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It's getting hotter in the UAE, and Starbucks says it's bringing clouds for summer. Luckily, they fit inside a cup. The new drinks arrive as the brand celebrates the Frappuccino's 31st birthday, with three new Cloud Frappuccino flavors joining the menu. The "cloud" comes from a new topping that replaces the classic whipped cream with a thick layer of airy flavored cold foam. You can try the new drink in one these flavors: Caramel Mocha Strawberry Matcha Brown Sugar Love a seasonal drink trend? Don't miss Dubai's best ube lattes and the Flame Tree-inspired café creations taking over menus this...

Three of Meta's biggest apps are getting upgrades. Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp now have Plus subscription plans with extra features and customisation options. Let's take a look at what each plan offers and how much it costs. Instagram Plus and Facebook Plus: Features and Price Instagram remains one of Meta's most popular apps, and the company is putting most of the new features there. So, what do you get if you decide to upgrade your account? Story rewatch statistics Stories that stay up longer than 24 hours Posting to profiles and highlights without appearing in followers' feeds Super Heart animated...

Summer in Abu Dhabi usually means one thing: finding creative ways to stay active indoors. Luckily, one of the city's biggest indoor sports events is making a comeback. Abu Dhabi Summer Sports 2026 returns to ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi from June 6 until August 23, filling the venue with games, workouts, competitions, and family activities. You'll get access to 52 courts and activity zones, where you can play everything from football and basketball to archery, judo, chess, and obstacle course challenges. Not enough of a challenge? Spartan Indoor Race is back in Abu Dhabi this June. If you're in the...

You’ve probably heard the phrase “once in a blue moon.” On May 31, you can actually see one in the UAE. A rare Blue Moon is about to make an appearance over the UAE this weekend. Your first chance to catch it will be on the evening of May 30. Peak illumination arrives on May 31 at 3:45 AM, during the night from Saturday to Sunday. If you're hoping for a moon in shades of blue, you may be a little disappointed. The name has nothing to do with its appearance. It refers to how rarely the phenomenon occurs, which...

If saying no to Italian food has never been your thing, Abu Dhabi just gave you another challenge. The team behind Antonia has launched Umbe, a family-run, delivery-only focaccia shop bringing loaded Italian sandwiches straight to your door. Delivery is available in Yas Island and Al Maryah Island. One look at the menu and you'll change your mind over and over again: La Milanese with crispy chicken cutlet, veal ham, and pesto La Calabrese with spicy Calabrian salame and potato cream Il Piccante with pastrami and spicy beef salami L'Ortolano with grilled vegetables, basil hummus, and artichoke cream View this...

A photo goes viral, everyone starts sharing it, and a few hours later people realise it was fake. AI-edited images and videos can spread misinformation, damage reputations, and create panic very quickly. Manipulated content is getting much harder to spot with the naked eye, but a young UAE researcher may have found a solution. During her master’s studies at Zayed University, Bashayer Al Salami spent time researching digital threats and AI manipulation online. The research later turned into Deepy, a platform that checks uploaded photos, videos, and audio clips and tells users whether the content may have been artificially altered....

Residents in Al Khan now have a new place for evening walks, football games, and letting the kids burn energy close to home. Sharjah Municipality has officially opened a huge family park in this community of Sharjah. Al Khan Park was completed in less than a month, which is pretty impressive considering how much landscaping and how many facilities were added in that time. The park covers 5,000 sqm and includes a football field, a children’s play area, seating zones, and internal walkways. Around 60% of the park are covered with green grass and landscaped areas, so there’s plenty of...

If your food delivery app already knows your Rosa’s Thai order by heart, there’s good news: you can finally visit the restaurant in Abu Dhabi instead of waiting for the rider to arrive. Rosa’s Thai has officially opened its first location at The Galleria on Al Maryah Island. The menu includes all the sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavours Thai food is known for. Come try their signature Pad Thai, Thai curries, wok dishes, noodles, salads, and desserts. And if you're craving a sweet refreshment after a shopping day, the selection of bubble teas might steal your heart. View this...

If Eid Al Adha for your parents meant spending the whole day moving between relatives’ houses, Gen Z in the UAE probably has a slightly different schedule planned. Right before New Year, we wrote about young people in the UAE choosing concerts, travel, and experiences over traditional gifts. Eid Al Adha now seems to be getting its own Gen Z update too. Let’s take a look at how they are spending the Eid break. Eid prayers, Eidiya, family lunch, and the morning house visits still happen first in a lot of UAE homes. Nobody’s skipping that part. But a lot...

If getting some movement into your day is on the agenda, Green Belt Ladies Park has something new to check out. Sharjah City Municipality has opened a 1.8km rubber track around the perimeter of the park, complete with eco-friendly lighting and greenery lining the route. Whether you prefer early morning jogs, evening walks with family, or just some time outdoors, don’t hesitate to check it out. View this post on Instagram A post shared by الشارقة للأخبار (@sharjahnews) The track’s surface meets international standards and feels comfortable to walk or jog on, so don’t be surprised if Green Belt Ladies...