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The Chainsmokers and The Script added to 2026 Yasalam after-race concerts lineup
The Chainsmokers and The Script will close out the 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend on Sunday, December 6. Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is getting the sweetest cherry on top with not one, but two mega additions to its Yasalam after-race concert lineup. The Chainsmokers and The Script will deliver the closing performances of the […]
Kids can learn to DJ, start a band and write songs at this Summer Sound Lab
Sponsored: The Summer Sound Lab by Habeati Studios has been designed to keep young musicians on track and artistically fluent across a wide range of genres and techniques… If you’ve got a mini musician in the house, we’ve got just the playlist for you. The Summer Sound Lab by Habeati Studios is a fully immersive […]
Temps could hit 49º today, but how hot can the UAE get?
Sun’s out, school’s out, chiller in the pool’s out. The forecast for today is ‘scorchio’ across the board, with high ambient temps and equally sweltering humidity… It’s officially an El Niño year, a cyclical weather pattern associated with extreme weather – and most notably increased global temperatures. Long-term UAE residents are no strangers to the […]
5 unique wellness events to try in Dubai this week
From breathwork to a spin class with a difference, these are the Dubai wellness events to book now Whether you’re a dedicated fitness regular or simply looking for a more mindful way to move, Dubai’s wellness calendar for the final days of August features plenty of unique things to do. From floating breathwork to sound […]
Dubai roads are getting busy again: 16 traffic fines you need to know
The summer holidays are winding down, which means UAE roads are about to become a lot busier With schools reopening and some returning back from summer holidays… morning and afternoon traffic is set to pick up again. Before the school runs and rush-hour journeys return, here are 17 traffic fines rules and fines worth keeping […]
Air Arabia adds their newest flight routes to Katowice and Gdansk, Poland
Euro summer plans loading: Air Arabia just dropped their newest flight routes to Poland Couldn’t make your dream Euro-summer trip this year? fret not. Air Arabia has just launched their latest flight routes to Katowice and Gdansk, Poland with four weekly flights. So you can still make the most of what’s left of summer. Starting […]
6 of the best Lagree studios in Dubai to check out right now
The Lagree studios worth shaking for Lagree looks slow. Your muscles will tell you otherwise. Think controlled moves, serious resistance and a whole lot of shaking on the Megaformer – a full-body workout that gets deep into your muscles without hammering your joints. If you’re ready to give it a go, here are some of […]
Dubai Silicon Oasis introduces more paid parking zones
Parking in Dubai Silicon Oasis is changing, with more street parking spaces now operating as paid zones More parking spaces in Dubai Silicon Oasis have moved to a paid system, meaning drivers will now need to check the parking zone and fees before leaving their cars. The changes cover more of the community’s street parking […]
Abu Dhabi to host world’s first Euroleague Basketball SuperCup
Tickets to the first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup in Abu Dhabi start from Dhs572 and are now on sale. Abu Dhabi is the host city of the world’s first Euroleague Basketball SuperCup tournament. The new competition will bring together four leading basketball clubs – Real Madrid, Olympiacos Piraeus, Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul and Dubai Basketball – for […]
Mushrif National Park opens a brand new bridge for cycling and hiking
Cardio, but make it scenic: Mushrif National Park opens a brand-new bridge that doubles as a cycling and hiking track Looking for a spot to escape the city? Mushrif National Park is one of the best nature spots in Dubai – and it just got better. Dubai Municipality has just opened a new bridge within the […]
Back to school: How to help your child ease into the new routine
Dr Enrica Verrengia on making the back-to-school return feel easier The school holidays are nearly over, which means earlier mornings, packed bags and getting ready for back to school. For some children, that can also bring nerves, reluctance or a few big feelings. We spoke to psychiatrist Dr Enrica Verrengia about how parents can make […]
7 fun things to do this week in Abu Dhabi: August 24 to 27
It’s another week and another grind. We’ve done the work for you to get in some fun this week in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is full of new experiences, and this week, we’ve got all the things you should try to break up the work week and have fun after hours. From catching the game […]
7 things to do in Dubai this week: August 24 to 27
Things to do in Dubai for a midweek reset Need a little inspiration for the week? We’ve rounded up seven things worth getting out for, from switching up your workout and booking a feel-good facial to heading out for ladies’ night or going for a French-style afternoon tea. Call your friends, make a plan or […]