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Dubai residents and visitors, mark your calendars for an extraordinary celestial show this Friday, December 13. The Geminids Meteor Shower, one of the year's most spectacular astronomical events, will light up Dubai’s night skies. This cosmic phenomenon, peaking mid-December annually, is famous for its dazzling display of meteors zipping across the sky at a staggering 120,000 kilometers per hour. While this year’s full moon might dim the spectacle slightly, the experience remains unmissable. At its peak, up to 120 meteors per hour can be seen under optimal conditions, according to NASA. To help you make the most of this astronomical...

Big news for commuters: a brand-new intercity bus service between Dubai and Sharjah will begin operations on Friday, May 2, according to the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). The new Route E308 will run between Stadium Bus Station in Dubai and Al Jubail Bus Station in Sharjah, making travel between the two emirates even easier. A one-way trip on the route will cost AED 12. Updates to Existing Bus Routes in Dubai from May 2 In addition to launching Route E308, the RTA is also making adjustments to several existing city routes starting May 2. Here’s a quick breakdown of...

Drivers in Dubai can expect smoother commutes later this year as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) gets ready to roll out a series of traffic improvements across 40 locations in the Emirate. The works will take place between June and September 2025, aiming to ease congestion and reduce journey times. The upgrades will impact a wide range of areas, including 22 major streets, 9 school zones, 5 development areas, and internal roads and pavements.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by هيئة الطرق والمواصلات، دبي (@rta_dubai) Some of the streets included in the project:...

From January 10 to February 28, 2025, the Al Wathba region in Abu Dhabi will host the second edition of the Al Wathba Dates Festival, a key feature of the Sheikh Zayed Festival. Organized by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority and held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the event celebrates the enduring cultural and agricultural significance of date palms in the UAE. This year’s festival will bring together date enthusiasts, farmers, and traders from around the globe. It will include 12 competitions highlighting date packaging — with and without additives — featuring six...

Dubai’s burger game is levelling up with the arrival of Junk Smash Burgers, the viral French-born brand known for its indulgent, high-impact smash burgers. After gaining a cult following in Paris and London, the concept is getting ready to open its first location in the UAE — right at 25 Jump Street, the city’s newly launched licensed street next to 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central. Brought in by Icon Hospitality, the same team behind EL&N, the Dubai outpost promises a straightforward approach to burgers — zero fluff, just quality.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared...

The UAE has officially declared 2026 as the Year of the Family, a year dedicated to reinforcing the importance of family as the foundation of society. On November 6, President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan made the announcement, highlighting how families play a vital role in the UAE’s prosperity and long-term stability. Since 2016, the country has introduced an annual theme, with each year guiding national policies, initiatives, and events. Now, 2026 will shine a spotlight on family values: unity, empathy, and cooperation, which are deeply ingrained in Emirati culture, and ensure that these values continue to...

As UAE residents return to their routines after the Eid Al Fitr holidays, roads are once again busy. This makes it the perfect time to focus on the new traffic laws that took effect on March 29, 2025. These changes bring tougher penalties, including fines up to AED 200,000 and possible jail time for serious violations. The UAE’s traffic accident statistics are concerning. According to Ministry of Interior data from February, 384 people died in road accidents in 2024 — a 9% increase from the previous year. Many drivers only follow rules if they believe they might actually get caught....

With summer temperatures on the rise, Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2025 is providing a welcome indoor alternative for sports enthusiasts, families, and athletes. Held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, the region’s largest indoor sports festival is now open and will run until August 21. Now in its fourth edition, the event transforms the ADNEC halls into a fully air-conditioned hub for activity and wellness. This year’s setup features: 52 indoor courts Dedicated zones for different sports and age groups     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Abu Dhabi Summer Sports (@adsummersports) From high-energy team games...

Music and sports lovers, get ready for an unforgettable night! The global superstars Akon and Sean Paul are set to perform live at Etihad Arena as part of the World Tennis League in Abu Dhabi on December 21st. Known for his iconic hits like "Smack That," "Lonely," and "Right Now (Na Na Na)," Akon promises a performance filled with infectious energy and anthems that have defined an era.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by World Tennis League (@worldtennisleague) But the party doesn’t stop there—Sean Paul, the Grammy-winning king of dancehall, is also set to take...

Bahrain has been selected by FIBA (International Basketball Federation) to host the 14th 3x3 Basketball World Tour Final. This exciting event will take place on November 21-22, 2025, in Manama. It’s the grand finale of a global tour that will visit 15 cities across three continents before wrapping up in Bahrain. Bahrain has successfully hosted this tournament for the past two years, earning recognition as a trusted destination for international sports events. Alaa Madar, President of the Bahrain Basketball Federation, highlighted that this achievement shows the country’s growing role in global sports. He also acknowledged the efforts of Sheikh Khalid...