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Muskan Gupta

Dubai's Al Maktoum Airport To Say Goodbye To Passports, Queues, Luggage Tags & More

Dubai is about to rewrite the rulebook on air travel. At Al Maktoum International Airport, the checked-in...

Muskan Gupta

Apple 2026 Lineup Breakdown: iPhone Duo, New Features, Prices In AED & More

Okay, we need to talk about this one. Every September for years, Apple has followed the same playbook....

Muskan Gupta

Budget Airlines Wizz Air Makes A Return To Dubai & Abu Dhabi This Winter

After over a year off UAE’s flight radar, a fan-favourite is finally heading back. Get ready, because...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai's Best FREE-Entry Quiz Nights You Can't Miss This September

Got a brain full of useless facts and nowhere to use them? September’s got you covered. Quizbiz™...

Muskan Gupta

UAE VAT Rules Just Got Updated - What You Need To Know

If you run a business in the UAE, or you’re the one handling the taxes, listen up. The Ministry...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai School Calendars Just Changes To Give Students 9 Days Off In October

Barely a few weeks into the new school year, and there’s already a change to circle on the calendar....

Muskan Gupta

DXB Airport Launches New Mobile Passport Service To Get You Through In Under 15 Seconds

Forget standing in line at a fixed counter. Passengers passing through Dubai airports can now get their...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Metro Stations Renamed: 2026 Updates & Location Guide

Boarding the metro in Dubai is almost starting to feel like a real-life game of “Guess the Station.”...

Muskan Gupta

PLUMA Is Flying Into Dubai Festival City Mall This September - Aerial Stunts, Wild Costumes & More

Tired of the same dinner-and-a-movie routine? Dubai just got a serious upgrade to its weekend plans....

Muskan Gupta

Does The Autumn Equinox Indicate The End Of Summer For The UAE?

Every September, the same question does the rounds – is summer officially over? The autumn equinox...

Muskan Gupta

How To Unlock 30% Off On School Gadgets In Dubai

Kids are now one week into school, after classrooms across the country welcomed back students on Monday,...

Muskan Gupta

The Official F1 Abu Dhabi Prix After Party Has Been Revealed - Your Yasalam After Race Concert Guide

The countdown to December is on, and so is one of Abu Dhabi’s biggest lineups yet. Here’s...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 16 Phrases Doctors & Influencers Are Banned From Saying On Social Media

Dubai is tightening the reins on how healthcare gets marketed online. The Dubai Health Authority (DHA)...

22 Things You Can Get For FREE in Dubai On Your Birthday!

Muskan Gupta

20 Things You Can Get For FREE In Dubai On Your Birthday!

I heard it’s someone’s birthday soon, and who doesn’t love getting birthday freebies and presents on...

Muskan Gupta

How UAE Residents Can Pre-Order Starlink Satellite Internet: Cost, Speed, Plans & More

Starlink has officially landed a 10-year licence from the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital...

Muskan Gupta

DXB's New Luggage Scanners Means You Don't Have To Remove Electronics, Liquids, Shoes & More

The good old days of “take off belts off, and out your electronics” are now a thing of the...

Muskan Gupta

When Is The Next Long Weekend For The UAE?

Barely back at your desk and already dreaming of the next day off? You’re not alone. With the Prophet...

Muskan Gupta

RTA Makes Road Upgrade To 6 School Districts In Time For Back To School Season

If you’ve ever sat in a slow crawl trying to drop your kid off at school, this one’s for...

Muskan Gupta

How To Pay Your Dubai Traffic Fines Through Instalment Plans

Got a few too many traffic fines stacking up? Dubai Police wants you to know there’s an easier...

Muskan Gupta

10 Onam Sadhya Offers To Enjoy Across Dubai

Looking for somewhere delicious to celebrate Onam this August 26th? Dubai and the wider UAE are serving...

Michelle Almeida

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 - Details You Should Know

Update: FIA Confirms Abu Dhabi Grand Prix To Take Place As Scheduled In December The roar of engines,...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai's Top Staycation Deals For The Upcoming Long Weekend

The long weekend is almost here, and if there’s ever a sign to finally book that staycation everyone...

Michelle Almeida

Free Car Inspections In Dubai! What Drivers Need To Know

For all the drivers in Dubai, you will love this one! Did you know that a quick car check can make all...

Michelle Almeida

UAE: Emergency Numbers, Alerts, Fines & Procedures Every Resident Should Know

That loud notification that wakes you up at 12 AM isn’t just content! It’s a safety warning. The Ministry...

Muskan Gupta

UAE’s New Music Licensing Fee Price Breakdown Explained For Businesses

If you run a café, hotel, gym or shop in the UAE and love having music playing for your customers, there’s...

Muskan Gupta

How UAE Drivers Can Permanently Reduce Black Points On August 31st Only

Got a few black points sitting on your licence that you’d love to get rid of? The UAE’s Ministry...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Launches First Accredited Music Degree! Applications & Scholarships Explained

If you’ve been dreaming of turning your music passion into a career, now you can! Because UAE students...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Back-To-School - All The Vaccines Parents Need To Check

School is almost back! And while uniforms and stationery may be top of the shopping list, there’s another...

Muskan Gupta

The Dubai Fitness Challenge ‘30X30’ 2026 Dates Revealed! Top 4 FREE Events You Can't Miss

Dubai, it’s time to dig out those trainers because the Dubai Fitness Challenge is officially returning...

Muskan Gupta

Here’s How You Can Join UAE’s Growing Community Of 39,000+ Life Saving Organ Donors!

It takes less time to register as an organ donor than it does to order your favourite takeaway. Yet,...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Introduces Zero-Interest Rent-Now, Pay-Later Service! Details To Know

Say goodbye to losing a chunk of your paycheck to rent! Because now paying your Dubai rent in one big...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s Where To Watch The Perseids For FREE In The UAE

If you’re looking for a free night out, look up! The annual Perseid meteor shower is returning, bringing...

Michelle Almeida

5 Fun Abu Dhabi Activities Under AED 100 This August

Looking for something fun to add to your August calendar? This month, Abu Dhabi has plenty going on,...

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Michelle Almeida

Back To University In The UAE? 5 Apps Students Should Download

University is basically a full-time juggling act! Between lectures, deadlines, group projects, revision,...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Attractions Reopening Soon! Key Dates To Save

Unfortunately, Dubai summer has one very specific downside. Some of the city’s best outdoor attractions...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Subletting Rules Explained: Everything Tenants Should Know

Got a spare room and thinking about making a little extra rent from it? Or perhaps you’re considering...

Michelle Almeida

Don’t Miss These Summer Meteor Showers! Dates, Peak Times & Viewing Tips

Love a good sky show? Then you’re in luck because the UAE’s summer meteor shower season is...

Muskan Gupta

Expo City Is Hosting A Big Day Of Palestinian Food, Music & Culture This August With FREE Entry

There’s a new date worth marking on your calendar this month. On Saturday, August 29, the Dubai...

Muskan Gupta

Here's How Indian Tourists Can Unlock FREE UAE Visas For Their Next Holiday

Planning a getaway to the UAE? If you’re flying in from India, your next Abu Dhabi trip might just get...

Michelle Almeida

Need To Replace A Lost Emirates ID? Here's Exactly What To Do

Losing your Emirates ID can feel like a mini disaster. It can be worrisome, especially when it’s your...

Michelle Almeida

Paint With Sharks Or Butterflies At These Abu Dhabi Workshops

Why stick to painting in a studio when you can paint besides aquatic animals and butterflies? This August,...

Michelle Almeida

Booking A Trip? Watch Out For Fake Sites & Travel Scams

Planning your summer trip? Between hunting for the cheapest flights, booking hotels and organising airport...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 9 Back-To-School Offers All Parents Need To Take Advantage Of This August

Summer isn’t over just yet, but the countdown to the new school year has officially begun! From...

Michelle Almeida

Keep Kids Busy With These 9 Indoor Play Spaces In Dubai Under AED 150

We totally get just how Dubai summers can be a little too intense for outdoor adventures. But that doesn’t...

Michelle Almeida

Don’t Miss These 10 Exciting Activities Happening In Abu Dhabi This August

The Abu Dhabi heat can get annoying. But that doesn’t mean pressing pause on fun. Between world-first...

Michelle Almeida

7 Dubai Ice Bath Spots For Recovery & Wellness

Dubai summers are basically a sauna. You step out, and the next minute you’re melting in the heat!...

Michelle Almeida

Got A Dubai Traffic Fine? Here's How To Pay In Instalments

Ever opened your traffic fines only to realise they’ve piled up more than expected? While no one enjoys...

Michelle Almeida

WhatsApp Account Temporarily Unavailable? Here's What’s Happening

Did you wake up this morning and open WhatsApp only to find your account locked? Now this can be a frustrating...

Michelle Almeida

What's Changing In The UAE This Month? 8 Things To Know

This year, August in the UAE is bringing plenty to keep residents busy. There’s a long weekend...

Michelle Almeida

Flying Soon? 12 Airplane Etiquette Rules Every UAE Traveller Should Follow

As summer holidays finally take over, airports are getting busier! Thousands of UAE residents are either...

Michelle Almeida

Here's How UAE Residents Can Visit Montenegro Visa-Free This Summer!

Planning a European trip is a challenge for travellers who need mountains of paperwork just to get a...

Michelle Almeida

Travelling Abroad? 12 Essential Tips To Protect Yourself From Cyber Threats

Travelling is all about switching off, exploring new places and snapping those memories. But while you’re...

Muskan Gupta

What You Can & Can't Bring Into The UAE: A Traveller's Guide To Customs Rules

Packing for your next trip? You might want to double-check your bag before you zip it up. While most...

Michelle Almeida

Driving During A Sandstorm? 5 Safety Rules UAE Motorists Should Know

A little dust on your car is one thing. Driving through a full-blown sandstorm, now that’s a whole...

Muskan Gupta

26 Friendship Day Deals To Celebrate With Your Crew TODAY!

Has group chat has been quiet for days? Have plans have been “coming soon” for weeks? Sounds a little...

Michelle Almeida

IMAX, ScreenX, Or 4DX? Your Screen Guide To Watch The Latest Spider-Man Movie!

Popcorn? Check. Tickets? Almost. But before you hit ‘book’, there’s one thing to figure out....

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Unveils A New Electronics Festival! Here’s What To Expect

Because Dubai doesn’t do anything small, its shopping scene is about to get even bigger. A brand-new...

Michelle Almeida

Dive Into These 6 Incredible Underwater Experiences In Dubai

When Dubai’s summer heat is in full swing, swapping the scorching streets for an underwater adventure...

Michelle Almeida

Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 Guide: Dates, Line-Up & Tickets

The UAE’s biggest celebration of music, art and culture is making its grand return. This time you...

Michelle Almeida

Renting A Property In Dubai? Here Are 6 Hidden Costs To Be Aware Of

Moving into a new home is exciting, but your monthly rent is only a TINY part of the bill. What you don’t...

Muskan Gupta

10 Dirham Dishes Are Back! Here Are All 157 Restaurants You Can't Miss

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to eat your way around Dubai without emptying your wallet,...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Residents Can Now Adopt Rescued Pets At New Animal Welfare Centre

Looking for your new furry best friend? Dubai just made pet adoption easier, safer and more meaningful....

Michelle Almeida

Summer Heat Raises Kidney Stone Risk: Warning Signs To Know

For anyone living in the UAE, you know just how relentless the summers can be. And while most of us are...

Michelle Almeida

UFC Abu Dhabi Guide: Where To Park, Stay & Full Card

Heading to UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi this Saturday? Then get ready for an electric night of huge fights,...

Muskan Gupta

16 Deals To Celebrate International Tequila Day In Dubai TODAY

There’s always a reason to head out for Friday drinks in Dubai, but this week comes with an extra...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Visa On Arrival Now Starts At AED 172.50 For These 7 Eligible Countries

If you’re heading to the UAE soon, this one’s worth knowing about. General Directorate For...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai’s Latest Initiative Rewards AED3000 To Residents Who Bring Guests To City

Dubai residents planning to welcome family or friends from overseas have a new reason to play host! The...

Michelle Almeida

UAE: Indian Passport Services Shift To Al Hind Tours And Travels - Details To Know

Indian expats across the UAE will now have a new place to turn to for passport, visa and attestation...

Michelle Almeida

7 Breakfast Deals In Dubai You'll Want To Wake Up Early For!

Who says mornings have to be miserable? In Dubai, breakfast is far more than a quick karak and toast....

Michelle Almeida

10 UAE Pool & Beach Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know

Summer in the UAE means plenty of time spent cooling off at pools, beaches and water parks. While water...

Muskan Gupta

Updated Travel Advisories From US, UK & Canada, Gulf Passengers Must Know

The US, UK and Canada have all updated their travel advisories for the Gulf and Jordan. This comes after...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s How RTA’s New Plan Makes Car-Free Commute Easier Across Dubai

With the Dubai heat taking up a chunk of the year, we’re all familiar with hopping off the Metro only...

Muskan Gupta

What Is The World's Next Big Sporting After Now That The FIFA World Cup Is Over?

For the past month, we’ve all basically lived the same reality. Football. Football, and more football....

Michelle Almeida

These Dubai Traffic Violations Can Cost You AED 200K Fines & Licence Cancellation!

If there’s one thing the UAE takes seriously, it’s road safety. And its latest traffic law...

Michelle Almeida

Don't Switch Off Your AC During UAE Summers - Here's Why

Heading off on holiday? You’ve probably triple-checked your passport, locked the doors and packed...

Michelle Almeida

UAE Flight Disruptions - New Airline Changes & Cancellations Explained

Summer travel is in full swing. But if you’re flying to or from the UAE, it’s worth checking...

UAE Introduces A 5-Year Multiple Entry Visa (1050450ma)

Michelle Almeida

UAE Introduces A 5-Year Multiple Entry Visa - Everything You Need To Know

If you’re someone who visits the UAE often, whether it’s for holidays, family catch-ups,...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai's Driverless Taxis Are Here! Book A Ride For Just AED 5!

If you’ve ever wanted to ride in a car with no one behind the wheel, well, now you can! Dubai has...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai Comedy Festival Returns - Comedians, Tickets & Event Details To Know

Cancel your boring weekend plans because Dubai is about to make you laugh out till you’re falling...

Michelle Almeida

Renting A Car Abroad? Here's How To Get An International Driving License

Planning a road trip overseas? If you’re picking up a rental car on your next holiday, there’s...

Etihad Rail To Launch 350 km/h High-Speed Train - Get Between Dubai & Abu Dhabi In 30 Minutes!

Michelle Almeida

Etihad Rail Passengers Can Now Enjoy Hotel Discounts, Perks & More

You probably don’t know this, but your Etihad Rail ticket is more than just a way to get from A...

Muskan Gupta

FREE Workout Classes You Can't Skip This July In Dubai

If you’ve been looking for a sign to get back into a fitness routine, this might be it. Warehouse...

Muskan Gupta

5 Strict Left Lane Rules Dubai Drivers Must Follow To Avoid AED 700 Fines

Think the left lane is just for whoever wants to drive faster than the car in front of it? Think again....

Michelle Almeida

UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Tickets, Schedule & Event Details To Know

The UFC is making its highly anticipated return to Abu Dhabi this summer, and it’s bringing one...

Michelle Almeida

7 Dubai Attractions To Try This July Under AED100

Spending a fun day outside with a hundred Dirhams might not sound like much in Dubai. But you’d...

Michelle Almeida

As Fuel Prices Drop, Will UAE Grocery Bills Get Cheaper?

If you’ve been hoping your weekly supermarket trip will finally stop burning a hole in your wallet,...

Michelle Almeida

7 Major RTA Projects Set To Improve Dubai’s Traffic

Dubai’s roads are getting a serious upgrade. If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in bumper-to-bumper...

Muskan Gupta

Free Ways To Stay Fit & Stay Indoors This Summer In Dubai

Hot outside, cool inside. That’s basically Dubai’s summer fitness formula this year. Instead...

Pay Traffic, Parking & Salik Fines With DubaiNow

Michelle Almeida

This New Dubai App Lets You Pay Traffic, Parking & Salik Fines

You’re probably quite familiar with the panic of jumping between different websites and apps just...

Michelle Almeida

Can Employers Deny Your Summer Leave In The UAE?

Summer break is here, and many employees are already dreaming of a long getaway. But what happens when...

Muskan Gupta

Landlords Can Now Check Your Credit Score Before Leasing Your Rent

Etihad Credit Bureau (ECB) has officially launched its Tenant Screening service, giving landlords the...

Muskan Gupta

9 World Chocolate Deals To Enjoy In Dubai TODAY!

What better excuse to cure your chocolate cravings than to celebrate World Chocolate Day! From quick...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai's Nol Card Gets A Major Upgrade! Details You Need To Know

Dubai’s Nol card is getting a major glow-up! And it’s pushing the city even closer to a fully cashless...

Dubai Police's Smart Home Security System

Michelle Almeida

Travelling Soon? Here’s How Dubai Police Can Protect Your Home For Free

Ever had that mini panic attack halfway to the airport when you suddenly can’t remember if you...

Michelle Almeida

Don’t Skip These 18 Business Lunch Deals Under AED 200!

Stuck eating a sad sandwich at your desk again? Dubai’s business lunch scene offers a chance to...

Michelle Almeida

Will UAE Drivers See Another Petrol Price Drop Soon?

Good news for your wallet! After months of watching prices creep up and down like a rollercoaster nobody...

Muskan Gupta

10 Major 2026 Visa Changes You Need To Know Before Your Next Flight

Big changes are landing across the travel world in 2026. Some governments are making it faster and easier...

Michelle Almeida

9 Fun Things To Do In Abu Dhabi This July

Your air conditioning works fine! We’re just saying you might not need it as much as you think...

Michelle Almeida

6 Key Changes Taking Effect In UAE This July

July is rolling in with a serious lineup of changes, and we mean serious. From trains finally hitting...

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