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For the third time, Dubai Comedy Festival returns with a boatload of laughter featuring the best comedians and acts from around the world. Be ready to roll on the floor laughing during the 10-day festival, bringing some of the funniest stand-up comedians, theatre, and acts to Dubai. The festival is also an empowering platform for local and regional comedians and gives them a stage to showcase their skills, transcending all cultures, backgrounds, and ages like good comedy should. The festival will take place from May 12th to 21st at Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai Opera, and The Theatre at the Mall of...

If you're driving through Ras Al Khaimah, here's an important update: starting January 2026, the speed limit on Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Street (E18) will drop to 80 km/h. This stretch runs from the Applied Technology Schools to Al Kharran Roundabout and is one of the main roads in the emirate. The E18 sees heavy traffic, connecting Ras Al Khaimah to other emirates and passing through residential and commercial areas. Radar enforcement will be set to trigger at 101 km/h, so make sure to stay within the limit to avoid penalties. The speed cameras along the route will be adjusted...

2027 might feel far away, but this is the kind of event you plan for early. The Islamic Arts Biennale is coming back to Jeddah, and the dates have been announced: November 1, 2027 to March 1, 2028. The event will once again take over the Western Hajj Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport. The Islamic Arts Biennale was established by the Diriyah Biennale Foundation and remains the first biennale in the world dedicated entirely to the arts of Islamic civilisations, past and present. The upcoming edition will feature pieces from Makkah and Madinah, alongside loans from the Louvre and...

Looking for a fresh spot to enjoy Japanese cuisine in Riyadh? A new restaurant has just arrived, bringing a taste of Japan to the city. Located on As Siddiq Road, EDO is in its soft opening phase, offering a menu packed with classic and modern Japanese dishes. At EDO, you’ll find a variety of options, from light appetizers to hearty mains. The menu features gyoza, ramen, poke bowls, sushi, nigiri, and yakitori. Sushi lovers can enjoy favorites like California Rolls, Philadelphia Rolls, and Shrimp Sushi. If you’re in the mood for something filling, try the Casher Chicken, made with crispy...

Starting October 1, Emirates will prohibit the use of power banks during flights, the airline has officially confirmed. While passengers are still allowed to bring one power bank onboard, it must meet specific conditions. The airline specified that each flyer can bring one power bank that is under 100 Watt hours to the cabin. Here's why Emirates making this change. Lithium-ion batteries — the type used in most power banks — store energy by moving lithium ions through an electrolyte solution between two electrodes. And under certain conditions, like overcharging or physical damage, these batteries can overheat. According to Emirates,...

Paying for parking in Dubai is about to get a lot more convenient. Salik, the company behind Dubai’s toll gates, is teaming up with Parkonic to expand automatic parking payments to more places across the city. This new system, already working in over 100 locations around the UAE, lets drivers park without tickets, barriers, or payment machines. Instead, the parking fee is taken directly from the driver’s Salik eWallet — no need to tap cards or scan apps. Just drive in, park, and you're good to go. Starting next week, 18 new spots in Dubai will be part of this...

If you live in Wasl Village or visit the area often, there’s a small update that may affect your daily routine. A new paid parking zone has been introduced in the area, operating under code 248W. Signs are already installed across the neighborhood, so residents and visitors can easily recognize the designated spaces. The parking system operates 24/7. Here's are hourly parking fees in Wasl Village (248W): 30 minutes = AED 2 1 hour = AED 4 2 hours = AED 8 3 hours = AED 12 4 hours = AED 16 Wasl Village falls into higher-tariff zone, which typically...

If you love food (and who doesn’t?), mark your calendars for this January. Gulfood 2026 is coming to Dubai, and it’s going to be massive. From January 26 to 30, Dubai World Trade Centre and the newly expanded Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo City will turn into the ultimate food lover’s paradise. Here are some numbers that show just how huge this event is going to be: 8,500 exhibitors 195 countries represented 1.5 million food and beverage products on display Whether you’re into spices, snacks, or something a little more exotic, you’ll find something to tempt your taste buds. Nearly...

Eid Al Fitr 2026 is right around the corner, and many are eagerly awaiting the official announcement about when the holidays will begin. Kuwait has provided two possible scenarios for the Eid Al Fitr 2026 holidays for employees in ministries and government entities. If Ramadan ends on March 19, the public sector will enjoy a five-day break from Thursday through Monday If Ramadan ends a day earlier, on March 18, the holiday would be a four-day weekend, running from Thursday to Sunday Keep an eye out for the official announcement, as the moon sighting will determine which scenario comes into...

Remember rushing home to catch 'Friends' or 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' before anyone spoiled it, recording episodes on VHS, and then waiting a whole week for the next one like it was a life event? Yes, the 90s were wild, and if you’re ready to plunge into that atmosphere once again, here’s the nostalgia event in Sharjah you can’t miss. The 90s by RBO is back on February 12, turning part of the city into a time capsule filled with music, movies, fashion, and pop culture from the decade that shaped an entire generation. You walk in and it...