Everyday Life in the UAE
This section covers the practical realities of living in the UAE—from housing and transport to public services and daily expenses. It explains how policies, infrastructure, and government systems affect residents, families, students, and first-time expats.
Our reporting includes rent and tenancy rules, Ejari requirements, fuel prices, toll systems, parking regulations, and public transport updates. We also track cost-of-living changes, banking services, digital government platforms, healthcare access, and school admissions.
Real-time alerts on weather, public disruptions, and civic updates ensure residents stay informed during emergencies or system changes.
This section focuses on accuracy, usability, and relevance—without lifestyle fluff.
The Integrated Transport Centre has tightened Abu Dhabi traffic diversion rules and announced Darb toll changes that take effect this […]
Abu Dhabi Traffic Diversion Rules Tightened as Darb Toll Updates Roll Out For 2026 Read Post »
Dubai has confirmed plans for Dubai Gold Street, a signature thoroughfare inside the Dubai Gold District due in 2026. The
Dubai Gold Street to Open in 2026 as Centrepiece of New Dubai Gold District Read Post »
The Central Bank of the UAE has kicked off a tightly controlled pilot of the UAE Biometric Payment Method, letting
UAE Biometric Payment Method Launched as Central Bank Begins Face and Palm Payment Pilot Read Post »
Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has announced plans to distribute 1.2 million iftar meals this Ramadan under its annual Jood Campaign,
The University of Sharjah has moved ahead of its UAE peers in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026,
University of Sharjah Tops UAE in Times Higher Education Subject Rankings 2026 Read Post »
Reports and supply-chain leaks compiled across multiple technology outlets indicate Apple will position the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max as
Dubai has started rolling out an AI lifeguard system on selected public beaches, pairing high-resolution cameras with shoreline sensors and
AI lifeguard Dubai Rollout Adds Smart Cameras and Sensors to Boost Beach Safety Read Post »
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) says construction on the Dubai Harbour bridge has reached 65% and remains on schedule
As the UAE moves through peak influenza weeks, health experts are warning that crowded Metro carriages and buses raise transmission
UAE Winter Flu: Commuters Urged to Adopt Simple Precautions on Metro and Buses Read Post »
Linkin Park Abu Dhabi 2026 marked the band’s long-awaited return to the UAE, filling Etihad Arena with a crowd that
Linkin Park Abu Dhabi 2026: Emily Armstrong Triumphs in High-Voltage Etihad Arena Debut Read Post »
The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority has rolled out the Expression of Interest service on the Iskan Abu Dhabi app, enabling
Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Program is starting to change the mood in the city’s housing market. In the space of
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has a defined process for residents who want to exchange a foreign driving licence
Emirates has secured land at Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to develop a large-scale Emirates Cabin Crew Village, reinforcing the airline’s
Emirates Cabin Crew Village Planned at Dubai Investments Park to House 12,000 Staff Read Post »
Early astronomical conversions point to a mid-February start for Ramadan 2026 in the UAE. This timing would place Eid Al
Ramadan 2026 Start Date UAE: Likely Mid-February; Eid Al Fitr Predicted March 19–20 Read Post »
In Dubai’s rental ecosystem, Ejari Dubai continues to sit quietly at the centre of every legally valid tenancy. Overseen by
Ejari Dubai Warning: Why Tenants Cannot legally Challenge Evictions Without Registration Read Post »
RIYADH — If there was any doubt that Riyadh has become a legitimate heavyweight in the global entertainment scene, Saturday
Mashreq Bank has rolled out what it calls the UAE’s first fully digital home loan pre-approval, enabling salaried expatriates to
Joe Carnahan’s The Rip opens on Netflix on January 16, 2026, reuniting Matt Damon and Ben Affleck in a compact,
The Rip Review: Matt Damon and Ben Affleck Drive Netflix’s Dark 2026 Crime Thriller Read Post »
It’s been a stressful week for residents in Discovery Gardens. Just days before the new Discovery Gardens parking rules were
The United Arab Emirates on 17 January 2026 staged a coordinated, nationwide aerial parade — beginning in Abu Dhabi and
Happy Patel Khatarnak Jasoos, the latest Hindi spy comedy headlined by Vir Das, has opened to sharply mixed reactions, with
UAE — It’s a massive moment for aviation in the region. For the first time ever, a Gulf carrier has
BTS World Tour 2026: Breaking News for ARMY Worldwide After years of waiting, uncertainty, and quiet anticipation, it is now
Dubai: Parking in Dubai is set to become easier for thousands of residents as Parkin rolls out new free parking
ABU DHABI — In a landmark move for sustainable mobility in the Emirates, ADNOC Distribution has officially inaugurated one of
ADNOC Distribution Unveils Massive ADNOC Superfast EV Charging Hub on E11 Highway Read Post »
DUBAI — For anyone who has ever fumbled for a parking ticket while trying to balance a passport, a coffee,
SHARJAH – The lights are officially back on. After a chaotic Sunday that saw a sudden Sharjah power outage disrupt
Sharjah Power Outage Resolved: SEWA Confirms Full Restoration After Technical Fault Read Post »
On January 11, 2026, the 83rd Golden Globes took place at the Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles, and the ceremony
Search interest around Al Hind Air launch date, booking availability and ticket prices has intensified across India and the UAE
Al Hind Air Yet to Open Bookings as Launch Timeline Remains Unclear in 2026 Read Post »
