This marks the brand’s first Middle Eastern location. The cafe offers comfort food and a Netflix-inspired ambiance. It aims to provide a cosy experience for fans and travellers. The Dubai opening …
Saudi jets strike UAE-backed separatists in Yemen; Abu Dhabi says its forces have withdrawn
UAE says it seeks de-escalation as Riyadh, Abu Dhabi jostle for power in government-run areas after forming coalition against Iran-backed Houthis …
Abu Dhabi Police warn against motorist distraction at intersections; highlight AED50,000 impoundment release fee
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a fresh call to motorists to maintain total concentration while navigating intersections and traffic signals, cautioning that momentary distractions are a leading cause of …
UAE expresses solidarity with Switzerland, conveys condolences over victims of Crans-Montana ski resort fire
The United Arab Emirates has expressed its full solidarity with the Swiss Confederation following the tragic fire in the ski resort town of Crans-Montana, which resulted in a devastating toll of deaths and injuries.
UAE prayer timings 2026: New year changes to Fajr–Isha schedule, Friday prayers and traffic advisory
PM across all emirates starting January 2, 2026, simplifying schedules for families and workers. This change, part of the ‘Year of the Family’ initiative, aims to synchronize community events. Expect increased traffic due to school dismissals and concentrated mosque-goers,
Dubai Duty Free Whisky Tour: What’s Actually Worth Buying?
Join the whisky hunt at Dubai Duty Free! Explore bourbon, scotch, and rare Japanese whisky. Discover what’s worth buying, including a Macallan Harmony bottle.
How the UAE is leading the AI revolution: From smart government to global tech leadership
The UAE’s move toward efficient inference-based models is supported by national initiatives such as “K2 Think”, developed by Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence in collaboration …
Prayer timings, legal adulthood age, plastic ban and more: List of policy changes in UAE explained
UAE has banned single-use plastic across the Emirate from January 1, including beverage cups and lids, plastic cutlery, plates, straws, stirrer, Styrofoam food containers etc. Paper bags thinner than 50 micron are also banned.
Dubai Police impound supercar after flame-burst social media stunt
Dubai Police take action against supercar driver following high-speed social media stunt and flame-burst modifications …
Dubai Invitational 2026 LIVE: Dates, UK times, field, leaderboard, prize money and how to follow as McIlroy and Fleetwood face off
The 2026 Dubai Invitational will kick off another big year of golf on the DP World Tour. Tommy Fleetwood held off Ryder Cup team-mate Rory McIlroy to win this event two years ago. It was not held …
13 awesome things to do in Dubai this weekend
Spend your Saturday morning at a rooftop Pilates session held next to the TATTU Dubai infinity pool. You’ll start off with a cold-infused tea and oshibori, before completing the serene 45-minute class …
51 free things to do in Dubai in 2026
Dubai opened up three of its beaches for night swimming with extra lighting, dedicated electronic screens with safety information and dedicated lifeguards. Our top pick is an 800 m stretch near Sunset …
Gulfs Construction Paradox Why Desert Nations Like Saudi UAE Still Import Construction Sand
Saudi Arabia & UAE Import Sand from Australia-Despite Endless Deserts! Desert sand too round/smooth for concrete (weak bonding); needs angular grains for strength. Gulf giants ship from Oz for …
UAE holidays 2026: How to get 45 days off with just 17 of annual leave, expected Eid dates revealed
Book UAE holidays strategically and you could double annual leave allowance in 2026, with expected Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Etihad dates …
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government launches operation against UAE-backed separatists
Yemen’s Saudi-backed government launched what it called a peaceful operation to take back military positions from the UAE-backed southern separatists on Friday, who in turn said seven Saudi airstrikes …
Awesome threesome: Emirati stars shine in Sharjah’s Exposure galaxy
Curiosity has always been at the heart of the Emirati story. Long before cameras, it shaped journeys across land and sea, found expression in poetry and …
UAE civil law 2026 update: Expat assets with no heirs now taken over by charities
Recent UAE legislative updates clarify asset distribution for expats. Heirless assets will now be designated for charitable endowments, while non-Muslims will follow a 50/50 spouse/children split, …