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, […]
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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
Dubai Sponge City Model Adopted Through Shenzhen Partnership at World Governments Summit 2026
Dubai has moved to embed the Dubai sponge city model in its planning toolkit after a new partnership with Shenzhen
Dubai Loop: RTA Confirms First Two Locations for DIFC to Dubai Mall Underground Tunnel
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has officially confirmed the first two locations of the Dubai Loop, authorizing immediate work on
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Sharjah Light Festival 2026 Opens with Drone Show as 13 Landmarks Glow Under “Reflections of Belonging” Theme
The Sharjah Light Festival 2026 opened on February 3 with a dramatic drone display and large-scale projections that transformed landmark
Abu Dhabi E-Scooter Rules 2026 Clarify Approved Roads, Speed Limits and ITC Guidelines
The Abu Dhabi e-scooter rules 2026 spell out where electric scooters and e-bikes may be used, as authorities push to
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Grammy Awards 2026 winners: Bad Bunny and Kendrick Lamar make history at the 68th Annual Grammys
The Grammy Awards 2026 winners were announced in Los Angeles early Monday, and the show quickly turned into a statement
Non-Muslim Expat Wills UAE: How Residents Can Legally Register Their Estates Through Courts and DIFC
Non-Muslim expats’ wills UAE are now handled through several recognised registration channels across the country. With more people buying homes,
Abu Dhabi Pet Registration Mandatory From Feb 3: Residents Face Dh1,000 Fine Under New Rules
Abu Dhabi has made pet registration mandatory for all dogs and cats, with the rule taking effect on February 3,
Smart Lighting Abu Dhabi Bridges Upgraded as Capital Advances 2026 Infrastructure and Safety Plans
Abu Dhabi has begun fitting its main crossings with smart lighting systems, a move aimed at lifting safety and cutting
Amazon Ramadan Sale 2026 Opens Across UAE and KSA with Major Discounts on Smartphones, Gaming and Electronics
The Amazon Ramadan Sale 2026 has kicked off across the Gulf, rolling out early price cuts on smartphones, home electronics
International City Paid Parking Starts Feb 1: How to Get Your Free Residential Permit and Avoid Fines
Dubai’s International City paid parking regime begins on February 1, 2026, with Parkin enforcing new tariffs, permit rules and subscription
Dubai Metro to Operate Extended Hours on February 1 as RTA Supports Dubai Marathon 2026
The Roads and Transport Authority has confirmed that the Dubai Metro will open early and run late on Sunday, February
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