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Are you ready to lose yourself… to carbs? Eminem's famous Mom’s Spaghetti pop-up restaurant is making its Middle Eastern debut at the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix from December 5-8, offering fans a chance to enjoy this Detroit-born culinary sensation while soaking in the F1 atmosphere. This unique dining experience celebrates Eminem’s Detroit roots and is brought to the UAE thanks to a collaboration between Shady Records and Global Venture Partners (GVP). Attendees can savor the rapper’s signature pasta dishes before the pop-up heads to Riyadh's Soundstorm Festival from December 12-14. But that's not all! Prepare to explore Fort...

Dubai’s man-made coastline keeps growing. Alongside Palm Jumeirah, The World Islands, and the soon-to-launch Palm Jebel Ali, the city is adding a new name to the list: Naïa Island. The project is developed by Shamal Holding and will be built just off Jumeirah Beach, between Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah 3. Naïa Island will include low-rise buildings only, so views of the city’s skyline will stay visible from across the island. Early visuals show a focus on green landscapes, open space, and unobstructed sea views. One of the key components of the development is the arrival of the region’s first Cheval...

Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry has introduced a new regulation that will affect businesses across the country. Starting from August 18, 2025, most commercial and industrial establishments will be required to close for 90 minutes during Friday prayers. This closure is mandatory for most commercial and industrial establishments. The decision, announced in the country’s Official Gazette, was made by Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, the Minister of Commerce and Industry. The Ministry has stated that the new rule is meant to serve the public interest and support the well-being of society. The regulation encourages alignment with...

Dubai is set to host the world’s most iconic chocolate event once again. Salon du Chocolat et de la Patisserie returns for its fourth Dubai edition from September 30 to October 2, welcoming chocolate lovers to Madinat Jumeirah for three days of tastings, demos, and industry showcases. The event is part of Dubai’s growing cultural and culinary calendar, and this year it’s expected to attract over 7,000 visitors.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie ME (@salonduchocolatme) Founded in Paris nearly 30 years ago, Salon du Chocolat has...

Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s dining scene is no stranger to global recognition, and the latest MENA’s Top 50 Restaurants list proves it. If you're a food lover, you’ll be pleased to know that many of the region’s best dining spots are right here in the UAE. Let’s take a look at the standouts that made the list in 2026. MENA’s Top Restaurants in Dubai for 2026 Dubai is clearly dominating, with seven dining spots mentioned in the top 10: Kinoya (2) Trèsind Studio (3) Orfali bros (4) Surfet Maryam (7) Jun’s (8) Manao (9) Moonrise (10) It’s no surprise that...

The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert has added a new dining concept to its luxury offerings — Gobi Restaurant. This new spot brings a creative approach to Asian cuisine, right in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah’s scenic desert. Drawing inspiration from five Chinese elements — wood, fire, earth, metal, and water — the menu is designed to take diners on a multi-sensory culinary journey. Each dish is crafted to reflect the harmony of flavours and ingredients, from fiery spices and earthy textures to fresh, water-inspired components.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared...

Discord is making some important changes starting in March 2026, and if you're a regular user, you’ll want to know about it. The platform is introducing age verification that will affect both new sign-ups and existing accounts. From March, Discord will automatically apply age-appropriate safety settings to all accounts. This means sensitive content will be blurred unless you verify that you’re an adult. Also, messages from people you don't know will go to requests instead of a mailbox. The idea is to keep younger users safe from inappropriate content while allowing older users to access everything they want on the...

Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Passports (Jawazat) has introduced a new policy that allows individuals with expired visit visas to extend their stay for final departure — a move aimed at regulating residency and simplifying the exit process for those who have overstayed their visas. The new initiative came into effect on 1 Muharram 1447 AH (June 26, 2025). It grants a 30-day grace period to all types of visit visa holders whose visas have expired. The extension is strictly for the purpose of final departure and does not permit any further stay or employment in the Kingdom. To make...

The UAE government has announced the official working hours for federal employees during Ramadan 2025. Public sector offices will operate on a shorter schedule to accommodate the holy month. According to a circular issued by the Federal Authority for Government Human Resources (FAHR), federal ministries and authorities will work from 9 AM to 2:30 PM from Monday to Thursday, while on Fridays, the hours will be from 9 AM to 12 PM. The circular also allows for flexibility — ministries and government offices can introduce remote work or adjustable schedules where necessary, as long as they stay within the set...

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced free bus services for Easter, making it easier for residents to attend church services across the city. From Friday, April 18 to Sunday, April 20, buses will operate free of charge between Energy Metro Station and the Churches Complex in Jebel Ali. These services will run daily from 8 AM to 8 PM. Additionally, those heading to Easter gatherings in Oud Metha can use the Dubai Metro. From Oud Metha Station, the church venues are just a short walk away. The RTA shared the update on its official X (formerly Twitter) account,...