With the new school year approaching, Dubai’s Consumer Protection Department has stepped up inspections of shops and shopping centres to make sure back-to-school promotions follow consumer protection rules. Inspectors are checking that advertised discounts are genuine, prices are clearly displayed and retailers provide clear information about refund, exchange and promotional policies. Families are being encouraged […]
The UAE has announced Friday, August 28, as a public holiday for both public and private sector employees to mark the birthday of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). For those who enjoy a Saturday-Sunday weekend, the announcement means a welcome three-day weekend, coming during the final week of the school summer holidays. The holiday is one of […]
Ready to refresh your playlist? This week’s New Music Friday is here, bringing a mix of emotional ballads, feel-good pop and dancefloor anthems. Whether you’re after a song to belt out in the car or something to kick-start your weekend, these three new releases have you covered. Alex Warren continues his incredible rise with Rescuer, […]
Rihanna fans have been given fresh hope that new music is finally on the way after A$AP Rocky revealed that the global superstar is back in the recording studio. During an appearance on The Jason Lee Show, Rocky casually confirmed that Rihanna is “in the studio right now,” before joking, “Sorry, babe,” admitting he may […]
Ras Al Khaimah has attracted Dh771.5 million in new investment, underlining the emirate’s growing appeal as a destination for businesses and investors. The latest figures highlight continued confidence in RAK’s economy, with investment spread across sectors including manufacturing, services, trading and commercial activities. The investment is expected to support economic diversification, create new jobs and […]
Elon Musk believes Starlink could provide the majority of the world’s internet within the next 10 years, describing the satellite broadband service as a key part of SpaceX’s future. Speaking after the company’s latest earnings report, Musk said the growing demand for internet bandwidth—driven by artificial intelligence, robotics and other emerging technologies—will fuel rapid expansion, […]
With just weeks to go before the new school year begins on August 31, the UAE Ministry of Education has released its official school uniform guide for the 2026-27 academic year. The guide outlines the approved uniforms for government school students from kindergarten to Grade 12, complete with illustrations, item prices and details of where […]
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky celebrated their son Riot Rose’s third birthday with a superhero-themed party inspired by Spider-Man. The couple, known for their creative family celebrations, went all out for the occasion with colourful decorations, red and blue balloons, themed areas for children, a photo spot and a specially designed cake display. The celebration gave […]
Every new school year begins with hope… but for many families across the UAE, recent months have brought uncertainty. That’s why Shoemart at Centrepoint is proud to launch the Back-to-School season three 15,000 AED Scholarship, helping a deserving child take one step closer to a brighter future. At Shoemart at Centrepoint, shop from over 100 […]
Ariana Grande has announced that she will take a break from public life once her Eternal Sunshine Tour concludes in September, with her team saying the decision comes after enduring “endless, ongoing public scrutiny.” A representative confirmed that the singer is looking forward to finishing the tour “healthily and happily” before taking a well-earned break […]