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The red carpets are rolling out in Cannes this week, and Louvre Abu Dhabi is bringing the same mood to the UAE capital with five special screenings. From May 12 to 16, you can watch internationally recognised films selected from the Festival de Cannes archive on the big screen. The lineup of this edition includes modern book adaptation, emotional dramas from Japan, restored Arab classics, and contemporary animation. The five-day programme gives you plenty of options, whether you want to catch a film with friends, take the kids out or just enjoy a quiet solo cinema night. Here’s the full...

Parking in DAMAC Hills now comes with a fee after Parkin introduced a new paid parking zone in the community under Code 676H. Drivers visiting the neighbourhood will now see signboards marking the designated areas. Charges apply from Monday to Saturday between 8 AM and 10 PM. Here’s the full parking rate breakdown for Zone 676H: 30 minutes = AED 2 1 hour = AED 4 2 hours = AED 8 3 hours = AED 12 Frequent visitors and residents of DAMAC Hills can apply for a subscription. Prices for Zone 676H are: 1 month = AED 300 3 months...

Anyone who drives through Downtown Dubai knows how packed the roads can get. A new bridge, opened as part of the Dubai World Trade Centre Roundabout Development Project, can now make the drive a lot quicker. The bridge carries outbound traffic from Al Bada’a toward 2nd of December Street, with direct connections to Sheikh Rashid Street and Al Mustaqbal Street. Check its location on the map below. While the 500-metre bridge near DIFC may look like a small addition, its impact on daily traffic is huge: Capacity:1,200 vehicles per hour Travel time drop: 75% (2 minutes instead of 8) Back...

There's a new beachfront stay on Sharjah’s east coast. Khorfakkan Resort has officially opened on Khorfakkan Beach, and if you're craving sea views, mountain scenery, and direct beach access, this is the place to book. Guests staying here will be close to some of the city’s best-known landmarks, including the Khorfakkan Amphitheatre, the nearby waterfall, and the seafront promenade. Khorfakkan Resort includes 573 residences, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to four-bedroom units and featuring large living spaces and coastal views. Guests and residents have access to outdoor pools, fitness areas, children’s spaces, landscaped gardens, and a private beach. The property also...

Not planning a dinner out on Monday? This one-night chef collaboration in Dubai could easily change your mind. On May 18, HANU will host an exclusive dinner called "Table 222", bringing together three well-known chefs from some of city's most talked-about restaurants: Chef Kyung Soo Moon of HANU Chef Dan Birk from City Social Chef Robin Höfer from Kraken The experience will take place at HANU at St. Regis Gardens. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HANU Dubai (@hanu_dubai) Curious to know what’s waiting for you? Here’s a sneak peek at the Table 222 menu: Cobia Sashimi...

The future of public transport has arrived in Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new high-tech bus station at Mall of the Emirates where passengers can access a range of smart systems for better trip planning and live transport updates. Curious what’s inside? Here’s a list of the features: Real-time bus crowd tracking displays showing how busy incoming buses are Live bus and Metro arrival screens Interactive digital displays with maps and nearby landmark directions Smart kiosk with a virtual assistant for trip planning and customer support AI-powered cameras tracking crowd movement and detecting violations 24-hour digital...

Planning a summer trip? Etihad flight sale might be the push you needed to finally book it. The airline has launched a limited-time global sale with up to 30% off fares from the UAE to more than 60 destinations. Quick Eid getaways, longer summer holidays with family, and even early autumn trips are all included (dates on selected destinations stretch through October). The return tickets start from AED 995 on selected routes. You can book the discounted fares by Etihad until May 14. Another detail travellers may appreciate: Etihad currently has no change fees on flights booked for travel until...

Global Village in Dubai is one of the best places for a fun and affordable day out. But like every year, it takes a break for the summer 2026. The park will close its doors after Sunday, May 31, and it won’t reopen until the weather cools down later in the year. That means you’ve got a few weeks left to enjoy Season 30 and everything it has to offer before the summer break. The official reopening date hasn’t been confirmed yet, but based on past years, expect it to return in October when temperatures drop. Tickets to Global Village...

Dubai cafés have found a new summer obsession, and it’s impossible to miss. Flame Tree season has officially moved beyond streets and parks and landed straight onto café menus around the city, giving drinks, ice cream, and colorful summer specials the seasonal orange look. The trend picked up after Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum directed the expansion of Flame Tree planting across Dubai to add more shade and color to the city. Here are 5 spots in Dubai joining the Flame Tree trend. Brew CafeBrew Cafe introduced Flame Tree V60 and Flame Tree Bellini, seasonal drinks inspired...

Students and parents across the UAE can now prepare for a return to regular school routines starting Monday. The Ministry of Education confirmed that in-person learning will resume from May 11, 2026, for students, teachers, and administrative staff in public and private schools, as well as nurseries across the UAE. The update follows several days of distance learning and comes after ongoing coordination with relevant authorities and continued monitoring of the situation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by وزارة التربية والتعليم Ministry of Education (@moeuaeofficial) Schools and nurseries will return to normal classroom learning. The Ministry of...