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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a set of temporary traffic diversions in Mirdif, linked to the start of construction on the Dubai Metro Blue Line. RTA encourages all road users to plan their trips in the area in advance and allow extra travel time while the diversions remain in place. The changes are part of early works for the Dubai Metro Blue Line, a major infrastructure project that will serve approximately one million residents by 2040.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by هيئة الطرق والمواصلات، دبي (@rta_dubai) Key traffic changes in...

Planning a summer trip to Italy? There’s a new direct option from the UAE that makes Rome a lot easier to reach. Air Arabia has announced a new route from Sharjah to Rome, adding a daily non-stop flight between Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO). The service starts on July 1, just in time for summer travel. The new Air Arabia flight to Italy will be operated by an Airbus A320neo, with two different departure schedules depending on the day you travel. On Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: flight departs Sharjah (SHJ) at 7:55 AM and arrives in...

DUO Gastrobar, the brainchild of chef Dmitrii Blinov and entrepreneur Aleksandr Voznesenskii, has unveiled its second location in Dubai. Nestled in the rapidly developing Creek Harbour neighborhood, this new venture promises to build on the success of the first DUO Gastrobar, known for its innovative dishes and commitment to quality. While the new location preserves DUO Gastrobar’s original concept, it introduces exclusive dishes designed specifically for Creek Harbour. The menu will refresh every quarter, ensuring a constantly evolving array of flavors.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by DUO Gastrobar UAE (@duo.uae) The first DUO...

Two big names in fashion and culture are coming to Dubai. This November, Anna Wintour and Candace Bushnell will headline the Women’s Empowerment Convention, a two-day event held at Atlantis The Royal. The event will bring together over 100 speakers across industries for two days of talks, workshops, and networking, all centred around this year’s theme: “All In: Career, Money and Life.” The programme will focus on how financial independence influences women’s lives and explore the diverse paths to achieving it.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Women’s Empowerment Council (@we.council) Speakers of Women’s...

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in partnership with Emaar Properties, has announced a large-scale expansion of the Burj Khalifa-Dubai Mall Metro Station. The upgrade aims to accommodate increasing footfall during peak periods such as New Year’s Eve, public holidays, and major national events. The expansion will involve: Wider platforms and concourses for easier movement More escalators and elevators to ease vertical circulation Separate entry and exit gates to streamline passenger flow More fare gates to reduce queuing Extended pedestrian bridges and entrances     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by هيئة الطرق والمواصلات، دبي (@rta_dubai)...

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced a temporary traffic diversion at the intersection of King Salman Street and the road leading to Dubai Harbour. The change is linked to the start of bridge construction works in the area and is set to begin on Sunday, July 13, 2025. According to the RTA, the diversion will stay in place until the construction is complete. During this period, main roads and left turns on King Salman Street will be closed for drivers coming from the Marina area heading toward Jumeirah and Dubai Harbour. To manage the flow of traffic, vehicles...

One of Dubai’s most eye-catching landmarks is about to get a makeover. Tapasake Dubai, perched 100 metres high on The Link at One&Only One Za’abeel, is temporarily closing this June for a complete revamp. When it reopens in Q4 2025, it promises a fresh take on dining, design and experience. The venue features the 120m suspended infinity pool — the longest in the UAE, and offers panoramic views stretching from the Burj Khalifa and Downtown to Zabeel Park. It’s part of The Link — the world’s longest cantilever structure — suspended between the twin towers of One Za’abeel. The redesign...

Pink Ladies Games are back in Dubai this year, and it’s shaping up to be one of the city’s most uplifting fitness events. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 8 AM to 1 PM, The Sevens Stadium will turn into a playground full of energy, laughter, and teamwork — all for a good cause. If you haven’t heard of it before, Pink Ladies Games are all about uniting women of all cultures and ages, inspiring each other, and raising awareness for breast cancer. The concept is designed to bring together women of all ages and backgrounds for a meaningful morning...

Atlantis Dubai is turning up the flavour this November with Restaurant Week - the highlight of its annual Culinary Month and one of the best weeks of the year for food lovers. Running from November 10 to 16, it’s your chance to dine at some of Dubai’s most talked-about restaurants for a fraction of the usual price. Whether you’re after something fancy or just want to try somewhere new, the line-up covers it all. Here’s the full list of participating restaurants with timings and prices: Aymana at Atlantis, The Palm (AED 195)A creative, modern menu that delivers great flavour without...

For anyone tired of long drives and endless tailbacks, the UAE is preparing a major upgrade to its road network. A new national 12-lane highway as the fourth federal route in the country is now under study. This project could completely change the daily commute for residents. The idea behind the highway is to make travel smoother and faster between key areas, easing pressure on existing routes and cutting down the hours people spend in traffic. It’s part of the country’s ongoing plan to build safer, more efficient roads for a growing population. Here's what the project will bring: 120...