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Report: WhatsApp To Stop Working On These 49 Smartphones From Dec 31, Full List Here

Meta-owned WhatsApp will reportedly stop working on some Android phones and iPhones from December 31st....

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UAE's First Major Meteor Shower Of 2023 On January 3 - 110 Meteors Per Hour Visible

We found a way for you to begin 2023 with the stars – quite literally! The first major meteor shower...

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UAE Workers Can Apply For 1 Year Paid Leave To Set Up Their Own Firm In 2023

The UAE has announced that it will begin offering year-long paid leave to UAE citizens working in the...

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Airline Announces AED 399 Ticket For Year End Trips From Dubai To This Asian Destination

Budget airline Cebu Pacific has announced that UAE travellers can fly from Dubai to Manila before 2022...

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12 Hour Mega Sale To Return To Dubai Next Week For One Day Only : Up To 90% Discount

How much shopping is too much shopping? Well, get set to find out because there is going to be a 12 hour...

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7 Places To Watch The New Years Eve Fireworks In Dubai 2023

If you’re planning to end the year with a show of fireworks in Dubai, let’s just say, you will be spoilt...

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Dubai Begins Construction On AED 46 Mn Hatta Waterfall Attraction

Dubai aims to promote Hatta as a leading destination and is part of the UAE’s “world’s...

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi To Launch Mission Ferrari With World's FIRST Sideways Drop

Get ready for the ultimate thrill ride at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s Mission Ferrari mega-coaster,...

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Emirates Announces Flight To This Popular Asian Beach Destination ; Perfect For Upcoming Long Weekend

Emirates has announced a fourth flight to Bangkok, as Thailand’s travel and tourism sector experience...

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6 Winter Markets In The UAE That You Have To Visit

The festive season is here and with that, the amazing winter markets of the UAE are also here! These...

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Abu Dhabi Airport Starts Biometric Service ; Your Face Is Your Boarding Pass

Abu Dhabi will soon create history and become the first international airport with biometric capabilities...

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Etihad Announces New Daily Flight To This Indian City

Etihad Airways recently announced the relaunch of flights on the Abu Dhabi – Kolkata route, from...

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Everything You Need To Know About The 28th Edition Of The Dubai Shopping Festival 2022

From December 15th to January 29th, the Dubai Shopping Festival 2022 will take place in our Emirate....

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Thousands Of Travel, Tourism Jobs Expected To Open In The UAE In 2023

There is so much happening in the world of travel & tourism in the UAE. Post pandemic, tourism in...

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UAE Skies To Be Illuminated With 100 Shooting Stars Per Hour On Dec 14th & 15th

Watch the universe light up as a spectacular meteor shower take over the UAE skies for a celestial spectacle...

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RTA Announces Extended Metro Operating Hours During FIFA World Cup

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has always been on top of its game and with football season in...

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New 15 km Bike Trail Called Trail X Opens On Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi

H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Executive Council and Chairman of Abu...

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India - UAE Ranks 10th Most Popular Route Globally For Holiday Season Travel

Are you even surprised? Post pandemic, the UAE has resumed tourism in full force. In just the first 9...

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There's A Pet Festival On Dec 10-11 At Souk Al Marfa & Everyone's Welcome

If you own a furry friend, or love animals, then we’ve got some pawsome weekend plans for you....

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Saudi Arabia To Build World's Tallest Tower - Twice The Height Of Burj Khalifa

Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is planning to build a tower that is double the height of...

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This Newly Opened Sharjah Restaurant Is Offering Its First 100 Diners Unlimited Meals For Free On 8th Dec

Yummy Dosa – the Mumbai street style restaurant known for serving 100 plus varieties of dosas &...

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#ProudMoment : UAE's First Moon Mission To Take Off Tomorrow ; Live Telecast Available

In an update that has beaming with pride, UAE’s moon rover named Rashid has cleared all tests and...

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New 24 Hour Gaming Lounge 'Game Space' Opens At Dubai Airport

A new 24 hour gaming lounge called ‘Game Space’ has opened at Dubai International airport....

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Sheikh Mohammed Announces 100km Scenic Route For Dubai's Countryside ; Hot Air Balloons Sky Diving & more

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and...

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There's An Official UAE 8 Day Long Weekend 2023 ; Details, Where To Go & More

UAE has officially announced its public and private sector holiday list for 2023. Well, next year looks...

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Last Chance To Win AED 2 Million This National Day

UAE National Day is around the corner, and while the holiday dates are announced, most of us are still...

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3 Day Mega Sale To Happen In Dubai This Week, Discounts Upto 90% Off

Shopaholics your time is here! From Friday, November 25 until Sunday, November 27, Dubai will have mega...

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UAE Immigration Rules Amended Again: Good News For Travellers With Only One Name

Just recently we reported that the UAE-India Immigration Rules Changed With Immediate Effect, leaving...

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Burj Khalifa Announces Grand New Year's Eve Firework Show ; Aims For 2 New World Records

If there’s one place that knows how to put on a show, it’s probably the tallest building...

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Etihad Slashes Fares Up To 50% In Black Friday Sale ; Fares As Low As AED 895 To Mumbai

UAE’s national carrier, Etihad Airways is launching a Black Friday sale and will be taking off sizeable...

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Global Village Announces 4 Day Celebrations For 51st UAE National Day ; Fireworks, Live Performances, Food

Global Village, is gearing up for the 51st UAE National Day with guests able to enjoy spectacular musical...

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talabat Organises Yoga & Mindfulness Sessions For Its Riders Through November

talabat UAE partnered with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge...

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Guinness Declares Al Qudra Track Dubai World's Longest Cycling Path

Dubai is always, and we mean ALWAYS making it to the Guinness World Records. In yet another feather to...

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UAE-India Passport Rules Changed With Immediate Effect ; Make Sure Your Passport Has This!

As per instructions from UAE authorities, as of 21st November, 2022 passengers with only a single name...

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National Day 2022: UAE Announces Official Paid Holiday For Private Sector

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) announced that Commemoration Day and UAE 51st...

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Abu Dhabi & Dubai Named World's Best Family Holiday Destinations

In a recent survey named The Family Vacation Guide, Abu Dhabi was named the world’s best family...

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Dubai Opera Ranks Third Among World's Most Beautiful Theatres

In a recent study, commissioned by Premiere Inn to find out which is the most beautiful & eye catching...

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Dubai: RTA Announces 3 New Roads To Ease Hessa Street Congestion

Hessa Street is probably one of the busiest routes for commuters in Dubai, and there’s almost always...

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3 Abu Dhabi Restaurants Get MICHELIN Star Status ; 4 Restaurants Awarded Bib Gourmand

What is the highest award a restaurant can get? The prestigious Michelin Star rating of course. In a...

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Possible 2023 Dates For Ramadan, Eid Al Fitr Predicted ; 4 Day Long Weekend Expected

The International Union for Astronomy and Space Sciences in the UAE have given a March 23rd, 2023 estimate...

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Here's Your Chance To Meet Shah Rukh Khan In The UAE This Week

Who doesn’t love King Khan? The King of Bollywood is going to be in the UAE this week and will...

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UAE Implements New Visa Overstay Fines For Tourist & Residency Visa Holders

If you are on a tourist or residency visa in the UAE, then you are going to need to read this closely....

Dubai Parks and Resorts has announced it will be hosting the first of the Giant Duathlon series

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Dubai Parks And Resorts Opens Registration For Giant Duathlon Happening On November 5th

With the residents of Dubai all set to get moving during the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC), Dubai Parks...

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Kyrgyzstan To Name Mountain Peak & Public School After UAE Founding Father Sheikh Zayed

In a bid to boost relations between Kyrgyzstan and the UAE, Kyrgyzstan’s President Sadyr Japarov...

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Mind Blowing First-look Of Jenga-style Dubai's Atlantis The Royal Hotel Unveiled

In a city that’s filled with mesmerising sky scrapers, and moon shaped resorts, it is very hard...

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Meet The Winner Of The Apartment In Dubai From IDEALZ

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]No matter where you are from and what you do, we all dream of buying...

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi's ‘Roof Walk’ Experience Reopens To Public In November

Paging all adventurers & thrill junkies! Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is reopening the ‘Roof Walk’ experience...

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Dubai Breaks Guinness World Record Again With Vertical-Launch Roller Coaster

Boy, we are on a roll – pun intended. The Storm Roller Coaster in Dubai now holds the Guinness...

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Old Expo 2020 Passports Are Selling For AED 6000 On Dubizzle

In today’s bizarre news, you could just make some money from selling your old Expo 2020 passport....

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Residents Of GCC Countries Can Now Enter Oman Without A Visa

A circular was passed by by Oman Airports from the Directorate General of Passports and Residence, stating...

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Sharjah Announces Full List Of Events, Celebrations For UAE National Day

The UAE’s 51st National Day is coming up , and naturally celebrations are in full force. While...

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Everything You Need To Know About Global Village Season 27 This Year ; Tickets, Pavilions, Food, Parking & New Attractions

It’s here! Global Village Season 27 is starting today, 25th October and this year GV will feature...

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Worldwide WhatsApp Outage Reported; Millions Of Users Affected In Longest Outage Ever

In what seems to be the longest worldwide outage ever, WhatsApp has been severely affected. Multiple...

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Historic Move: Indian Origin Rishi Sunak To Become Next UK PM

In a historic move, Rishi Sunak is set to become Britain’s first prime minister of Indian origin and...

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Humpback Dolphins Spotted Off Saadiyat Island In Abu Dhabi

The Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD), the Middle East’s largest environmental regulator recently...

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Abu Dhabi Airport's Check-In Service Resumes After 3 Years

Abu Dhabi International Airport’s city check-in service has resumed after a gap of 3 years for passengers...

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You Can Soon Experience Yas Island In The Metaverse

Who doesn’t love Yas Island? From Bollywood celebs endorsing it, to families going there on holidays...

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Dubai Airport Issues Peak Travel Alert; Expects 2.1 Mn Visitors In Next 10 Days

Winter is finally making its presence felt, UAE schools are breaking for half-term holidays later this...

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RTA Announces 4 Bus Routes To Global Village At Just AED 10

Global Village lovers, it’s time to rejoice. Not only does this season have the most amazing culinary...

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Direct Budget Flights Announced From Dubai To This Asian Destination From November 3rd

Pack your bags because its travel season & we at Gulf Buzz are finding you budget getaways &...

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You Can Now Shop At The Mall Of Emirates Through WhatsApp

While you can literally shop till you drop in the malls of Dubai, you also have to battle crazy crowds,...

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Expo City Dubai Announces 'Sports & Fitness Weekend' With Fun Free Activities In November

Winter has made its way to Dubai, and with it the Emirate has come alive with hordes of activities. From...

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World's First 'White Alba Truffle Pizza' To Be Sold In Dubai For AED 2900

You knead to know (pun intended) about what could possibly be one of Dubai’s most expensive pizzas,...

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UAE's First Drive Through Blood Test Service Opens In Dubai

In another revolutionary move, UAE has opened its first drive through blood test service in Dubai, launched...

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Dubai Shopping Festival & Drone Show Dates Announced

Guys, it’s time to hit the gym because you’re going to need to be fit as a fiddle as you...

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#LuxeBuzz : World's Most Expensive Futurist Restaurant To Open In Dubai In Nov 2022

What is the most expensive meal you’ve ever had? In a city where everything is the most luxurious,...

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Will You Marry Me? Coz The World's Largest Flawless Diamond Just Got Unveiled in Dubai

Gentlemen beware! If you’re planning to propose anytime soon then your ladies standards may have...

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Pack Your Bags! Emiratis Can Now Visit Japan Visa Free From November 1st

Winter is just around the corner, and it’s time to pack your bags & travel to a beautiful destination....

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Emirati Businessman Donates 100 Cars To Dubai Police

What was the last gift you received by a complete stranger? You’re probably not even going to have...

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Ajman Police Force First In The UAE To Launch In Metaverse

Welcome to the future! In another first in the UAE, the Ajman police department announced that they are...

UAE Airline Announces Sale ; Discounted Tickets to India, Philippines & More

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Survey: 3 Among World's Top 10 Busiest Flight Routes Are From Dubai

‘Yalla Habibi, Come to Dubai’ is not just a popular Instagram reel anymore. It’s quite...

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UAE Gets Its First Hospital In The Metaverse

The UAE has just leapt straight into the future, after announcing its first official hospital launched...

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Abu Dhabi To Use Drones For Food, Document Delivery By 2023 If Trials Successful

Picture this! Your phone notification pings. Your delivery has arrived. Instead of walking to your front...

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Dubai's RTA To Showcase Driverless Taxis at Gitex 2022

For the first time, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will exhibit driverless taxis –...

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Special Free Diwali Light Shows Lined Up At Expo City Dubai's Al Wasl Dome

Bringing back one of the best experiences of Expo 2020 Dubai, starting today (Oct 14th) a series of new...

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AED 2.8 Million Flying Bike All Set To Soar In Abu Dhabi

A Japanese flying bike may soon be manufactured in the UAE. Aptly named Xturismo, the single-seater flying...

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Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Announces AED 149 Tickets To This Gorgeous Historic Destination

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi has launched an exciting new route from Abu Dhabi to the ancient city of Samarkand,...

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Unique Street Food Festival 'Break The Block' To Take Place In Dubai In November

Inspired by the streets of Dubai and the thrill-seeking spirit of its residents, BREAK THE BLOCK is a...

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Dubai Residents May Soon Be Able To Apply For Visas Directly From Their Phones

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) recently announced in an exclusive...

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Abu Dhabi Gets New Alcohol Rules; Businesses To Comply In 6 Months

In a circular on October 6, 2022 the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT – Abu Dhabi)...

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Dubai Police Launch New App Version In 7 Languages & 70 Developed Services

The Dubai Police General Command announced the launch of the new version of its smart app during the...

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Make Way For Zuha Island - Dubai's Newest Private Island Resort

In a city full of glamour and luxury, vertical skyscrapers and gold drizzles everywhere, flying taxis...

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Abu Dhabi To Launch Fully Automated Free Driverless Minibus For F1 Weekend In November 2022

The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) recently announced the launch of a fully automated driverless minibus...

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Dubai Announces 14 Day Long Diwali Celebrations; Win Gold Bars Or 1 Year Rent Free Apartment

Diwali is just around the corner, and of course Dubai has grand plans to celebrate it. For this year’s...

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Dubai Among 6 Cities Selected To Host FIFA Fan Festival Events During FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Get ready for the ultimate FIFA World Cup™ viewing experience in iconic destinations across the world...

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#WhatsBuzzin : Dubai Gets A New Experiential 'House Of The Future' Space

What does your dream home look like? Maybe soft colours, airy & full of natural light and things...

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Dubai: Traffic Diversion Announced On Major Road For Three Weeks

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced in a tweet, a traffic diversion on Al Qudra Road...

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Dubai Festival City Mall Launches Family-friendly Waterfront Destination 'Vibes by the Bay'

It’s time to unleash the child within and make way for Dubai’s newest, fun, family friendly...

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Awards: Abu Dhabi & Dubai Make It To 10 Best Airports in the World List 2022

CN Travellers annual Readers’ Choice Awards 2022 results are out for the world’s best airports...

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Humanoid Robot Becomes First Robotic Member Of Staff At Museum Of The Future

When was the last time you did something for the first time? Well, taking that all too seriously is Dubai’s...

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Dubai Fitness Challenge 6th Edition Entries Are Now Officially Open

Guys! It’s back & the registrations are finally open. You can enroll at the Dubai Fitness Challenge...

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WTO Report: Saudi Arabia Becomes Most Visited Arab Country In The World In 2022

According to new figures released by the World Tourism Organisation (WTO), Saudi Arabia has become the...

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Free Public Parking & Public Transport In Abu Dhabi & Sharjah Tomorrow, Oct 8th

Tomorrow, Saturday 8th October is Prophet Muhammad’s birthday, and other than it being a national...

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Global Village Announces Culinary Line-Up; Includes 50+ New Dining Concepts

Foodies unite! Global Village has revealed the first details of its Season 27 culinary line-up and this...

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Sharjah To Build New Mosque At Al Hirah Beach

In an announcement by Mohammed Hassan Khalaf, through the “Direct Line” programme, via Sharjah...

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New Hindu Temple In Dubai Built At Cost Of AED 60 Mn Is Officially Open To Public

The new Hindu Temple has officially opened doors to the public yesterday, 5th October, on the auspicious...

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Burj Khalifa Charges AED 1 Million For 15 Mins Of Advertising

What comes to your mind when you think of our beloved Dubai? Great food, great culture & of course...

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Good News: Dubai's Miracle Garden To Reopen On October 10th

Each season, as the weather begins to cool at the onset of winter, the gates reopen at Dubai Miracle...

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Expo City Dubai Announces Free Entry Tickets For Educators

Expo City Dubai was officially launched on October 1st 2022, and this year’s attractions are absolutely...

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