Ramadan 2026 in UAE: Start dates, shorter working hours, and what a ‘Winter Ramadan’ means for you
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Ramadan Street Food Festival Karama 2026 Opens Feb 19 With 100+ Stalls and Dh5 Dishes
One of Dubai’s most popular neighbourhood Ramadan events is back. The Ramadan Street Food Festival Karama opens February 19 and
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BMW Recall Fire Risk: 575,000 Vehicles Affected Worldwide, UAE Owners to Receive Free Starter Replacement
BMW has opened a global safety campaign after a defect in certain starter motors raised a risk of overheating and,
Employer Health Insurance Dubai: Court Orders Dh216,096 Payment After Worker’s Uninsured Fall
A Dubai employer has been ordered to pay Dh216,096.76 after a labourer suffered multiple fractures in a workplace fall and
Kuwaiti Investment in Sharjah Real Estate Surges to Dh1.049 Billion Amid 2026 Property Boom
Kuwaiti investment in Sharjah real estate climbed to Dhs1.049 billion in 2025, a clear sign that Gulf buyers are looking
Abu Dhabi Robotaxis Reach 120 as Driverless Fleet Expands Across Key Districts
Abu Dhabi has reached a transport milestone: 120 Level-4 Abu Dhabi robotaxis began commercial operations on 7 February 2026, ferrying
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Dubai Parking Permits: Who Qualifies for Free and Discounted Parking in 2026
The latest changes to Dubai parking permits affect thousands of residents and visitors. The new system expands free and discounted
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Ramadan Fireworks Dubai 2026: Dates, Locations, Drone Shows and Official 30-Night Schedule
Dubai has released the official Ramadan in Dubai 2026 programme — a coordinated, citywide schedule of cultural, community and destination-led
UAE Imposes Dh100,000 Fine for Retailers Raising Prices During Ramadan
The United Arab Emirates is tightening price controls ahead of Ramadan, freezing prices on nine basic food items. The government
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Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day Dubai 2026: Luxury Rooftops, Yacht Parties, Wellness Escapes and Brunch Spots to Book Now
Valentine’s Day 2026 is almost here, but in Dubai, the spotlight isn’t only on couples. Galentine’s Day in Dubai is
Valentine’s Day Wishes and Quotes 2026: 100+ Romantic, Funny and Long Heartfelt Messages to Share
Valentine’s Day wishes and quotes celebrate love in all forms — deep romance, playful affection, quiet gratitude, strong friendship, and
Choithrams Permanent Price Cuts Slash Prices on 10,000 Everyday Essentials Across UAE Stores
Choithrams permanent price cuts will lower the cost of roughly 10,000 everyday items across the United Arab Emirates. The move,
Basic Salary UAE Explained: How It Impacts Gratuity, Leave Pay, Overtime and the 2026 Emirati Minimum Wage
Basic salary UAE is the single most important figure on your contract. It decides statutory pay-outs such as end-of-service gratuity,
Jebel Jais Opens Fully to Visitors With No Entry Permit
Jebel Jais opens fully to visitors today, removing the short-term permit and ticket rules put in place after recent weather
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iPhone 17e launch: Apple set to debut A19-powered entry iPhone with MagSafe
Apple’s iPhone 17e is widely rumored to arrive in mid-February with the faster A19 chip and MagSafe wireless charging. That
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WhatsApp Web Calls UAE: Voice and Video Calling Rolls Out Globally, Access Still Restricted Locally
WhatsApp has added native voice and video calling to the browser. This change lets users make secure, one-on-one calls and
Dubai Property Resale Rule Opens Door to Tokenised Real Estate Trading for Residents and Expats
The Dubai property resale rule takes effect from 20 February 2026, allowing the resale of tokenised real-estate stakes on a
Apple to Release Siri 2.0 Beta From February 23 in Biggest Voice Assistant Upgrade
Apple Inc. will release the first beta of Siri 2.0 on 23 February, bundled with iOS 26.4 for developers. The
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Ramadan 2026 Working Hours UAE: Two-Hour Reduction Confirmed for Private Sector, Overtime Rules Apply
Ramadan 2026 working hours UAE will see most private-sector staff on the mainland working two hours less each day. Employers
DEWA Bills Dubai Now Accessible via ChatGPT, DubaiNow and Official Digital Platforms
Dubai residents gained easier access to their utility statements this week as multiple digital channels now surface DEWA bills and
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Burj2Burj Half Marathon Returns to Dubai with 13,700 Runners and a World-Class Finish
The Burj2Burj Half Marathon returned on Sunday with a near-sellout field and a world-class finish. The race underlined Dubai’s rise
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Dubai Air Taxi Project 80% Complete as RTA Signals Driverless Cars Next in Mobility Push
Dubai’s aerial taxi plan has moved from concept to reality — the Roads and Transport Authority says the Dubai Air
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Top 6 WGS 2026 Announcements That Will Change How People Live and Travel in the UAE
At the World Governments Summit 2026, a string of practical, resident-facing pledges landed for Dubai’s near future. These WGS 2026
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WeRide and Uber plan rollout of 1,200 robotaxis across Middle East
Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Riyadh identified for phased deployment as autonomous ride services expand A major expansion of autonomous mobility
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Dubai schools ban e-scooters and motorised devices, citing rising safety risks
Several schools in Dubai have announced bans and tighter restrictions on electric scooters, e-bikes and other motorised personal transport devices,
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Affordable Iftars in UAE 2026: Where to Find the Best Dubai Ramadan Meals Under Dh200
Across the city, there’s a noticeable move toward simpler, more practical iftar offerings. From small neighbourhood spots to mid-range hotel
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Sheikh Mohammed honours Gambia’s Abdoulie Jobe with Best Minister Award at WGS 2026
In Dubai at the World Government Summit stage, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum presented the Best Minister Award to
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Dubai Traffic Update: 67 New Road Fixes Completed to Slash Commute Times by 45%
Dubai’s transport authority says it finished 67 rapid traffic improvements in 2025 to ease congestion, raise Dubai road network efficiency
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Motorist Alert: Speed Limits Reduced on Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Road (E22) & E30 Starting Feb 9
Abu Dhabi new speed limits will come into force from February 9, with authorities confirming reduced maximum speeds on several
Glydways Transport System Dubai: RTA Moves to Cut Short-Trip Traffic With Self-Driving Electric Pods
Dubai has confirmed plans for the Glydways transport system, a compact, on-demand network of driverless electric pods aimed at easing