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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...

Abu Dhabi already has plenty of places to cycle outdoors, but late 2026 will bring something completely different. Velodrome Abu Dhabi is coming to Hudayriyat Island and won't be like other cycling venues. The venue will have space for more than 3,500 spectators, along with training facilities, fitness and wellness spaces, and community cycling programmes. If you're wondering what a velodrome looks like, it's a cycling arena with a steeply banked oval track used for track cycling races. You can see an example in the image below. One detail you'll find at Velodrome Abu Dhabi that other places don't have...

The UAE has officially announced the Eid Al Fitr holiday schedule for government employees. Depending on the moon sighting, public sector workers could enjoy a long break of up to six days. Eid Al Fitr begins on Shawwal 1, marking the end of Ramadan. Since the Islamic calendar follows the moon cycle, the exact date depends on when the crescent moon is sighted. In the UAE, the moon will be observed on March 29. If it’s spotted that evening, Eid will fall on Sunday, March 30, and the public sector holiday will run from March 30 to April 1. Since...

Saudi Arabia has introduced new regulations to improve public health and create a safer commercial environment across the Kingdom. The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing has approved measures banning tobacco shops within 500 meters of mosques and schools. This decision is part of the government's ongoing efforts to regulate tobacco sales and ensure that the surrounding areas remain safe and free from the influences of smoking products. The new regulations cover all stores selling tobacco products, including cigarettes, shisha, and e-cigarettes. To operate, tobacco shops must meet certain conditions, including holding a valid commercial registration and obtaining approval from Civil...

The smell of charcoal grills and smoked beef has officially reached East Boulevard in Aljada. The Char’d Club is the newest restaurant to open in Sharjah, with steaks, burgers, smoked ribs. The restaurant puts a lot of attention on its beef selection, especially O’Connor grain-fed cuts imported from Australia. The beef is aged for 250 days before hitting the grill, so your steak arrives rich, tender, and packed with flavour. Other mouthwatering dishes you’ll probably want to see on your table at The Char’d Club: Old School Burger with a 170-gram beef patty Tomahawk steak Soy garlic galbi ribs Sichuan-glazed...

Private sector employees in Oman now have clear rules on how annual performance-based bonuses will be handled, thanks to a new decision from the Ministry of Labour. Effective from January 1 every year, Omani workers with at least six months of service at their current establishment are entitled to a periodic bonus, based on the outcome of their annual performance evaluation. The decision is part of efforts to ensure transparency and fairness in pay structures and is rooted in the country’s updated Labour Law (Royal Decree No. 53/2023). The periodic salary bonus is paid as a percentage of an employee’s...

Ever looked around your neighborhood and imagined every balcony, rooftop, and window carrying the UAE flag? With everyone joining in, that picture could be very real. On April 9, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, took to X to call on all residents to raise the UAE flag above homes and buildings across the country. “Let us raise the flag high above every home and building,” Sheikh Mohammed said, describing the flag as a sign of love for the country and loyalty to its leadership. دخلت دولة الإمارات الأزمة الأخيرة...

Need an excuse to slow down for a few days? Wellness Week Dubai returns to ICD Brookfield Place from June 8 to 14. The festival focuses on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing, with fitness classes, recovery sessions, beauty experiences, workshops, and talks. Here's the list of activities and classes you can join during Wellness Week. From Monday to Friday: Weekday Highlights All weekday classes are complimentary, but advance booking with the hosting studio is required. Ride and Reshape classes with 1REBEL Microform, RA Strength and Sculpt & Burn with Reform Athletica Ice bath and sauna experiences by Embody Fitness Complimentary...

If you can't resist cute baby animals, there's a new reason to visit SeaWorld Abu Dhabi. The park has welcomed a healthy walrus calf to the Arctic Realm, and yes, you can stop by and say hello. The newborn is the first walrus to be born in a zoological facility in the Middle East. It's a rare chance to spot one of the newest residents during its earliest days. Now you can add SeaWorld Abu Dhabi to your weekend plans and see baby and its mom Smooshi together in the Arctic Realm. The little one is already exploring the habitat,...

Fans of early 2000s pop, brace yourselves! Dubai is turning up the heat with one of the most exciting throwback acts of the year. The British girl group Sugababes is headlining the music lineup at the Emirates Dubai 7s, delivering a blast from the past with their chart-topping hits. The iconic trio will take the stage on November 30 at The Sevens Stadium. Expect a vibrant performance featuring their classic tracks like Push the Button, Round Round, and Freak Like Me. This one-night-only event will evoke memories for millennial fans eager to relive their favorite Y2K anthems.  This won’t...