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In times when a bit of extra kindness can go a long way, small actions can make a big difference. Uber is currently running a good initiative that doubles your tip for taxi driver rides in the UAE, and it’s available until end of March. When you leave a tip of AED 10 or more after your trip, and Uber matches it. Your driver receives twice the amount, while you pay exactly what you chose. It’s an easy way to offer a bit more support. For many drivers, tips are an important part of their daily income, so having them...

Cinema nights are great, but they can feel a bit predictable. You book, grab snacks, watch the film, and head out. It works, but it doesn’t always feel like much of an occasion. Cinemacity Starlight is a new place to watch films at Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi, and it changes that routine a little. You still get the core of it: the cinema features nine screens, including a large theatre with 500 seats. But the pace around it is different. Instead of standing around before your screening, there are cozy areas where you can sit, talk, and ease into...

September in Abu Dhabi is going to be wild, and we’re not talking about the usual rush. The biggest pop culture event in the region, Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2026, is coming. If you’ve got anything planned for September 11-13, it’s time to cancel, because this year’s festival will hit another level. Celebrity guests, epic workshops, insane gaming setups, and of course, cosplay: you won’t want to miss it. Tickets to Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2026 If you don’t need a full rundown of the festival, let’s cut to the chase: tickets are now available! You can grab a 1-day...

If you’re planning a fun day in Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld has something new waiting for you. On April 4, the park opens 11 new rides, including the tallest waterslide in the country. And it's the one you’ll probably head to straight away. The new star of the park, and easily one of the boldest water attractions in the UAE, Matamir’s Drop starts over 40m above the ground. It’s the kind of slide that gives you a brief “wait, should I?” moment… and then you’re already dropping for over 200m. Matamir’s Drop might get all the attention at first, but...

A new global ranking is out, and it's another positive update for everyone calling the UAE home. TheWorld Happiness Report 2026 named the UAE the happiest country in the Arab world. It also ranks 21stglobally, ahead of the US (23rd) and the UK (29th). Several key factors are taken into account: social support GDP per capita healthy life expectancy freedom to make life choices generosity perceptions of corruption The result is also based on how people evaluate their own lives, not just economic indicators. Residents in the UAE reported more positive emotions than negative ones, pointing to a generally balanced...

If you drive in and out of Al Reem Island, getting around just became a lot easier. Abu Dhabi has openedtwo new bridges that connect the island directly to Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway (E-12). Theirmutual capacity reaches up to 7,200 vehicles/hour, and travel time can be reduced by up to 15 minutesduring peak hours. The new connection reduces pressure on Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street and Mina Road, which are oftencongested. Check out the official map with two new bridges added. A separate bridge is dedicated to freight vehicles, allowing trucks to make a U-turn between Zayed Portand Saadiyat Island...

If you were planning to visit the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi but didn't get around to it, you'vestill got time. The festival stays open until April 5, so you can fit it into your plans without rushing. Here are just a few curious things you'll find inside: bumper cars, a Dinosaur Park, a Haunted House, aHouse of Mirrors, a bowling zone, an electronic gaming hall, and an ice-skating rink. There's also a ponyride for kids, a rope maze, and the Stellar zone with digital experiences like a flying cinema. View this post on Instagram A post shared by...

Have you been using Instagram's end-to-end encrypted messaging feature? Well, it’s time to say goodbye. Meta recently announced that it will no longer support this feature starting May 8, 2026. End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and receiver can read the content of their messages. So, when this was enabled on Instagram, Meta couldn’t access your conversations. According to Meta spokesperson Dina El-Kassaby Luce, the feature didn’t get enough use, that's why it's being removed. Starting May 8, Instagram will return to its standard encryption model, where the platform can access data if needed. Before this date, Meta will...

If you've already seen countless reviews about Starlink and were eager to try out this satellite internet service from Elon Musk’s SpaceX, good news! It’s now officially available in the UAE. This new service promises to provide faster internet, especially for areas where traditional connections may fall short. Starlink operates using a network of low-Earth orbit satellites, which are positioned much closer to the Earth than traditional satellites. This setup allows for lower latency and faster speeds, making it an attractive alternative to many other internet options. Starlink plans in the UAE currently include: Residential Lite from AED 230/month Residential...

There’s nothing quite like a good story to brighten your day and give you that cozy, comforting feeling. Whether you're looking to unwind after a long day or need a little emotional lift, these 10 feel-good audiobooks will wrap you in warmth and leave you with a smile. So, grab your headphones, press play, and let these books take you some place good. All of the mentioned audiobooks are available on Audible. 1. Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt This debut novel is a delightful mix of humor and heart. The story follows a 70-something woman who befriends a...