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 […]
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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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UAE Fuel Prices February 2026 Drop as Committee Cuts Petrol and Diesel Rates Nationwide
The UAE Fuel Price Committee has approved lower retail rates for February 2026, trimming costs for Super 98, Special 95,
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Etihad Rail Sets Course for 2026 Passenger Launch Under UAE National Rail Network
Etihad Rail is moving steadily toward a 2026 start for passenger services, officials said this week. This will be the
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UAE Digital Banking Signature Shift Accelerates as Banks Phase Out Handwritten Signatures
UAE lenders have begun a coordinated move to replace handwritten signatures with digital identity verification. The UAE digital banking signature
Abu Dhabi Traffic Diversion Rules Tightened as Darb Toll Updates Roll Out For 2026
The Integrated Transport Centre has tightened Abu Dhabi traffic diversion rules and announced Darb toll changes that take effect this
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Dubai Gold Street to Open in 2026 as Centrepiece of New Dubai Gold District
Dubai has confirmed plans for Dubai Gold Street, a signature thoroughfare inside the Dubai Gold District due in 2026. The
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UAE Biometric Payment Method Launched as Central Bank Begins Face and Palm Payment Pilot
The Central Bank of the UAE has kicked off a tightly controlled pilot of the UAE Biometric Payment Method, letting
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Sharjah Charity International (SCI) to Distribute 1.2 Million Iftar Meals for Ramadan 2026
Sharjah Charity International (SCI) has announced plans to distribute 1.2 million iftar meals this Ramadan under its annual Jood Campaign,
University of Sharjah Tops UAE in Times Higher Education Subject Rankings 2026
The University of Sharjah has moved ahead of its UAE peers in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026,
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Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max Launch Tipped for 2026 with Major Design Overhaul, A20 Pro Chip and Camera Upgrades
Reports and supply-chain leaks compiled across multiple technology outlets indicate Apple will position the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max as
AI lifeguard Dubai Rollout Adds Smart Cameras and Sensors to Boost Beach Safety
Dubai has started rolling out an AI lifeguard system on selected public beaches, pairing high-resolution cameras with shoreline sensors and
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Dubai Harbour Bridge Reaches 65% Completion, RTA Confirms Faster Access from Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) says construction on the Dubai Harbour bridge has reached 65% and remains on schedule
UAE Winter Flu: Commuters Urged to Adopt Simple Precautions on Metro and Buses
As the UAE moves through peak influenza weeks, health experts are warning that crowded Metro carriages and buses raise transmission
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Linkin Park Abu Dhabi 2026: Emily Armstrong Triumphs in High-Voltage Etihad Arena Debut
Linkin Park Abu Dhabi 2026 marked the band’s long-awaited return to the UAE, filling Etihad Arena with a crowd that
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Abu Dhabi Housing Authority Launches New Iskan Service Allowing Residents to Select Housing Projects
The Abu Dhabi Housing Authority has rolled out the Expression of Interest service on the Iskan Abu Dhabi app, enabling
Dubai First-Time Home Buyer Program Drives Dh3.25bn in Sales as 2,000 Residents Secure Homes
Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Program is starting to change the mood in the city’s housing market. In the space of
Exchange Foreign Driving Licence in Dubai: RTA Explains Eligibility, Fees and Test Exemptions for Expats
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has a defined process for residents who want to exchange a foreign driving licence
Emirates Cabin Crew Village Planned at Dubai Investments Park to House 12,000 Staff
Emirates has secured land at Dubai Investments Park (DIP) to develop a large-scale Emirates Cabin Crew Village, reinforcing the airline’s
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Ramadan 2026 Start Date UAE: Likely Mid-February; Eid Al Fitr Predicted March 19–20
Early astronomical conversions point to a mid-February start for Ramadan 2026 in the UAE. This timing would place Eid Al
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Ejari Dubai Warning: Why Tenants Cannot legally Challenge Evictions Without Registration
In Dubai’s rental ecosystem, Ejari Dubai continues to sit quietly at the centre of every legally valid tenancy. Overseen by
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