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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...

Residents of Dubai Motor City got a new spot for weekend activities, playdates, and group gatherings without worrying about the heat outside. Air Maniax has opened a new indoor adventure park at First Avenue Mall. The new venue has climbing zones, jumping activities, inflatable play areas, and challenges. Toddlers, teenagers, and even adults can all find something fun enough to ask for “five more minutes” before leaving. Air Maniax also has locations at Arabian Center and Al Quoz. So if you’re closer to these areas, you’re just a short drive away from a few hours of non-stop fun. Grab the...

Abu Dhabi is introducing new traffic safety measure focused on some of the emirate’s busiest and fastest roads. Starting next week, delivery motorcycles will no longer be allowed on roads with speed limits of 120 km/h or higher. When introducing the new rule, AD Mobility highlighted that roads with heavy and fast-moving traffic can present higher risks for delivery riders and drivers. In 2026, Abu Dhabi ranked as the world’s safest city for the tenth year in a row, and such measures are part of the reason why. The restriction also applies to part of Sheikh Zayed Street between Sheikh...

Tasting menus usually bring to mind polished fine dining dishes and rare ingredients. Moonrise in Dubai is taking a different route. The rooftop restaurant in Al Satwa is turning some of the city’s most familiar street food flavours into a six-course chef’s table experience inspired by the real taste of Dubai. The tasting menu includes dishes inspired by the most beloved flavors: shawarma, Malabar paratha, Chips Oman, pani puri, and karak. Guests experience them as part of an intimate rooftop dinner that celebrates the dishes woven into the city's everyday life. Chef Solemann Haddad received the MICHELIN Young Chef Award...

Cancel the plans, save your appetite. Dubai Restaurant Week 2026 will last until the end of May, which means you get more menus, deals, and offers to explore. Over 125 venues are taking part, so making the choice won’t be easy. The restaurant list covers all moods and tastes, whether you’re after a well-known name, a local favourite, or new openings. You can try fixed-price menus: Two-course lunch for AED 125 Three-course dinner for AED 250 Several restaurants on the Dubai Restaurant Week lineup also appear on the MENA’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list, including La Petite Maison, GAIA, Zuma,...

If you’re driving into Abu Dhabi over the weekend, it’s worth checking your route before heading out. AD Mobility confirmed a partial road closure on Arabian Gulf Street (E20) as traffic and infrastructure works continue in the capital. The closure affects the left lane on the side heading towards Abu Dhabi. Check the map of the affected route below. Traffic restrictions in this part of the city will remain in place until 5 AM on Monday, May 11. Also, the city activated two new toll gates this week. Don’t let a traffic diversion change your plans. Check out things to...

Shakira is officially back in her FIFA World Cup era, and football fans already know what that means for summer playlists. The Colombian superstar just teased fans on Instagram with a brand-new anthem called Dai Dai. The track dropped on May 14 ahead of the tournament and features Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The catchy chant already feels impossible to get out of your head before the tournament even begins. For a lot of people, Shakira’s music and the World Cup practically go hand in hand at this point. Waka Waka (This Time for Africa) became one of football’s most recognizable...

If you’re on the hunt for unique spots in Dubai, this new cafe in Al Quoz deserves a spot on your list. The Mark has just opened inside an auction house filled with vintage pieces and restored classic cars, with some of the cars placed right between the tables and seating areas. You can stop by at pretty much any time of day and find something to eat, whether you’re in the mood for a breakfast bowl, a salad, steak, pasta, or one of the heritage dishes on the menu. If you’re into coffee, The Mark will probably end up...

There’s something different about exercising at sunset. The peak heat starts to fade, golden hour settles in, and the views look even better. If you’re looking for a fitness event to join before summer arrives, Beyond The Sunset 2026 returns to Abu Dhabi this May with different activities. All events take place at Hudayriyat Island during golden hour. The 2026 schedule includes: May 9: Run (sold out) May 10: Swim May 16: Ride May 17: Skate Swim events happen at Marsana Beach, and cycling and skating take place at the Hudayriyat Cycle track along the waterfront. Beyond The Sunset welcomes...

Back in 2016, Dubai revealed plans for one of the most ambitious skyscrapers ever: Dubai Creek Tower. At the time, the project aimed to surpass the Burj Khalifa in height. Fast forward almost 10 years, and the vision has shifted to something even more captivating. The original design for Dubai Creek Tower was inspired by the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. It was planned to feature a 360-degree observation deck, a café, shops, a museum, and an indoor auditorium. In early 2026, Mohamed Ali Alabbar, founder of Emaar, confirmed that they are moving ahead with the project and the tower’s height...