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The Hoxton hotel set to open in Dubai Media City
Born in London, the vibrant, neighbourhood-inspired brand lands in Dubai with 230 rooms, a world-class wellness space, rooftop bar and some top restaurants It’s known and loved as one of London’s coolest hangout spots, with its neighbourhood vibe and social lobby spaces making The Hoxton one of the most vibrant stays in every city you […]
Sheikh Hamdan commemorates 20 years leading The Executive Council of Dubai
Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, marks a 20 year milestone at the helm of The Executive Council of Dubai 20 years since the assumption of his role as the Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, His Highness […]
5 major UAE updates you need to know this September
UAE updates setting the tone for September September is bringing some notable changes across the UAE. From a major expansion to the country’s rail network to new rules coming into effect this month, here are 5 UAE updates to know about this September. Etihad Rail passenger service expands to Dubai A major change is coming […]
Is UAE about to experience more rainstorms this week? Here’s all we know
Cooler weather could be just around the corner with more rain on the forecast Yes, it has been unbearably humid these past couple of days – where we’ve all had to deal with intense condensation across our windows and foggy glasses. But the good news is that summer is nearly over, and there’s even a […]
Emirates is introducing privacy screens in Premium Economy
The airline is elevating its Premium Economy seats on all new A350 planes with full-height, adjustable privacy screens Emirates is introducing yet another world first: the airline’s Premium Economy experience is levelling up with the introduction of full height, adjustable privacy screens. Debuting on Emirates’ new A350 aircrafts, the new Premium Economy seats are the […]
Sharjah-Dubai traffic has a big change coming this November
Sharjah-Dubai traffic could see delays drop by up to 85 per cent when the new Al Taawun Tunnel opens If you make the Sharjah-Dubai traffic commute regularly, you’ll know exactly where things can slow down. Al Taawun is one of those spots. But a major road project is now taking shape beneath the junction, and it could […]
Aquaventure After Dark is back this October
Aquaventure After Dark is turning the waterpark into a night out The slides are staying on, the lights are going up and Aquaventure World is getting ready for a very different kind of night. Aquaventure After Dark is back for one night, bringing three entertainment zones, live acts and after-hours rides to the park. Three […]
Harry Potter Abu Dhabi: Hogwarts Castle, Forbidden Forest and Diagon Alley to be revealed this September
Plans for the three magical Harry Potter lands at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi are set to be revealed on Monday September 7 Magical news, Muggles: it’s officially been confirmed that Hogwarts Castle, Diagon Alley and the Forbidden Forest are coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. And, we won’t need to cast any spells […]
HYROX is officially happening in Dubai this November
It follows HYROX Abu Dhabi, which is set to take place at the end of October HYROX fans, get excited: HYROX Dubai is officially happening later this year. The two-day HYROX event will take over Dubai on Friday, November 27 and Saturday, November 28, promising to be bigger, better and more high-energy than ever before. […]
RTA’s new Al Meydan Street project to cut travel time from 30 to 10 minutes
RTA’s newest road project of Dhs1.161 billion aims to cut down traffic by 10 minutes on Al Meydan Street As schools reopen for the new academic year, traffic returns to Dubai. But fortunately, with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA)’s constant initiatives in road expansions and urban city planning, the city has grown to be […]
UAE petrol and diesel prices increase for September 2026
UAE petrol and diesel prices rise across the board for September… Towards the end of every month, car owners in the UAE keep their eyes peeled for one thing: the latest UAE petrol and diesel price announcement. The fuel prices for August 2026 have just been announced, giving motorists an idea of how much they’ll […]
Emirates Dubai 7s 2026: Tickets now on sale
Complete with international headliners all three days, the biggest family offering to date, and a new sport on the programme The Emirates Dubai 7s weekend is one of the biggest – and best – in the UAE sporting calendar, and tickets are officially on sale. Taking over The Sevens Stadium from Friday November 27 until […]
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed shares inspiring message on the first day of school
“Our children are our true wealth, and I encourage them to embark on the new school year with optimism, ambition, and determination” On the first day of the new school year, UAE President HH Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared a heartfelt message of support. Taking to X on Monday, August 31, as […]