During Ramadan 2026 in Dubai, daily life continues with many familiar routines, but the city also takes on a respectful and festive atmosphere as the holy month begins. Non-Muslims and visitors are not expected to fast, and Dubai remains open as usual, including restaurants, cafes, gyms, beaches, hotel pools and major attractions. While Muslims observe […]
The United Arab Emirates has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holiday schedule for workers in both the public and private sectors. Federal government entities will observe the holiday from Thursday, March 19 to Sunday, March 22, 2026, with normal work resuming on Monday, March 23. Private sector employees will have time off from […]
According to weather experts, winter in the UAE will officially come to an end on March 20, 2026, when the spring equinox marks the astronomical start of spring. This is the point when the sun crosses the equator, making day and night roughly equal in length, a scientifically recognized seasonal shift. Many residents may notice […]
Pop stars Justin Bieber and Miley Cyrus are rumored to be teaming up for a special performance during the 20-year anniversary of Hannah Montana. According to reports, Bieber is expected to join Cyrus on stage to perform the song “Overboard” as part of the celebration, adding extra star power to the nostalgic tribute. The event […]
Dubai’s toll operator Salik has announced revised toll rates for the holy month of Ramadan 2026 to align with expected changes in traffic patterns and the city’s adjusted work and school schedules during the fasting period. Under the updated structure, toll charges will be AED 6 during peak hours (9 am to 5 pm), AED […]
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 […]