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 […]
Emirates Airline has cancelled and rescheduled multiple flights between Dubai and the United States after a powerful Nor’easter winter storm, forecast to bring heavy snow, strong winds and blizzard conditions — moved up the US East Coast toward cities like New York, Newark and Boston. Flights such as EK203 (Dubai → New York) and EK204 […]
The new Al Nasr Mosque in Sharjah, has officially opened in time for Ramadan 2026, bringing a striking modern landmark to the historic Oud Metha area. Departing from traditional stone domes, the mosque’s centerpiece is a large spherical glass dome made of hexagonal panels that rise nearly 16 metres and span 20 metres across, flooding […]
As the UAE enters Ramadan 2026, traffic patterns across the country shift significantly because of shorter working hours and changes in daily routines, and commuters should prepare for distinct peak periods and persistent bottlenecks. During the morning rush (about 8:30 am–10:30 am), major arterial routes such as Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) in Dubai and Emirates […]
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 […]
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 […]
iFX EXPO Dubai 2026 officially kicks off today at the Dubai World Trade Centre, reinforcing Dubai’s status as a leading hub for fintech and online trading in the MENA region. The event has grown into a major global gathering, drawing over 10,000+ visitors, 200+ exhibitors, and 150+ speakers from around the world. Attendees will find […]
Officials from the Sharjah Ports and Border Points Organising Committee visited the Al Rawdah border crossing in Oman to coordinate joint efforts aimed at making trade between the UAE and the Sultanate more efficient. During the talks, both sides agreed to standardise procedures, unify operational systems and enhance coordination between police, customs, agriculture and other […]