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Michelle Almeida

Not Feeling The Love This Year? You Need To Look Out For These 6 Anti-Valentine’s Day Deals In Dubai!

Not everyone wants candlelit dinners, prix-fixe menus and red/pink heart-shaped everything, and honestly,...

Michelle Almeida

Experience World-Class Tennis For FREE At Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026

It’s time to smash, serve, and play! The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026 is back, and it’s more than...

Michelle Almeida

Al Quoz’s Creative Neighbourhood Is Levelling Up! Here’s Everything You Need To Explore At Q East

If you thought there couldn’t possibly be another creative nook in Dubai, you might want to think...

Michelle Almeida

Miss This & You’ll Regret It - Sharjah Light Festival Returns & It’s FREE!

Those striking images of Sharjah’s mosques, forts and waterfronts bathed in colour aren’t filters or...

Muskan Gupta

Shop Till You Drop At These 6 New Shopping Mall's Coming To Dubai In 2026

Dubai’s newest wave of malls opening is all about being closer to home. Many of the new malls planned...

Michelle Almeida

Don't Skip These 11 Outdoor Activities That Make Dubai Winter Worth Getting Outside For

Before the horrid heat hits, cooler temperatures in Dubai set the perfect vibe for making the most of...

Michelle Almeida

Gulfood 2026: Everything To Know From Venues, Exhibitors, Navigation Tips & More!

If you ever thought Gulfood was an overwhelming experience at just one venue, then 2026 is the year Dubai...

Michelle Almeida

Advertising Online In The UAE? Here’s How You Can Get The Advertiser Permit For FREE!

Whether you’re a budding content creator or a macro-influencer, this one’s for you! If you’ve...

Michelle Almeida

UAE: Parents, You Are Now Liable For What Your Kids Do Online! Everything You Need To Know

Tablets, gaming consoles and smartphones are part of everyday childhood. However, in the UAE, what kids...

Michelle Almeida

ChatGPT Rolls Out An Age Prediction System - And Here's Why It Matters

You can now forget about entering your age or ticking a box. Now, ChatGPT is getting smarter about who’s...

Michelle Almeida

REW!ND Fest DXB 2026: Dubai's Hottest Beach Club Turns Into An 80s & 90s Time Machine

Grad your leg warmers and tease that hair because REW!ND Fest DXB is officially back for 2026! And it’s...

Michelle Almeida

Emirates LitFest 2026 - Everything You Need To Know From Authors, Talks, Free Events & More

Literature lovers, mark your calendars. The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is officially back,...

Muskan Gupta

UAE To Extend Paid Maternity Leave To 98 Days - What You Need To Know

A new proposal could mean longer paid maternity leave for women working in the UAE public sector. The...

Muskan Gupta

A FREE Concert Is Taking Over Burj Park This January & The Line-Up Is Huge!

If you love live music, big voices, and iconic views, this is one event you’ll want to lock into your...

Muskan Gupta

WhatsApp To Soon Have A Kids’ App - Here's How Parental Controls Will Work

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that could make the app safer for younger users. It’s called a secondary...

Michelle Almeida

Dreaming Of Going To Space? Here’s How You Can Go To The Moon For FREE!

Ever imagined what it would be like to go to space? While you may not be strapping into a rocket just...

Muskan Gupta

Will There Be A Public Holiday For Haq Al Leila In Dubai?

Mark your calendars, because a special local celebration is coming up. With Haq Al Leila falling on January...

Michelle Almeida

Here's How You Can Celebrate Hag Al Laila At Expo City Dubai For Only AED 50!

Get ready to light up the night at Harvest Festival – Hag Al Laila Edition at the iconic Al Wasl...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: The Etihad Passenger Rail Network Is Finally Complete - 7 New Stations Unveiled

After over 15 long years of development, Etihad Rail has officially revealed the full UAE passenger rail...

Michelle Almeida

Taste of Dubai 2026 Is Back! - Dates, Restaurants & What You Can Expect

Get ready, food lovers! Dubai’s biggest foodie festival, Taste of Dubai, is returning for an epic weekend...

Muskan Gupta

USA To 'Permanently Pause' Migration From These 75 third-world' Countries - Will It Affect The UAE?

The United States has announced a major change to its immigration system, confirming that it will pause...

Muskan Gupta

Will Trump’s 10% Cap On Credit Card Interest Rates Affect UAE-Based Cards As Well?

With the cost of living continuing to bite around the world, credit card interest rates have become a...

Michelle Almeida

18 Visa-Free & Visa On Arrival Getaways For UAE's First Long Weekend

I know it’s just week two into 2026, but let’s be honest, most of us are already thinking...

Muskan Gupta

Your Guide To RAK Art 2026 - 4 Themed Weekend With FREE Entry

If you love art, culture, food, and a good wander somewhere beautiful, this one’s for you. From January...

Muskan Gupta

RTA Brings 5 Major Road Project To These Key Dubai Areas

If your daily commute has felt a little smoother lately, this might be why. RTA has head dived into 2026...

Michelle Almeida

20 Personal Details Your Emirates ID Chip Stores About You & The Perks You Can Unlock!

That tiny piece of plastic sitting in your wallet? It’s doing a lot more work than you think. Your Emirates...

Muskan Gupta

Hack Your 2026 Holidays - These Are The Best Days To Travel According To Industry Experts

2026 is YOUR year to travel, so let’s make it the best experience for you as possible. The last...

Muskan Gupta

Instagram Confirms Your Accounts Are Secure After Mass Password Reset Email Were Sent Out

If you recently got a password reset email from Instagram that you didn’t ask for, you’re definitely...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: 6 New Paid Parking Zones You Must Know About

If you park around Dubai regularly, there are a few new paid parking zones and codes you’ll want to keep...

Michelle Almeida

Visiting Dubai? Tourists, Here Are 6 Travel Hacks For An Affordable Dubai Experience!

Most of you know of a Dubai that impresses you with its skyscrapers, record-breaking hotels, abundant...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s How You Can Watch The Northern Lights Just 5 Hours From Dubai!

Would you travel to a place where the sun doesn’t rise, temperatures plunge to –18°C, and the sky dances...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 2026 Astronomical Calendar - 19 Can't-Miss Events!

If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about supermoons, meteor showers, eclipses, planetary parades,...

Michelle Almeida

Netflix Just Bought Warner Bros.! Here’s A Breakdown Of All Changes You Can Expect

Whether you’re a binge-watching Netflix addict or you doomscrolled through Instagram and found out about...

Muskan Gupta

7 FREE Spots To View The Burj Khalifa NYE Fireworks In Downtown Dubai

If you only have one goal this New Year’s Eve and that’s to view the Burj Khalifa fireworks,...

Will Be There Be A Public Holiday For Christmas In Dubai?

Muskan Gupta

Will There Be A Public Holiday For Christmas In Dubai?

Getting flight tickets, booking hotels, building an itinerary, and even securing a visa all take a lot...

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Muskan Gupta

Dubai Just Turned NYE Into An 8-Day Festival - From December 31 To January 7!

If you thought New Year’s Eve in Dubai couldn’t get any bigger, Downtown Dubai is here to prove you wrong....

Muskan Gupta

UAE Announces 4-Day Long Weekend For National Day Holiday For Public & Private Sector Employees

The UAE has confirmed a 4-day holiday for Eid Al Etihad (AKA, National Day) celebrations. While this...

Muskan Gupta

Emirates Issues Important Travel Advisory Ahead Of Peak End-Of-Year Travel Season

Planning a trip soon? Emirates has issued an important reminder for all UAE nationals. To make sure your...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Parking Now Costs AED 3.03 An Hour After 51% Price Hike - Here's What's Going On

If you’ve noticed your parking costs creeping up lately, you’re not imagining it. The average cost of...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Metro Blue Line Updates: 10+ New Traffic Diversion Routes Created To Avoid Construction

The highly anticipated Dubai Metro Blue Line is well underway, and as part of its massive construction...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Taxi Minimum Fare Increases To AED 13 - New Weekday & Weekend Pricing

Pull out your coin purse, because you’ll need an extra dirham after hearing this news. RTA has...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Do Indian Residents Need To Replace Their Passport With The New ePassport With RFID Chip?

If you’re an Indian expat in the UAE, you might’ve heard the buzz about the new chip-embedded ePassport....

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 4 New Road Rules You Need To Know Immediately

Noticed some new signs, rules, and even tech updates on the roads while driving around UAE lately? That’s...

Muskan Gupta

The Dubai Fitness Challenge Is Back This November - Here's Everything You Need To know About 30X30!

The Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025 is officially back, and the city is already gearing up for one of the...

Muskan Gupta

flydubai's Economy Class Experience Just Got A Major Upgrade - Inflight Meals & More

flydubai is bringing a whole new level of comfort to your flights! The Dubai-based airline has just announced...

The Next Meteor Shower UAE Can See Is Happening Next Month! Best Spots To View The Show

Muskan Gupta

UAE: The Next Meteor Shower Is Happening Tonight! 5 Best Spots To View The Show

It’s almost that special time to make a wish upon a star because The Orionids meteor shower is...

Muskan Gupta

What The Food?! Dubai’s Most Talked-About Food Festival Returns This October With FREE Entry!

Something exciting, delicious and completely FREE is cooking in Dubai this October! What The Food by...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: Delivery Riders Banned On The Fast Lane Starting Next Week - What Does This Mean?

So, you know how every now and then I come on here to tell you guys how traffic in Dubai just got cut...

Muskan Gupta

2026 Holiday Hacks - Turn 10 Days Of PTO Into 36 Days Of Vacation!

Ready to make 2026 your best travel year yet? With a little bit of planning and some smart leave booking,...

Muskan Gupta

Global Village Season 30 Return October 15 - Drones, Skydivers, Fireworks & More On Opening Day!

What do fireworks, skydivers, and 90 cultures have in common? They’re all part of Global Village Season...

Mahima Jose

Salik Exemption 2025: How Eligible UAE Residents Can Apply for Toll-Free Driving in Dubai

Imagine cruising through Salik toll gates without a single dirham deducted from your account. Sounds...

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Mahima Jose

These Are The Dates When Dubai's Outdoor Attractions Will Re-Open

Finally the heat is loosening its grip and there’s a cool breeze caressing our face every now and...

Mahima Jose

Long Weekend Or Midweek Break? Here's What's Likely for UAE National Day 2025

With just a little over three months for this year to wrap up, we’re all eagerly waiting to know...

Mahima Jose

New US Visa Rules May Impact UAE Residents - Here's Why

Earlier last week, the US Department of State (DOS) refreshed their visa rules for non-immigrant visa...

Mahima Jose

UAE Schools Announce Early Winter Break - Here's When It Begins

What better way to begin your Thursday than soaking up some news about holidays. And that too, winter...

Mahima Jose

Schengen 90/180 Rule Explained - Here's What UAE Residents Need To Know

If you’re planning to hop onto a plane and fly to a Schengen country this winter, then I’m...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Suspends Tourist & Work Visas For 9 Countries: What You Need To Know & Is Yours Affected?

In recent travel news, the UAE has reportedly suspended the issuance of tourist and work visas for citizens...

Mahima Jose

Snakes Spotted In Dubai Community - Residents Put On Alert

I know the title had you yelling “YIKESSS” in the loudest voice possible. But hey, calm down,...

Mahima Jose

Climb Burj Khalifa For Just AED 95 This Saudi National Day!

So, while we get ready to say “Happy Birthday Saudi Arabia”, as the country turns 95 on Sep...

Muskan Gupta

Is The H-1B Visa Dead? The Truth Behind The Latest Update

The H-1B visa has long been one of the most important ways skilled foreign workers (especially in tech...

Schengen Visa Rejection? These are the 5 Common Mistakes Made by UAE Travellers

Mahima Jose

Schengen Visa Rejection? Here Are The 5 Common Mistakes Made by UAE Travellers

So, summer is rolling. And everyone is off to Greece or Spain or Italy, looking sun-kissed and smug on...

Mahima Jose

Living In Dubai? Here's How To Register Your Co-Occupants on Ejari

Alright, so amidst all the rental drop news that’s been doing the rounds, there’s something...

The Last Dubai Fountain Show To Happen This April 18! Why Is It Shutting Down?

Mahima Jose

Less Than 12 Days To Go! Dubai Fountain Show Is Almost Back - Here's When!

Let’s all take a collective moment to pause mid-scroll because the Dubai Fountain – yes, the Dubai...

Muskan Gupta

COÉGA Sunwear: Innovating Since 2004, From Pool Shoes To Swimwear

Who would have ever thought that a former helicopter mechanic would go on to build one of Dubai’s most...

Dubai Rents Soar In 9 Areas Due To New Metro Line

Mahima Jose

Paying More Rent Than Your Neighbours? This Dubai Hack Helps You Check!

Whether you’re that person who confidently writes one fat cheque a year, or the one who breaks your rent...

Mahima Jose

UAE's Next Public Holiday Is In Less Than 12 Weeks

Barely three days into the week after the Prophet’s Birthday weekend, and we’re all guilty...

Mahima Jose

Dubai Metro Turns Sixteen - Here Are 16 Things You Didn’t Know

Believe it or not, this date is etched in my mind – a. because it’s one of those fancy calendar...

Mahima Jose

UAE Internet Outage For Six Weeks? Here's What's Happening!

On Sunday evening while I was loading a webpage I experienced a weird, slightly longer than usual lag....

This Dubai Road Will Fully Open After A Major Upgrade On August 25

Mahima Jose

This Dubai Road Is Now Fully Open After A Major Upgrade

If your drive on Emirates Road sometimes felt like your car is testing out a TikTok dance routine, relief...

UAE Students & Teachers To See Potential 9-Day School Break Before Ramadan Starts

Mahima Jose

UAE Students, 15 Unexcused Absences Could Cost You A Year

Okay, so kids have finally gotten back to school after 2 whole months and parents are collectively heaving...

Mahima Jose

7 Fun Facts About The World’s First Gold ATM in Abu Dhabi

Everyone’s talking about Dubai’s shiny gold ATMs right now – you’ve probably seen the TikToks and...

Mahima Jose

Here's Why Some UAE Schools Will Miss The 4-Week Winter Break

When the UAE rolled out its first-ever unified academic calendar, parents and students got excited about...

UAE Residents, Your Schengen Visa Now Unlocks These 14 Non-Schengen Countries!

Mahima Jose

9 Schengen Countries With Afforable Visas For UAE Travellers

Planning that dreamy Euro trip from Dubai? The Schengen visa is your golden ticket – one stamp,...

UAE residents Are Now Using This Tool To Check Travel Bans And Legal Cases Instantly

Mahima Jose

UAE Travel Ban: How to Check If You Have One

Okay, so a travel ban in the UAE isn’t just a fancy phrase. It means you cannot leave the country, whether...

Mahima Jose

Emirates ID Mistakes That Could Cost You - Avoid These!

In the UAE, your Emirates ID isn’t just a piece of plastic. It’s your official proof that you exist –...

Mahima Jose

Rabi Al Awwal Moon Not Sighted, The Likely Date For Prophet Muhammad's Birthday Is Out!

On Saturday, August 23, astronomers in the UAE peered through telescopes, high-tech gadgets, and possibly...

A Rare Blood Moon Will Rise Over UAE On September 7 - Here's When To Catch It

Mahima Jose

A Rare Blood Moon Will Rise Over UAE - Here's When To Catch It

So here’s some good news for people who still think staring at the sky is only for poets, dreamers, or...

Breaking Down How You Can Turn The Eid Al Adha 5-Day Break Into A 9-Day Vacation!

Mahima Jose

Lost or Damaged Luggage in the UAE? Here’s What To Do Next

So, picture this: you’ve landed in the UAE after either (a) a summer break that was supposed to restore...

Mahima Jose

Another Long Weekend Is Coming to the UAE In 15 Days - Here’s All You Need To Know!

We’re already in the latter half of August (how?!), and somehow 2025 is racing toward the finish line...

8 New Flight Routes Launching From The UAE This Winter

Mahima Jose

9 New Flight Routes Launching From The UAE This Winter

Wait, hold up. Did someone just say 2025 is over in four months? WHAAAT! How are we already at the tail...

Mahima Jose

10 Combo Dishes You Can Get For AED 10 In Dubai This August!

Every August, Dubai tries to distract us! From the fact that walking outside feels like stepping into...

Dubai Private School Holiday List For The 2024-2025 Academic Year

Mahima Jose

Dubai School Calendar 2025-2026 Is Out - Here's When The Holidays Are!

Grab your planners (or your phone calendar, let’s be real), the UAE Ministry of Education has dropped...

Saudi Arabia Spots Dhul Hijjah Moon - Official Eid Al Adha Public Holiday Dates Announced For UAE

Mahima Jose

There's Another UAE Public Holiday Before Summer Ends - Here's When

So, just when you thought the summer holidays were winding down and life was about to descend into a...

kuwait offers tourist visa on arrival for gcc residents

Mahima Jose

Kuwait Grants Visa on Arrival for GCC Residents - 53 Other Countries That Make the List!

Okay, now imagine this. You’re at home, scrolling away pointlessly, when your pal says, “Fancy popping...

Mahima Jose

UAE Peak Summer Ended On Aug 10 - Will Temperatures Drop?

Well, so it’s over! Allegedly. The UAE’s official peak summer period, those scorch-your-eyebrows-off...

Last-Min Online Rakhi Shopping? Amazon Delivers In Just 20 Mins

Mahima Jose

Last-Minute Online Rakhi Shopping? Amazon Delivers These Gifts In Under 20 Mins

There comes a moment in every sibling’s life when they realise Raksha Bandhan is tomorrow… and their...

these uae attractions are offering summer deals and discounts - louvre, at the top, aquaventure. aquarium, dubai parks and resorts

Mahima Jose

These UAE Attractions Are Offering Wild Discounts This Summer!

Everyone loathes the heat, no doubts there. And I know I’ve started every other article whining...

things u must not leave in the car during summer - makeup, plastic bottle, sunglasses, makeup

Mahima Jose

11 Things You Should Never Leave in Your Car This UAE Summer

We’ve all been there. You dash into the supermarket for “just 15 minutes” and by the time you’re back,...

The Secret Is Out! Here's How Dubai Residents Are Saving Tons Of Money On Parking Fees

Mahima Jose

You Can Now Pay for Parking Across the UAE Using Just One App

There comes a point in every adult’s life when you realise that being a grown-up mostly involves deciphering...

amazon prime day 2025 deals you can't miss

Mahima Jose

Over 50% OFF! Amazon Prime Day Picks To Snag Before They're Gone

The Amazon Prime Day Sale is officially popping off, and if you’re not already scrolling through those...

UAE Residents Can Get Discounts On Over 30 Staycation Spots Around Dubai

Mahima Jose

These 36-Hour Staycation Deals In Dubai Are A Dream!

Okay, so apparently Dubai looked at regular staycations,you know, the normal 24-hour kind, and went,...

Fly To These Summer Destinations Within 5 Hours Of UAE

Mahima Jose

Top Summer Destinations Within 5 Hours Of UAE

You wake up in Dubai, your phone tells you it’s 48 °C. You glance at your partner and say, “Let’s go...

rare solar eclipse in aug 2027 in gcc - 6 minutes of darkness

Mahima Jose

6 Minutes of Daytime Darkness in GCC: All About The Rare Solar Eclipse

Okay, cosmic geeks, brace yourselves for an announcement that’s going to be nothing short of astonishing....

will there be a day off for prophet muhammad birthday 2025 in uae?

Mahima Jose

Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 2025: Will It Be A Holiday In The UAE?

Most of y’all are still deep in planning mode for that big fat August summer break. Booking flights,...

budget friendly sips for aed 5 and under in uae

Mahima Jose

AED 5 & Under: Beat The Heat With Budget-Friendly Sips In UAE

There’s hot, and then there’s Dubai-in-July hot, where even your phone screen starts getting grilled....

UAE Golden Visa - Key Things to Know - lifetime residency, cypto investments, basic salary, benefits

Mahima Jose

UAE Golden Visa - 9 Things You Must Know About It

Unless you’ve been living under an abnormally large rock this past week, you’ve probably heard...

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Mahima Jose

Get A 1 Dirham Chilli Cheese Dosa At This Dubai Spot

Listen up, Dubai foodies, I’ve got exciting news! Until Friday, July 11, which is tomorrow, you...

Mahima Jose

People In The UAE Are Buying 'Reborn Dolls' That Look Like Real Babies - Here's Why

Tiny hands, soft lashes, sleepy eyes… no, it’s not a real baby; it’s a reborn doll. These super-realistic...

Dubai Shopping Festival Is Here & You Cannot Skip These 5 Incredible Offers

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Summer Surprises Is Here & You Cannot Skip These 5 Incredible Offers

I get it, stepping outside during a Dubai summer feels like walking into a giant hair dryer, worse even....

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