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If you were planning a special dinner at Atlantis Dubai and had a specific spot in mind, it’s worth checking this list first. Several restaurants are currently paused at Atlantis The Palm and Atlantis The Royal. There's no confirmed reopening date for any venue yet. Here’s a quick look before you think of making a reservation. What’s Closed and Open at Atlantis The Royal Currently closed: La Mar by Gastón Acurio Dinner by Heston Blumenthal Ling Ling Cloud 22, the infinity pool and rooftop bar, is also not open at the moment. You can still book a table at CARBONE...

Looking for something to do this weekend (April 24-26)? Bahrain offers you plenty of active, creative, and high-energy plans from Friday to Sunday. Head out with friends, plan something with the kids, or just show up on your own and see where the day takes you. 1. Paint and Watch The Devil Wears Prada A casual Friday night with painting and a movie screening. Bring your friends, settle in, and paint while The Devil Wears Prada plays. Save the date: April 24 at 7 PM All details via @passionart.bh 2. Catch an Open Acoustic Music Night An acoustic Saturday night...

Exciting news for university students in the UAE! Thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between the UAE government and Google, all university students in the country can now enjoy a one-year free subscription to Gemini Pro. This initiative is a game-changer, giving students access to some of the most powerful generative AI tools available today. If you’re a student aged 18 or older, you have until December 9, 2025, to sign up for the free Gemini Pro subscription using your personal email. That’s a full year of AI-powered tools at your fingertips, free of charge! The idea behind this initiative is...

Need a place to stay active this summer? Dubai Sports World 2026 returns for 2 months and will take place from June 19 to August 25. As usual, you can head to Dubai World Trade Centre to enjoy sports courts, fitness, academies, summer camps, and family activities. Whether you want a football match with friends, a padel session after work, a workout, or somewhere for the kids to stay busy during the holidays, there is plenty to choose from. Let's dive into the 16th edition of Dubai Sports World and all the offers! Sports You Can Play Enjoy all your...

If you’ve ever gone to one supermarket and wondered if the same items cost less somewhere else, you can now check in advance. A new website lets you compare prices on everyday items at different UAE retailers before shopping: Essential Goods Prices Platform, introduced by the UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism. You can already find more than 30 essential items, including the basics most people buy every week: Cooking oils Eggs Dairy products Rice and sugar Bread Meat, poultry, and fish Fruits and vegetables Prices are updated daily using data from participating supermarkets. You can check the same items...

If you’re used to parking in Mohamed Bin Zayed City, take note of what’s changing this week. From May 6, paid parking will apply in commercial sectors ME9 and ME12 in MBZ City. The two zones have more than 10,000 parking spaces in total, including designated spaces for People of Determination. Last month, paid parking was introduced across several other commercial sectors and villa areas in MBZ City. The standard fee is AED 2/hour. Payment can be made through Darb or Tamm apps, by SMS, or at machines installed in the area. Another change for drivers in Abu Dhabi also...

If you need a recipe for a rainy day, we’ve got four. These comfort dishes, loved by k-pop idols like BTS’s Jin, BLACKPINK’s Jennie, Hwasa, and EXO’s Chanyeol, are all easy to make, if you’re not much of a cook. Want to try what your favourite celebrity eats when they’re after a little comfort? Here are the recipes. BTS’s Jin and his go-to Spicy Noodle Soup Try Janchi Guksu when you want something spicy and simple. You’ll be working with thin noodles, a few vegetables like onion, zucchini, and carrot, plus some anchovies and kelp for the broth. Nothing complicated,...

How do you make dinner in Dubai a little more memorable? Pair good food with outstanding views. A new Indian dining spot has landed in DIFC, and it comes with Burj Khalifa right outside the window. Nazaara has recently opened at Emirates Financial Towers, and it's the best spot to try contemporary Indian cuisine. The name translates into English as "views", and the best views in the city will actually be yours while you dine. While the glowing Burj Khalifa can be distracting, the food will pull your focus back. Expect tandoor-cooked dishes, rich gravies, fragrant rice preparations and bold...

Dubai is about to host one of the most anticipated EDM events of the year, and it’s unlike anything you’ve seen before. Tiesto is coming to the city for an intimate gig at Be Beach Dubai on January 22. No big stages or massive crowds: just a few lucky fans, the music, and the incredible atmosphere of Dubai Harbour. This is a one-night-only chance to catch Tiesto up close, something not everyone gets to experience. About Tiesto Often called "Godfather of EDM," the Dutch DJ has been at the top of the game for over 20 years; and he’s still...

Formula Run is back at Ferrari World Yas Island this Sunday, June 15, and it’s more than just another early-morning race. Now in celebration of the park’s 15th anniversary, this year’s edition features updated race formats and a distinctive route through one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic destinations. Participants will run along an indoor air-conditioned track that winds through Ferrari World’s landmark attractions, stretches into Yas Mall, and returns via the Italian Village. The event offers three distance options: 2.5 km 5 km 10 km All runners will receive a custom medal and limited-edition Formula Run T-shirt. Check-in starts at...