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Qiddiya City is taking another big step toward becoming a global hub for sports and entertainment. In a newly announced global partnership with the Faldo Series, the city has revealed plans for an 18-hole championship golf course, designed by six-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo. The course is expected to open in 2026 and is part of Qiddiya’s strategy to support sporting development in Saudi Arabia, particularly among youth. The partnership with the Faldo Series — a well-known international platform for young golf talent — reflects the Kingdom’s continued investment in grassroots sports under Vision 2030. The upcoming course won’t...

Though it opened only last year, Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi is already basking in global recognition. The latest accolade? It’s been named one of the world’s most beautiful museums for 2026 by Prix Versailles. It’s the only Middle Eastern institution to make the list this year, joining museums from China, Japan, Lithuania, Uzbekistan, and the United States. Prix Versailles, an annual award presented at UNESCO's headquarters in Paris, recognizes exceptional architecture in various categories, including museums, airports, hotels, and campuses. Earlier this year, Zayed National Museum was also featured in TIME’s World’s Greatest Places for 2026. If you’re...

Dubai is set to welcome one of the biggest names in hip-hop this October. Lil Baby, the Grammy-winning rapper, singer, and songwriter, will take the stage at Coca-Cola Arena on October 18 for what promises to be a major night in the city’s live music calendar. The performance is part of his global ‘Who Hard As Me’ world tour, which kicks off in Houston this August. From there, Lil Baby will travel across cities in Germany, France, Belgium, the UK, Australia, and more, before arriving in the UAE for his Dubai debut.     View this post on Instagram  ...

Your next drive in the city could be much shorter, especially if you’re heading to Dubai Harbour. RTA has confirmed that 90% of construction work on the new Dubai Harbour Bridge is complete, with the first phrase opening this month. The opening will happen in two stages: June 2026: the new bridge opens for traffic from Sheikh Zayed Road towards Dubai Harbour, from both Deira and Jebel Ali July 2026: traffic opens from Dubai Harbour towards Al Naseem Street, and from the new bridge towards the intersection of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street and Al Naseem Street The...

If you’ve ever tried to book a table at Orfali Bros, you already know it’s not the easiest reservation to land. Now there’s a new reason to try again, or finally see what the place is all about. The restaurant has introduced a 7-course tasting menu that goes back to the dishes that built the restaurant’s reputation. Here’s what’s included in the OG tasting menu: Corn Bomb Guess What? Umami Eclair Roots Aleppo Street Bun Orfali Bayaldi ORF Labaniyeh View this post on Instagram A post shared by @orfalibros The experience costs AED 350 per person. If you want to...

Several countries are stepping up to protect young players from harmful content in online games, taking measures to make digital spaces safer and more responsible. In line with this trend, Roblox has blocked over 300,000 games in Saudi Arabia after reaching an agreement with the Kingdom’s General Authority for Media Regulation. The move targets games that could encourage inappropriate behaviour and aims to safeguard children while keeping the platform aligned with local culture. Roblox has temporarily paused the “Social Gathering Games” category in Saudi Arabia and turned off text and voice chat while it develops new moderation tools in Arabic....

A new hand roll bar is heading to the city, and fans of Nikkei cuisine may want to add it to their dining list: Akiro Dubai. Expect hand rolls served straight across the counter, sashimi, nigiri, and Nikkei dishes inspired by the OG restaurants in Spain. The centre of experience is the hand roll counter. Every seat faces the chefs, so guests can watch each dish being prepared in front of them. Beyond the hand rolls, the menu at Akiro Dubai will feature many Nikkei dishes: tuna tiradito, katsu sando, sashimi, and nigiri. This type of cuisine originated in Peru,...

If you haven’t checked it out yet, the Skyblaze Fountain at Atlantis The Royal is now lighting up Dubai’s waterfront with a free show every evening. Expect water jets, fire bursts, lights, and mist moving in sync. The show runs from 7 PM to midnight, with performances every half hour. The soundtrack, Diamond in the Desert, was created exclusively for this show by Hans Zimmer — the composer behind some of Hollywood’s biggest films, from The Lion King and The Dark Knight to Dune and Gladiator. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Atlantis The Royal (@atlantistheroyal) If...

Some Indian travellers to Malaysia have recently faced issues at the airport, despite the country’s policy of offering visa-free entry to Indian passport holders. Several individuals have been refused entry due to being placed on a 'Not to Land' (NTL) notice list. The incidents have raised some confusion around the 30-day visa-free entry scheme Malaysia introduced for Indian nationals earlier this year. In response to this situation, the High Commission of India in Kuala Lumpur issued an advisory to clarify the 30-day visa-free entry rules. The Commission noted that many travellers misunderstood the policy, assuming it allowed for employment in...

Blippi is making his way to Bahrain for two days of fun-filled learning and excitement. The well-known children’s entertainer will appear for a meet-and-greet experience on July 27 and 28 as part of the Bahrain Summer Toy Festival, now in its second season. Held at one of the biggest kid-focused events in the Kingdom, the festival is designed to spark curiosity and creativity through hands-on activities and stage shows. This year’s highlight is the arrival of Blippi, known for his playful way of introducing young audiences to the world around them.     View this post on Instagram   A...