Turkey and Singapore have officially announced that Thursday, February 19, 2026, will mark the first day of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. Both countries used astronomical calculations, rather than requiring an actual sighting of the crescent moon, to determine the start of the lunar month. Their respective religious authorities found that the crescent would […]
Dubai International Airport (DXB) reported a historic year in 2025, handling more than 95.2 million passengers, a 3.1 % increase compared to 2024 and the highest annual international traffic ever recorded by any airport. The airport consistently hit record levels, including its busiest day, month (December), quarter and full year, while maintaining smooth operations and […]
Bad Bunny headlined the Super Bowl LX Apple Music Halftime Show at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara on February 8, 2026, delivering a colourful and culturally rich 13-minute performance that doubled as a love letter to his Puerto Rican roots. The Puerto Rican reggaeton star, clad in an all-white outfit, transformed the stage with scenes […]
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Spotify to strengthen collaboration across the music and wider creative sectors, marking a first-of-its-kind public–private partnership in the emirate. The agreement aims to expand opportunities for emerging musicians and local talent by supporting their development, increasing their visibility on global platforms, and […]
If you’ve heard your kid say something like, “I lowkenuinely love this song” and had to pause for a second, you’re not alone. TikTok has done it again, introducing a brand-new word that sounds made up but somehow makes perfect sense. Lowkenuinely is a mash-up of “low-key” and “genuinely.” It’s used to casually express sincerity without making a big deal out of […]
UAE-based influencers and content creators, take note. January 31, 2026, is the final deadline to obtain the mandatory Advertiser Permit, and missing it could come at a cost. From February onwards, anyone posting paid or promotional content without the required permit could face fines of up to AED 10,000. The rule applies to influencers, creators, […]
Sharjah Charity International has launched its preparations for the holy month of Ramadan under the annual “Joud” initiative, with the ambitious goal of distributing 1.2 million Iftar meals to those fasting. The campaign plans to deliver 900,000 meals across various cities and communities in Sharjah, supporting families, labourers, and low-income individuals who rely on daily […]
Dubai has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest virtual sign language class, bringing together more than 6,000 participants in a powerful moment of unity and inclusion. The record-breaking initiative was part of the Dubai Communicates in Sign Language campaign, led by the Community Development Authority and overseen by the Higher Committee for the Protection of the Rights […]
Doctors in the UAE are advising residents to start preparing their bodies for the month of Ramadan well in advance, ideally several weeks before the fast begins, to reduce common issues like headaches, tiredness, dehydration and low energy in the first days. Instead of making sudden changes to eating habits, experts recommend gradually shifting to […]
Why 2016 Is Back in Style The cultural landscape of 2016 was electric. It was the Despacito era, the peak of streaming playlists, and a moment when social media reached critical mass. Now, as nostalgia cycles tighten and fans crave familiar comfort, 2026 is channeling that same energy. Here’s how the 2016 revival is showing up all […]