Eighteen-year-old Emirati mountaineer Fatima Al Awadhi is preparing for her next major expedition as she continues her quest to complete the Seven Summits and the prestigious Explorer’s Grand Slam. Already the youngest Arab to conquer Mount Vinson and Carstensz Pyramid, as well as the youngest Emirati to summit Mount Elbrus, she will now attempt to […]
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It’s time to refresh your playlist! This week’s biggest releases include new music from Beyoncé, Kygo, Joel Corry, while one of the summer’s biggest social media sensations also makes its way onto our radar. Kygo teams up with rising country singer Max McNown on Take Me Back, blending Kygo’s signature tropical dance sound with heartfelt […]
The first-ever FIFA World Cup final halftime show is getting even bigger, but with just 11 minutes to fill, fans are wondering how everyone will fit on stage. Justin Bieber has now been added to the line-up alongside Madonna, Shakira, BTS, Burna Boy, Coldplay, the PS22 Chorus and Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel, making it quite […]
There will be no home glory for any of the three 2026 FIFA World Cup host nations after Mexico, the USA and Canada were all knocked out in the Round of 16. England edged Mexico 3-2, Belgium cruised past the USA 4-1, while Morocco stunned Canada with a 3-0 victory, ending the hopes of all […]
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are officially married after tying the knot in a lavish ceremony at New York City’s Madison Square Garden on July 3. After months of speculation following their engagement in August 2025, the couple celebrated with around 1,000 guests, including some of the biggest names in music, film, sport and entertainment. […]
Looking to freshen up your playlist? This week’s biggest releases bring together pop, dance and hip-hop, with new music from Gracie Abrams, Peggy Gou, David Guetta, French Montana and rising star Sombr. Gracie Abrams returns with Look at My Life, the latest single from her upcoming album. The heartfelt track gives fans another taste of […]
The UAE’s long-awaited Etihad Rail passenger service is set to begin its introductory phase on June 30, 2026, with trains operating between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah. The launch follows the inauguration of the Mohamed bin Zayed City Passenger Train Station in Abu Dhabi, marking a major milestone for the country’s first national passenger railway network. […]
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At 104.8 Channel 4, Hit Music for the UAE, we CANNOT wait for the upcoming album from Ariana Grande! Luckily she’s given is a little treat to we our appetites! She has officially unveiled the complete tracklist for her upcoming eighth studio album, Petal, ending weeks of speculation among fans. The singer had been teasing […]