UAE

October 10, 2023

Sheikh Zayed Road Closure Scheduled for 2 Days Next Month

Make sure you plan your travel carefully around the closure to avoid delays. Dubai’s busiest highway Sheikh Zayed road will be closed to all motorists for two full days next…
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September 27, 2023

Final Supermoon of the Year over the Three-Day Weekend

Residents can expect to see the Harvest Moon on Friday night. It’s the last Supermoon of the year and one that we can see from the UAE, and it perfectly…
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September 24, 2023

3 Days Off Planned Next Week for Residents

A special three-day weekend is pending due to the Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday. Whenever holidays are planned the whole city likes to indulge in their favourite past times, and there’s nothing…
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September 19, 2023

Hey, Basic Bishes! Pumpkin Spice Lattes are BACK

You know the cooler season is here when Starbucks brings back its iconic drink – now in six new flavours. You can tell that Autumn season is finally here and…
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September 16, 2023

Dates to Remember – the Next UAE Public Holidays

We’ve had a few glorious long weekenders so far this year, but the holiday season isn’t over yet as there’s much more to come. Already this year we’ve been spoiled…
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September 5, 2023

Dubai Hatta Sign Breaks Guinness World Record

The UAE always does things bigger and better! If you’ve been out on the popular hiking trails around Hatta you’ve no doubt come across the iconic Hatta Sign – which…
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September 1, 2023

Words of Wisdom from HH Sheikh Mohammed

The UAE Vice President and Ruler of Dubai has some kind words for children going back to school for the new year. Starting school can be a daunting time for…
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August 31, 2023

Once in a Blue Moon

The fabled blue moon is actually happening this week! In recent weeks we’ve been treated to a meteor shower and a sighting of Saturn, delighting star gazers and astronomy enthusiasts,…
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August 24, 2023

Stirrup Trouble – Dubai Mounted Police Fighting Crime

Over nearly 800 patrols the legal authority on horseback also issued 460 traffic notices. Less common on the roads than your average Lamborghini, Dubai does however have an impressive mounted…
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August 18, 2023

Pocket Rocket – Things you Didn’t know You Could do with Your Emirates ID

Not just another wallet-filler, your Emirates ID is handy for all sorts of things. All UAE residents are required to have an Emirates ID, issued alongside their residency visa, and…
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