traffic barricades from the middle of a roundabout in Dubai
Etihad Airways has released the behind-the-scenes video of the skydiving orchestra, playing the 'Mission: Impossible' theme tune while falling 13,000 feet from the air
The field hospital in Chad, established by the UAE, treated 3,509 Sudanese refugees during the first month
Dubai Police has arrested a group of drivers for performing dangerous stunts during the rainy weather in a car park in Dubai
Elderly people can benefit from free integrated health treatment services in Sharjah
Two children aged 12 years old and under can enter Dubai Crocodile Park for free, when accompanied by a paying adult, from 12 to 31 August
Over 15 million visits were taken to public parks and recreational destinations around Dubai
RTA has recorded a 10% increase in taxi passenger journeys from 50 million during the first half of 2022, to 55 million in the same period in 2023
The final Call From Space with Emirati astronaut Sultan Al Neyadi will be held at Umm Al Quwain University on Thursday, 10 August at 1pm
The UAE Government has issued guidelines and fines to regulate healthcare practices in the UAE
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