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Summer is just getting started in the UAE, and another public holiday is already on the horizon: Islamic New Year 2026 (or 1448 AH). While the exact date will depend on the official moon sighting, the occasion comes with a long weekend for UAE residents. So where does this long weekend come from in June 2026? The recently adopted UAE Public Holidays Law allows to move some holidays to the beginning or end of the week. The UAE has already announced that Monday, June 15, will be an official holiday for Hijri New Year for both private and public sector employees....

There's a new app in the UAE, and if you enjoy a good deal, it's worth knowing about. Peekabox lets you pick up surprise boxes from restaurants, cafés, bakeries, grocery stores, and even hotel buffets for 50% to 70% less than the usual price. The catch? You won't know exactly what's inside until you collect it. At the end of the day, cafés, bakeries, supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels pack fresh unsold food into surprise boxes. One day it could be pastries from a bakery, another day it might be sushi, prepared meals, coffee shop favourites, grocery items, or food from...

If seeing the Milky Way is on your bucket list, the next few months are your best chance. Al Quaa Desert in Abu Dhabi is one of the top stargazing spots in the country, and you don't need a guided tour or a 4x4 to get there. A little preparation, clear skies, and good company are all it takes. From the best viewing hours to driving tips and what to bring, here's everything you need to know before heading out. When Is Milky Way Season in UAE? Milky Way season in the UAE lasts until September. The best viewing hours...

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...

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 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...

This week, the UAE celebrates one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar, Eid Al Adha. The holiday traditionally begins with early morning prayers at mosques on the first day of Eid. In 2026, Eid Al Adha begins on Wednesday, May 27, and here are the prayer timings across the UAE. Eid Prayer in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Al Ain: 5:45 AM Abu Dhabi City: 5:51 AM Zayed City: 5:56 AM Celebrating this Eid in the capital? Don’t miss top activities and events during Eid al-Adha break in Abu Dhabi. Eid prayer in Dubai is scheduled for 5:47 AM....

Public holidays in the UAE always come with one small perk drivers look forward to: free parking. Eid Al Adha 2026 will bring a four-day break this year, starting Tuesday, May 26, and authorities in different emirates are now starting to announce their holiday parking rules. Each emirate sets its own parking exemption periods during Eid holidays, and here are the official confirmations. Free Parking in Dubai during Eid RTA confirmed that public parking in the city will be free on May 25-29. This exemption does not apply to multi-storey parking buildings, which will continue to operate with regular parking...

If you’re already planning family outings and evening walks for the Eid Al Adha break, Sharjah has confirmed park timings for the long holiday week. From May 27 to 29, most public parks in Sharjah will open in two separate time slots during the day: Morning hours: 6 AM to 1 PM Evening hours: 4 PM to 12 AM (midnight) Exceptions: Sharjah National Park and Al Rolla Park will stay open daily from 7:30 AM until 12 AM without a midday break during the Eid holiday. If you're planning more outdoor time during the holiday, especially with kids, don't miss...