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New speed limit announced for 5 major roads in Dubai
The speed limit will be increased on three roads and reduced on two more as the RTA continues to work to improve traffic flow across the city Drivers, take note: the speed limit on five major Dubai roads is changing next week. Effective from Sunday November 1, three streets will have their speed limits increased […]
This new deal gets you four courses at Gymkhana for Dhs145
This is your chance to explore one of Dubai’s hottest new menus for a scandalously low price… There isn’t a league table for Dubai’s most hyped restaurants, but let’s pretend for a moment that there is. Gymkhana would be sitting right at the top of that metaphorical table right now, with a crown made of […]
A new two-storey mall is coming to Dubai
The two-storey shopping centre will feature 40 retail outlets and is expected to be completed within two years Dubai is set to welcome a new community mall in Hind City, with the Dhs73 million project expected to be completed within two years. The project has been announced by Dubai’s Endowment and Minors’ Trust Foundation (Awqaf […]
4 international airlines are returning to Dubai in the next two weeks
From Athens to Zurich, more European flight routes are returning to Dubai ahead of the busy winter travel season Planning a European getaway? There’s good news for travellers, with four international airlines set to bring back flights to Dubai between October 23 and November 1. The returning services will reconnect Dubai with popular destinations across […]
Emirati driver Rashid Al Dhaheri to race in FIA Formula 3 in 2027
The Emirati racing driver will become the first UAE national to compete in the FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2027 Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula 1 Team has just announced that Emirati racing driver Rashid Al Dhaheri will advance to the FIA Formula 3 Championship in 2027. The move makes him the first UAE national to compete […]
Dubai is getting a brand new waterpark
And it’s set to open in the next couple of months Dubai’s getting a brand new attraction, and it’s sure to be a splash hit: a brand new waterpark is set to open soon at Dubai Parks & Resorts. Already home to Motiongate, Riverland, Legoland, Legoland Waterpark and Real Madrid World, the new waterpark was […]
Dubai Shopping Festival announces 2026-2027 dates
It’s set to be the longest-running Dubai Shopping Festival ever, with 45 days of bargains, pop-ups and family-friendly fun Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is set to return this winter and the dates have just been announced. Taking place from December 4, 2026 until January 17, 2027, the 32nd edition of the citywide event promises entertainment, […]
Al Ain International Airport renamed to Tahnoun International Airport
In honour of the late Sheikh Tahnoun bin Mohammed Al Nahyan and in recognition of his decades of dedicated service to the UAE If you’re travelling inbound to the UAE to Al Ain airport, take note that the airport has a new name: Tahnoun International Airport. The rename was directed by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed […]
A huge comedy night is coming to Dubai this October
Pepperoni Comedy Club is turning one, and it’s bringing some big names along for the comedy night celebration Dubai’s Pepperoni Comedy Club is turning one, and it’s going big for its first birthday. The comedy spot is swapping its intimate stage at 25 Jump Street for Dubai Opera, with a special comedy night featuring a […]
Mussafah Road in Abu Dhabi set for upgrades to ease traffic and cut travel times
The upgrade will cover 13kms along E30 and 8th street, improving traffic and cutting travel time Mussafah Road in Abu Dhabi is set to receive major road upgrades which aim to ease congestion, improve road safety and cut travel time for commuters and businesses across the area. The update was announced by The Department of […]
Emirates is adding extra flights to this city for the festive season
Heading home to South Africa or visiting for the holidays? Emirates is adding extra flights between Dubai and Durban on selected dates this December and January. If you’re planning a trip between the UAE and South Africa this festive season, there will be more flight options to choose from. The additional flights will operate on […]
Sheikh Hamdan announces RTA as the first winner of the Dubai-it Awards 2026
Dubai’s RTA has delivered projects at a record speed – twice as fast as the global benchmark HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council has unveiled the Dubai-it Awards’ first-ever winner – the Road and Transport […]
UAE approves 2027 – 2029 federal budget of Dhs292.5 billion
“Our priorities remain fixed and unchanged: education, health, housing, social services, and the quality of life and stability of citizens.” HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has announced the UAE federal budget for 2027 – 2029. During a cabinet meeting on Monday, October 12, the […]