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RTA Expands Summer Rest Areas For Delivery Riders To 23 Locations

RTA Expands Summer Rest Areas For Delivery Riders To 23 Locations

22 June 2026

Dubai’s RTA has increased temporary rest areas for delivery riders to 23 locations across bus and metro stations this summer, a 53% rise from 2025, supporting the UAE’s midday heat-stress protection measures.

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Emirates Launches Summer Travel Offers Across Dubai Attractions

Emirates Launches Summer Travel Offers Across Dubai Attractions

22 June 2026

Emirates has unveiled a range of summer travel benefits, including discounts on attractions, hotels, dining and leisure experiences in Dubai, alongside travel packages and loyalty rewards for passengers flying through the UAE.

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New Bridge Linking Sheikh Zayed Road And Dubai Harbour Opens, Cutting Travel Time To Three Minutes

New Bridge Linking Sheikh Zayed Road And Dubai Harbour Opens, Cutting Travel Time To Three Minutes

19 June 2026

Dubai's RTA has opened a new bridge connecting Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Harbour, reducing travel time from 12 minutes to three minutes and improving access to one of the city's busiest waterfront destinations.

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Visa Grace Period Granted To Travellers Affected By Regional Airspace Disruptions

Visa Grace Period Granted To Travellers Affected By Regional Airspace Disruptions

19 June 2026

The UAE has introduced a temporary visa grace period and overstay fine exemption for visitors and residents unable to leave or return to the country due to regional airspace closures and flight suspensions.

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Emirates Introduces Travel Insurance Cover Including Conflict-Related Medical Protection

Emirates Introduces Travel Insurance Cover Including Conflict-Related Medical Protection

17 June 2026

Emirates has launched a new travel insurance product that includes conflict-related medical coverage, trip disruption support and emergency evacuation benefits, becoming one of the first airlines to offer protection against risks often excluded from

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Dubai Approves 31 New Pedestrian Bridges And Tunnels In Five-Year Mobility Plan

Dubai Approves 31 New Pedestrian Bridges And Tunnels In Five-Year Mobility Plan

17 June 2026

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has approved a plan to build 31 pedestrian bridges and tunnels by 2030, targeting major roads across the emirate as part of efforts to improve safety, connectivity and sustainable mobility.

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When Is the UAE’s Next Public Holiday?

When Is the UAE’s Next Public Holiday?

17 June 2026

The UAE’s next public holiday is expected to mark Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday, which is likely to fall in late August 2026.

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Free Public Parking And Revised Transport Timings For Hijri New Year Holiday Anounced

Free Public Parking And Revised Transport Timings For Hijri New Year Holiday Anounced

14 June 2026

RTA confirms complimentary parking on 15 June, while Metro, Tram and bus services operate under adjusted schedules

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UAE Weather: Hot, Hazy And Humid Conditions Expected For The Long Weekend

UAE Weather: Hot, Hazy And Humid Conditions Expected For The Long Weekend

12 June 2026

Hot and hazy weather will dominate the UAE this weekend, with temperatures reaching the mid-40s in some areas. Dubai and Abu Dhabi can expect sunny skies.

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UAE National Pledge And Commitment Initiative Celebrating Leadership And Unity

UAE National Pledge And Commitment Initiative Celebrating Leadership And Unity

09 June 2026

UAE citizens and residents are invited to sign a national pledge expressing loyalty to the country's leadership and recognising the nation's progress in security, stability and prosperity.

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UAE Reintroduces Midday Summer Work Ban

UAE Reintroduces Midday Summer Work Ban

09 June 2026

The UAE's annual midday work ban returns from 15 June to 15 September, restricting outdoor work during the hottest hours of the day.

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Air-Conditioned Rest Areas For Delivery Bikes Upgraded

Air-Conditioned Rest Areas For Delivery Bikes Upgraded

09 June 2026

Dubai's RTA has completed upgrades to around 40 air-conditioned rest areas to support delivery riders during the summer months.

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New Dubai Harbour Bridge Set To Open This Month

New Dubai Harbour Bridge Set To Open This Month

09 June 2026

Dubai's new bridge linking Sheikh Zayed Road and Dubai Harbour is nearing completion and is expected to cut travel times from 12 minutes to just three minutes.

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Hijri New Year Holiday Announced

Hijri New Year Holiday Announced

03 June 2026

The public holiday for Hijri New Year has been confirmed for Monday, 15 June 2026. The occasion marks the start of the Islamic calendar and provides residents with a long weekend.

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