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Dubai Safari Park has one of the cutest offers this May, especially if your name happens to be Salam or Salama. The park has launched a campaign inspired by its newest resident, a baby white rhino Salam. UAE residents who share the calf’s name can get complimentary Safari Bundle tickets. The young rhino was born on March 1 and his name means “peace” in Arabic. Just like any baby, Salam is still attached to his mother, but visitors can already spot him getting used to the habitat and becoming more active. White rhinos are the second-largest land mammals in the...

Choosing a career path can be stressful, especially when many people worry about picking something that may not lead to strong job opportunities later on. The newly launched UAE Skills Platform gives students, professionals, and educational institutions a clear view of which skills, jobs, and specialisations employers are looking for today. The IMF recently reported that AI could impact 40% of jobs worldwide, making career planning and skill development a bigger priority for many people. In response to changing workforce needs, the Ministry of Education and MoHRE launched UAE Skills Platform. Students can use it to: Explore suitable university specialisations...

flydubai is unlocking a new destination in North Africa. The airline has confirmed direct flights to Benghazi starting June 17, 2026. It's first time a UAE carrier offers a connection between Dubai and the Libyan city. The new route will operate three times a week between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Benina International Airport (BEN). Flight FZ1147 will leave DXB (Terminal 3) at 6:50 AM and land in Benghazi at 10:45 AM local time Flight FZ1148 will depart BEN at 11:45 AM and arrive in Dubai at 7:15 PM local time flydubai is adding more capacity ahead of the Eid...

International Museum Day is giving you a good excuse to head to Expo City this weekend. From May 16 to 18, Vision Pavilion offers free entry for everyone, making it an easy family-friendly stop if you’re planning a day out. The experience moves between desert landscapes, childhood memories, horses, nature, and Dubai’s history, all tied together through personal stories and cultural traditions. Visitors can follow the story of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum through a series of immersive spaces inspired by different stages of his life. One room brings visitors into the atmosphere of old desert life...

If dinner with live piano music sounds like your kind of night, you'll soon get a good reason to come to Jumeirah Emirates Towers. Le Piaf, the famous restaurant and piano bar from Paris, is bringing its unique and elegant atmosphere to Dubai. The big opening is scheduled for May 20. Le Piaf first opened in Paris in 2017, close to the Champs-Élysées. Piano performances, dinner, cocktails, and late-night sing-alongs became part of the experience, and now Dubai is getting a taste of a true Parisian fête. You can expect the same interiors as the original venue, with red velvet...

The FIFA World Cup always takes over everything else happening that year. Now the 2026 edition has a huge surprise for music fans too. Nobody knows yet which national teams will battle for the trophy in the final, but FIFA has just revealed who’s taking the stage for the halftime show and the lineup is massive. BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show on July 19 at New York-New Jersey Stadium. Shakira is also returning to the World Cup with brand-new music. The singer released a new FIFA anthem called Dai Dai on...

If you’ve already made a trip to Ulta Beauty at Mall of the Emirates or Dubai Mall, there’s a good chance you won’t have to cross the city for your next beauty haul much longer. The brand is preparing to open a third UAE location at Dubai Hills Mall. “Coming soon” boards have appeared on the ground floor, hinting that another branch of the American cosmetics chain is on the way. No official opening date has been confirmed yet, but the store is expected to open later this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ulta Beauty...

Parking system in some areas of Dubai is getting smarter. More than 500 kerbside and pole cameras are already active in the city, tracking entry and exit times. Drivers can already spot them in three areas in Dubai: Trade Centre 1 Burj Khalifa Al Corniche The solar-powered cameras can calculate how long a car stays parked, detect parking violations, and support automatic fee payments. The system connects with the Parkin app and Parkin Wallet, allowing drivers to manage payments directly from their phones. The network gives real-time updates, helping drivers find available spaces more easily in busy areas. In addition...

If your usual dinner plans need a little spice, here's something worth clearing your schedule for. Silk Lantern is hosting a limited-time Sri Lankan food festival packed with 10 days of regional dishes, street food favourites, and traditional desserts. From May 15, the restaurant will turn into a culinary trip through Sri Lanka, with dishes inspired by different parts of the island. The menu pulls inspiration from coastal seafood towns, spice-growing regions, royal kitchens, and family recipes passed down through generations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Silk Lantern (@silklanterndxb) Every plate focuses on the flavours Sri...

If you’ve already seen Mama B at food events around Dubai, there’s good news. The Taiwanese favourite finally has a permanent dine-in restaurant in JLT. The spot made a name for itself through pop-ups and local food events, where people lined up for handmade dumplings, comforting noodle bowls, and Taiwanese street-style dishes. Now the brand has a proper space where guests can take their time with the food instead of catching it at a one-day event. The restaurant offers the same dishes that made Mama B popular, including handmade dumplings, crispy potstickers, fluffy meat buns, crispy chicken cutlets, beef noodle...