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Driving between Sharjah and Dubai? There will be changes to your route on Al Taawun Street starting June 13. Road works in the area will bring a temporary partial closure, but Sharjah RTA has already prepared alternative routes for drivers. Check the map of the affected area below to see the updated traffic flow and diversion routes. Here's how traffic will be redirected: Towards Dubai or Al Nahda Bridge: you'll be routed through Al Corniche Street From Al Nahda Bridge towards Sharjah: you'll be directed to the newly developed Al Taawun Street Roadworks aren’t the only thing starting this weekend....

Riyadh Metro is now offering 50% off regular ticket prices for several categories of passengers. For reference, a 2-hour pass on Riyadh Metro costs SAR 4 in standard class and SAR 10 in first class. The discounted fare is available for: Students aged 6 to 18 (children under 6 travel for free) University students Senior citizens aged 60 and above People with disabilities + one companion Cancer patients + one companion First-degree relatives of martyrs A discounted ticket is always nice. An unexpected fine, not so much. Check out 10 Riyadh Metro fines you need to know about. Since launching,...

There's a good reason to make room on your bookshelf before this weekend. There’s a three-day book sale happening in Dubai, with prices starting from just AED 1. Head to Bookends on any day between June 13 and 15 for your treasure hunt. There will be over 1,000 second-hand books to browse, so expect plenty of choice. Bestsellers, fiction, biographies, children's books, cookbooks, and plenty of hidden gems will all be part of the sale. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Preloved Bookstore (@bookendsae) Planning to visit? Here's what you need to know about Bookends weekend sale:...

If cherry desserts are on your mood board, there's a new limited-edition collab to check out in Dubai and Sharjah. Burberry Beauty has teamed up with Crème UAE for an experience inspired by Burberry Her Parfum. Only this June, you can stop by selected Crème locations in both cities and try a limited-edition menu inspired by the cherry, amber, and vanilla notes: a Cherry & Double Chocolate Cookie and a Cherry Chocolate Drink. Every purchase comes with gifts: One special treat = 5 ml Burberry Her Parfum sample Cookie + drink = 5 ml Burberry Her Parfum sample and body...

Getting a tourist visa in just 2 days? Sounds like a dream! But if Dubai is on your travel list, it could be reality. A single-entry UAE tourist visa can now be approved within 48 working hours. Here's how to apply and what to prepare. The following documents are required: Personal photograph Copy of a valid passport National identity card, if you have any You can apply through an accredited tour office. Once the documents are submitted, the visa is expected to be approved within 48 working hours. The single-entry UAE tourist visa is valid for 30 or 60 days....

Planning a summer trip from Kuwait? Jazeera Airways just made Europe a lot more tempting, and a lot more affordable. The airline has launched a limited-time summer sale with 50% off fares to several destinations. You can use the offer on direct flights from Kuwait to: EU destinations: Budapest (Hungary), Krakow (Poland), Larnaca (Cyprus), Milan Bergamo (Italy), and Prague (Czech Republic). Other destinations: Antalya and Trabzon (Turkey), Batumi (Georgia), London Luton (UK), Sarajevo (Bosnia and Herzegovina), Sochi (Russia), and Tivat (Montenegro). How to book a discounted flight? Pick your destination for travel between June 10 and July 31, 2026 Make...

Planning a bus trip from the UAE to Oman? Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority has revised the schedule for Intercity Bus Route 203, which connects Sharjah with Sohar and Muscat. You can now choose from 3 departure times. Buses from Sharjah (Al Jubail Bus Station) to Muscat now depart at: 6:30 AM 3:30 PM 8:30 PM Travelling to Oman this summer? Check out our guide to Water Activities in Oman and find the best snorkeling, diving and sea adventures. For the return journey from Oman to the UAE, buses depart at the following times. From Sohar to Sharjah: 7 AM...

The condition of your skin or hair raising a few questions lately? We all get those “should I check this?” moments, and in Bahrain, you can get your answers this weekend. Head to Marassi Galleria from June 11 to 13 for the Love Your Skin 2 event. There, you can speak to dermatology specialists for free and ask about skin, hair, and nail concerns, from breakouts and irritated skin to hair loss, pigmentation, allergies, eczema, psoriasis, and nail issues. Love Your Skin 2 at Marassi Galleria this June can also bring answers to the questions: what treatment may help and...

Trying to choose between two products at the grocery shelf? In Abu Dhabi, one scan can now make the decision a lot easier. Using the TAMM app, you can scan Nutri-Mark labels and instantly see details about the food you are buying. The result will show the product’s nutrition grade, key nutritional information, consumption guidance, and alerts for sensitive groups, including children and people with diabetes. Abu Dhabi has also been paying closer attention to what people see and choose when it comes to food. Earlier this year, the emirate banned ads for unhealthy food and drinks in outdoor spaces....

Got clothes in your wardrobe that deserve a better day out? Impulse buys that don’t really feel like you? Bring them all to a clothing swap event in Bahrain this week and exchange for something that actually wins your heart. One day only, on June 11, you get the chance to refresh your wardrobe without spending money. Bring the clothes you’re ready to let go of, trade them for tokens, and use those tokens to hunt for something that feels more like you. Here's how the token system works: 1 token = t-shirts, basic tops, caps, hats, small accessories 4...