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The City’s Mega Festival is Back, Bigger, Louder, and Ready for You! Dubai’s massive music event, UNTOLD Dubai, is back for its second edition! After a major debut last year, the festival returns from 6 to 9 November 2025 with four days of non-stop entertainment. This years, the festival is moving to Dubai Parks and Resorts, giving fans a bigger and better experience to move and dance with 5 stages, and more than 100 international and regional artists. This isn’t just a concert weekend. It’s four days of full-scale festival madness, built for the ones who show up for the...

Shah Rukh Khan is celebrating his 60th birthday on November 2. And what better way to honor the King of Bollywood than with a special film festival in the UAE? This year, to mark his milestone birthday, Yash Raj Films is bringing SRK's most iconic films back to the big screen. From 'Dil Se' to 'Devdas,' 'Main Hoon Na' to 'Om Shanti Om', and his more recent hit 'Jawan,' SRK Film Fest will showcase the best of the actor's legendary career. Each of these films has shaped not just Bollywood, but the entire world of cinema. View this post on...

It looks like the UAE’s fragrance scene is getting a whole lot sweeter. Dessert-inspired perfumes are turning heads and catching on fast, with scents that are more like walking through a bakery than a traditional perfume counter. These new fragrances aren’t your usual florals or ouds. Instead, imagine scents like cotton candy, bubble gum, or even chocolate ganache filling the air around you. At Beautyworld Middle East 2025, it was clear that the trend is real. Multiple exhibitors showcased perfumes that are anything but traditional. Instead of the usual luxury floral scents, you can now find everything from strawberry cheesecake...

UAE FinEd company KFI Global developed a new app that’s designed to change the way young people think about money. SMARTER. RICHER. BRAVER. is the world’s first Financial Identity App. Unlike traditional finance guides that focus on money management tips, this creation looks at the bigger picture: how we feel and act with money in the long run. Instead of just teaching financial skills, the app works on building a deeper financial identity. As Marilyn Pinto, founder of KFI Global, says, “Real change doesn’t start with information. It starts with identity.” The app helps young users understand their relationship with...

Dubai’s always buzzing with new spots, but The Hills is about to be something special. Opening in 2026 at Address Hotels + Resorts Montgomerie and Montgomerie Golf Club, it’s the kind of place that fills the gap between home and work. Whether you’re looking for somewhere to unwind after a hectic day or a place to meet up with friends, it has that perfect vibe. In a city that never slows down, The Hills is where you’ll go when you need to breathe. Imagine lounging in the sun, catching a game, having lunch, or just lying on a picnic blanket...

Get ready for the wildest bingo party of the year! Bongo’s Bingo is back in Dubai on November 22, 2025. This time is going to be extra special because Jonny Bongo himself is taking the reins as a host during one exclusive night! After a sell-out show in August, you know this is one you won’t want to miss. Shows hosted by Jonny are always packed with excitement and nostalgia-infused fun. He has hosted countless events across the world, from New York to Sydney to major UK festivals like Mighty Hoopla and Download. Now, he’s bringing that magic straight to...

If you thought raves were only for grown-ups, Family Beatz is here to change your mind. The daytime, family-friendly rave is back in Dubai this November, turning the dance floor into a spot where kids and parents can let loose together. Happening at Al Habtoor Polo Resort on November 23, this feel-good event mixes banging tunes (at kid-safe volumes), glitter, bubbles, and proper festival energy. Headlining the day is UK-born DJ E.M.A, who’s played at iconic festivals like Glastonbury, Parklife, and Space Ibiza. Families can also enjoy face-painting, balloon-twisting, crafts, and plenty of food and drinks. There’s even a licensed...

If you’re gearing up for Dubai Ride 2025, here’s some good news! You can join the action on two wheels without spending a dirham. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has teamed up with Careem to offer all registered participants a free bike rental during the event on November 2, 2025. Bikes are available at any of the 200+ Careem Bike stations in Dubai on a first-come, first-served basis. On the day of the ride, there will be additional pop-up locations with bikes: Entrance A: Museum of the Future (Trade Centre Street) Entrance E: Lower FCS (Financial Centre Street) If...

Online shopping is about to look very different! Visa and Mastercard are launching new AI tools that can actually shop for you. Think of it as giving AI the power to make approved purchases on your behalf. You set the limits, and it does the rest. The new tech is called 'agentic commerce,' and it’s described as the next step in smart payments. Imagine saying, “Find me the cheapest flight from Dubai to Paris for this weekend and a pair of sunglasses like Lily Collins wore in the TV series,” and within seconds your digital assistant scans and compares prices,...

The UAE is getting ready to celebrate Flag Day 2025, a moment that brings together everyone across the nation. HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Prime Minister, Vice President, and Ruler of Dubai, has invited all citizens, residents, and institutions to raise the UAE flag at 11 AM on November 3 as a symbol of pride and unity. UAE Flag Day is a reminder of the values that tie the nation together: loyalty, unity, and love for the homeland. If you plan to join the initiative, it’s important to do so with care and respect. Always make sure...