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The FIFA World Cup always takes over everything else happening that year. Now the 2026 edition has a huge surprise for music fans too. Nobody knows yet which national teams will battle for the trophy in the final, but FIFA has just revealed who’s taking the stage for the halftime show and the lineup is massive. BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show on July 19 at New York-New Jersey Stadium. Shakira is also returning to the World Cup with brand-new music. The singer will release a new FIFA anthem called Dai Dai...

If you’ve already made a trip to Ulta Beauty at Mall of the Emirates or Dubai Mall, there’s a good chance you won’t have to cross the city for your next beauty haul much longer. The brand is preparing to open a third UAE location at Dubai Hills Mall. “Coming soon” boards have appeared on the ground floor, hinting that another branch of the American cosmetics chain is on the way. No official opening date has been confirmed yet, but the store is expected to open later this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ulta Beauty...

Parking system in some areas of Dubai is getting smarter. More than 500 kerbside and pole cameras are already active in the city, tracking entry and exit times. Drivers can already spot them in three areas in Dubai: Trade Centre 1 Burj Khalifa Al Corniche The solar-powered cameras can calculate how long a car stays parked, detect parking violations, and support automatic fee payments. The system connects with the Parkin app and Parkin Wallet, allowing drivers to manage payments directly from their phones. The network gives real-time updates, helping drivers find available spaces more easily in busy areas. In addition...

If your usual dinner plans need a little spice, here's something worth clearing your schedule for. Silk Lantern is hosting a limited-time Sri Lankan food festival packed with 10 days of regional dishes, street food favourites, and traditional desserts. From May 15, the restaurant will turn into a culinary trip through Sri Lanka, with dishes inspired by different parts of the island. The menu pulls inspiration from coastal seafood towns, spice-growing regions, royal kitchens, and family recipes passed down through generations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Silk Lantern (@silklanterndxb) Every plate focuses on the flavours Sri...

If you’ve already seen Mama B at food events around Dubai, there’s good news. The Taiwanese favourite finally has a permanent dine-in restaurant in JLT. The spot made a name for itself through pop-ups and local food events, where people lined up for handmade dumplings, comforting noodle bowls, and Taiwanese street-style dishes. Now the brand has a proper space where guests can take their time with the food instead of catching it at a one-day event. The restaurant offers the same dishes that made Mama B popular, including handmade dumplings, crispy potstickers, fluffy meat buns, crispy chicken cutlets, beef noodle...

There’s no better way to share the news: Jollibee is opening a new branch at City Centre Bahrain. If Chickenjoy or Yumburger regularly end up on your cravings list, you’ll soon be able to grab them at the new location. The Filipino fast food chain already has a popular address on Exhibition Avenue in Al Hoora. The City Centre Bahrain branch will soon serve the same delicious menu: Chickenjoy, Jolly Spaghetti, Yumburger, Burger Steak, French fries, buckets of chicken nuggets, and desserts. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jollibee Bahrain (@jollibee.bh) Jollibee is basically a national obsession...

Your Saturday mornings in Doha are about to look a lot different. Starting June 6, Aquarium at Old Doha Port will be hosting weekly Pilates sessions. Get ready for a quiet, relaxing morning where you can move, stretch, and ease into the weekend. And yes, in case you're wondering, the experience is ladies-only. Instead of a regular studio, you’ll be doing Pilates with views of marine life and beautiful creatures moving around you. The sessions take place every Saturday at 10 AM inside the City Gallery at the Terminal. If you're planning to join Pilates in the Aquarium, here are...

If good food with real taste and zero-waste living matter to you, Torba Market’s next pop-up belongs on your weekend plans. This Saturday, May 16, head to Qanat Quartier, The Pearl Island. It's where you'll find the pop-up happening on an actual bridge. Yes, literally! Torba Market on a bridge isn’t something you see every day, so make sure to find some time this Saturday afternoon to come by. The pop-up will be open from 5 PM to 9 PM. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Torba Market سوق تربة (@torbamarket) For one evening, the bridge will...

If you missed the giant glowing moon when it last appeared in Dubai, you’ll soon get another chance to see it. Museum of the Moon returns to the city this May, and the installation will stay on display for more than two weeks. So, if you’re in Dubai during this Eid Al Adha break, there’s plenty of time to stop by. Museum of the Moon is an art object created by UK artist Luke Jerram (on the image below) using detailed NASA imagery of the lunar surface. The glowing installation is an exact replica of the moon with all the...

Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Emirates Palace could eventually take around 5-8 minutes. And if you’re wondering how, the answer is by air. Archer Aviation has officially started testing its flying taxi in the UAE capital, bringing the seemingly futuristic idea much closer to real trips. Right now, the focus is on testing the aircraft during UAE summer weather. Before passenger flights begin, teams are checking how extreme heat affects the vehicle and cabin conditions. Meanwhile, you can check out first possible vertiport location and planned air routes in the capital. Future flights are expected to include quick...