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 […]
If you’ve been waiting for an excuse to pull out a light jacket or enjoy cooler evenings outdoors, the UAE’s weather is about to deliver a change of pace. The coming days will bring fluctuating conditions across the country, with cooler temperatures, misty mornings and gusty winds making an appearance, according to the National Centre […]
The UAE’s culinary calendar for 2026 is set to be one of the most exciting yet, with a mix of world-class trade shows and public food celebrations that cater to both industry professionals and everyday food lovers. The year kicks off with Gulfood 2026 in Dubai, one of the largest food and beverage trade exhibitions […]
A new scientific study from the Mubadala ACCESS Center at NYU Abu Dhabi has uncovered the factors behind the Arabian Gulf’s extreme summer heat, particularly the intense marine heatwaves that can push sea temperatures to record highs. Although the Gulf is already one of the warmest bodies of water on Earth during summer, researchers had […]
Schools across the UAE reopened on Monday, January 5, 2026, welcoming around 1.1 million students from kindergarten through Grade 12 for the second term of the 2025–2026 academic year. The term will run for 69 school days. Centralised examinations have been scrapped, with school-based assessments replacing them to diversify evaluation methods and support student performance. […]
The UAE is gearing up for spectacular New Year’s Eve 2026 fireworks and drone shows across all seven emirates, offering everything from record-breaking launches to relaxed beach and waterfront celebrations. Ras Al Khaimah will host one of the world’s largest displays, with a 15-minute show stretching about six kilometres between Al Marjan Island and Al […]
In Dubai, New Year’s Eve is not just a celebration, it is a business strategy. Every year, as the Burj Khalifa fireworks light up the sky, restaurants around Downtown Dubai transform into premium viewing lounges. And surprisingly, it is not just fine dining spots cashing in. Even fast-food and casual dining chains are charging eye-watering prices just […]
Abu Dhabi has been named the world’s safest city for 2025, topping a list of 300 cities compiled by CEO World magazine thanks to extremely low crime rates, robust law enforcement, advanced surveillance systems, and strong community policing initiatives. The emirate scored 97.73 out of 100, edging out global contenders such as Taipei and Doha, […]
Starting Friday, January 2, 2026, all mosques across the United Arab Emirates will hold their weekly Friday sermon and congregational prayers at 12:45 pm. This creates a unified, national schedule for Jumuʿah that aims to simplify planning and ensure consistency for worshippers everywhere in the country. Officials emphasized that the new timing is intended to […]
The UAE is entering a noticeable drop in temperature this month as the arrival of winter gets underway. According to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM), temperatures are expected to fall by roughly six degrees Celsius compared with November, especially across inland and mountainous areas. This chill comes with the arrival of cooler air masses […]