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Saudi National Day 2025 is almost here, and the skies are in for a real treat. This year’s celebrations will light up Riyadh, Jeddah, and Khobar with stunning air shows that promise colors, formations, and plenty of moments that will make you pause mid-air selfie. Falling on Tuesday, September 23, the holiday gives you a perfect mid-week break to join in the fun. The theme this year, “Pride in our nature,” sets the tone for a festive spectacle you won’t want to miss. In Riyadh, head northwest of Sultan bin Abdulaziz Humanitarian City for the action: Training show on September...

If you’re looking for a day full of adrenaline, challenges, and a ton of fun, mark your calendars for Arabian Warrior. The obstacle course racing is making a comeback to Dubai Festival City on November 15. Pick your race and get ready to hit the start line. This event welcomes everyone, from those just wanting a fun run with friends to athletes ready to go all out at the Pro or League level. You can enter as an individual or team up with friends, family, or colleagues for a day to remember. View this post on Instagram A post shared...

Dubai’s food scene never takes a break, and the newest spot turning heads is Papagalos. Nestled in the brand-new Mileo Hotel on Palm Jumeirah’s West Beach, this seaside hangout promises open-air vibe and a relaxed, stylish atmosphere. Papagalos – which means parrot in Greek – is all about playful Mediterranean charm. Seafood takes centre stage, with highlights like Fritto Misto and Seabass Ceviche. Mezze fans won’t be disappointed either, with Hummus, Tzatziki, and other classics ready to circulate the table. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Papagalos Restaurant | Dubai (@papagalos.dubai) The plan is to keep the...

Get ready, Dubai food lovers, because a fresh new dining spot is heading to the city. Sobremesa, a Mexican-Spanish fusion restaurant, is set to open next month in Souk Al Bahar, bringing modern gourmet plates, lively cocktails, and a relaxed post-meal vibe. Sobremesa takes its name from a beloved Latin tradition – the time spent chatting and laughing once the plates are cleared. Think of it as a Spanish-style ritual where meals don’t end when the food is gone, but when the conversation (and tequila or mezcal) winds down. So, don’t rush off after your main course – stick around...

Food lovers, mark your calendars for November 21-23, as the MICHELIN Guide Food Festival is making its much-anticipated return to Abu Dhabi. This year’s festival will again take place at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental and is set to be a highlight of the Abu Dhabi Culinary Season. With 20 MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants from around the globe, this three-day culinary journey promises an unforgettable experience. MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025: What To Expect The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025 is back with more flavor, flair, and fun than ever before. This year’s edition will bring together an incredible lineup of MICHELIN-starred...

Dubai fitness fans, get ready for something truly unique this September! GymNation is throwing a 24-hour fitness marathon at its brand-new Motor City branch on September 20-21, and it’s open to everyone for free. Whether you’re a night owl, early riser, or just want to squeeze in a class between work and errands, there’s something for you every hour on the hour. From high-energy sessions like body combat, Zumba, dance, and strength training, to more chilled-out options like sunrise yoga at 5 AM, the schedule is packed with variety. You can join classes like Les Mills, Bodyattack, Bodypump, HYROX, and...

As soon as September rolls in, the Halloween vibes start floating through the air like an autumn breeze, and this year, Bahrain is about to feel it stronger than ever with the arrival of Horror Fest. On October 8th, Out of the Box Events is bringing spine-tingling thrills, haunted experiences, and non-stop entertainment to Exhibition World, Hall 5, turning it into a full-on festival of fright. What To Expect Horror Fest isn’t just another Halloween party, it’s an immersive experience designed to keep you on edge from the moment you step inside. Expect themed haunted zones, creepy characters, and jaw-dropping...

Carrefour has officially closed its doors in Bahrain and Kuwait, bringing an end to decades of service in these countries. The French retail giant thanked customers for their loyalty and support over the years, celebrating the many memories made along the way. This isn’t the first time Carrefour has exited a Gulf market – earlier this year, it also stopped operations in Oman. However, in Oman, the closure paved the way for something new: Dubai’s Majid Al Futtaim Group, which owned and managed Carrefour there, launched a new grocery brand called HyperMax. Carrefour continues to be a firm favourite in...

Talabat has now resumed its operations in Qatar. The platform had been temporarily suspended by Qatar’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry for one week, following concerns that some listings contained inaccurate or misleading information, which reportedly caused confusion and payments without guaranteed service. The platform is reassuring users that it has implemented new measures to ensure that inaccurate or misleading listings do not happen again. Last week, on September 10, Talabat was found to have breached Articles 7 and 11 of Law No. 8 of 2008 on Consumer Protection, along with its executive regulations. For residents and visitors, it’s worth...

Saudi boxing fans had plenty to celebrate last Saturday night as their own Mohammed Alakel made impressive debut on the global stage during the “fight of the century” featuring Saul “Canelo” Alvarez vs Terence Crawford. The 21-year-old debutant kicked things off in the lightweight division with a strong performance, earning a unanimous-decision win over American Travis Crawford after ten intense rounds. Alakel, nicknamed “Mighty,” took on the U.S. crowd for the first time in his 11-month pro career and didn’t disappoint. The judges scored the fight 99-91, 99-91, and 98-92 in his favour, and the CompuBox stats tell the full...