Dubai Airports and Salik have signed a 10-year agreement to introduce a Salik E-Wallet payment solution for parking at Dubai International Airport (DXB), marking a shift toward a fully ticketless and digital parking experience for motorists. Under the deal, drivers will be able to pay for parking at the airport’s paid car parks using their […]
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 […]
Etihad Rail has revealed the full network for its long-awaited passenger rail service, set to begin operations in 2026, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s transport landscape. The network will consist of 11 stations stretching across the UAE, from Al Sila near the Saudi border to Al Dhaid in Sharjah, and connecting major urban […]
The UAE’s retail landscape is gearing up for a major expansion in 2026, with authorities and developers announcing seven new malls across Dubai and beyond that promise fresh designs, community-centered spaces, outdoor leisure areas and wellness-led experiences. From next-generation indoor cities to forest-inspired retail hubs, the upcoming openings reflect a shift in how people will […]
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 […]
A new National Health and Nutrition Survey 2024–2025 by the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) shows encouraging shifts in the health habits of people across the UAE. The study, which covered 20,000 households including citizens, residents, and workers, revealed that smoking rates have declined, while physical activity levels have risen significantly over recent years. […]
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. […]
Ras Al Khaimah welcomed the new year with a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration that blended cutting-edge drone technology, vibrant pyrotechnics and community-wide festivities. As crowds gathered along the emirate’s waterfront and public festival zones from the late afternoon, the atmosphere was filled with live music, food stalls and family-friendly gatherings before the night’s main […]
Superstar Shah Rukh Khan has arrived in Dubai just in time for what’s shaping up to be one of the city’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations yet, adding celebrity sparkle to the festivities as Downtown Dubai gears up for a record-breaking week of events. Emaar has expanded the traditional New Year’s celebration into an eight-day […]
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 […]