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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 […]
The latest updates on flights between the UAE and Saudi Arabia
UAE airlines have cancelled some flights between the UAE and Saudi Arabia In response to the current situation in Saudi Arabia, a number of UAE airlines have cancelled flights to and from Saudi Arabia’s airports, including Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam. Here are the latest updates on flight disruption between the UAE and Saudi Arabia. All […]
Dubai’s new driveless pods are now being trialled on Bluewaters
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority is trialling the Dubai Glydways as a new autonomous, on-demand transport system for the city A new driverless transport system has begun trials on Bluewaters as Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) continues to introduce new traffic-reducing ways to get around the city. The Dubai Glydways system, which is a […]
Dubai’s orchestral music scene is set for a boost
Dubai Orchestra Foundation aims to nurture local musicians, host international orchestras and strengthen the city’s cultural scene If you love classical music, this will be music to your ears. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai has just established the Dubai Orchestra Foundation. […]
You’ll need this Abu Dhabi GP ticket to see Black Coffee, CamelPhat and Shimza
The Abu Dhabi GP is bringing some huge names to Yas Marina Circuit this December Black Coffee, CamelPhat, Shimza, Zara Larsson, Lewis Capaldi, Alex Warren, Imagine Dragons, The Chainsmokers and The Script are all on the line-up. And there’s more music happening around Abu Dhabi GP, too, with Andrea Bocelli performing at Yasalam Classics and […]
Elon Musk’s company to explore underground transport in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is teaming up with Elon Musk’s The Boring Company to explore the future of underground transport The partnership will look at how underground tunnels could be used for transport, utilities and other infrastructure across Abu Dhabi. The Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Centre (ADPIC) has signed an agreement with The Boring Company to […]
More European airlines are returning to Dubai in the coming months
DXB will see up to 36 weekly flights return between now and December Prepare for takeoff: more major European airlines are set to return to Dubai International Airport (DXB) in the new few months. DXB has confirmed that up to 36 weekly flights between Dubai and major European hubs will be reinstated between October and […]
New beach club Cala 399 to open this October in the old Blue Marlin location in Ghantoot
One of the UAE’s most legendary party spots is set to become the permanent home of Ollie Daze Those who lived – and partied in Dubai through the 2010s will likely remember Blue Marlin. Before the city’s influx of beach clubs exploded onto the scene, it was the place to be for Friday DJ sets […]
Dubai street signs are getting a colourful makeover
If the street signs in Dubai didn’t catch your attention before, they definitely will soon The street signs in Dubai are going to receive a total make over, making them look a lot more colourful and eye-catching. The Supreme Committee for Urban Planning, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Municipality will launch the […]