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If you’ve ever hesitated before asking an AI assistant something personal, WhatsApp is about to release a new feature that might make those chats feel a lot more comfortable. Incognito Chat is a new private mode for AI conversations on WhatsApp and Meta AI app. The feature focuses on privacy, especially for people using AI for sensitive topics like finances, health questions, work issues, or personal decisions. According to Meta, conversations inside Incognito Chat stay completely private. The company says nobody else can view the chats, including the company itself. Messages are not stored, and chats disappear automatically by default....

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...

Don’t be too surprised if a driverless shuttle pulls up next to you on Al Marjan Island. Ras Al Khaimah is already testing robotaxis and robobuses in real traffic, with autonomous vehicles moving around hotels, public spaces, and tourist spots as part of ongoing trials. The self-driving vehicles have already covered more than 16,000 km during day and night testing on the island. For now, it's still in the trial phase, where engineers monitor how the vehicles handle real driving situations. Also in RAK: Uber is coming to the emirate soon with taxi and limousine rides. With big openings on...

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...