In an unprecedented surge for the “City of Gold,” retail prices in the UAE reached their highest levels in history today, Monday, January 12, 2026. The 24K gold variant officially crossed the AED 550 per gram mark, following a volatile morning in global markets where spot gold smashed through the $4,600 per ounce barrier. This […]
Starting January 9, the RTA is launching four new bus routes—88A, 88B, 93A, and 93B—to help people travel more easily during busy rush hours between Al Satwa, Jumeirah, and Al Wasl. Other popular lines are also growing; for example, Route 13A will now go to Al Muhaisnah 2 and Route 55 will extend to International […]
Dubai’s stunning UAE Flag Garden at Umm Suqeim Beach is entering its final days, with the 12th edition of this patriotic landmark scheduled to close this Saturday, January 10. This year’s installation features a massive display of 11,000 UAE flags meticulously arranged to form the aerial portraits of the nation’s founding fathers, HH Sheikh Zayed […]
The long winter holiday has officially come to an end as students across the UAE returned to their classrooms this morning. After four weeks away, school hallways were once again filled with the sounds of laughter and excited chatter. Friends who hadn’t seen each other since December spent the morning catching up, sharing stories about […]
A new Federal Decree Law has officially lowered the UAE’s age of majority to 18, bringing a major shift to the country’s legal landscape. This change means that anyone 18 or older is now considered a person of full “legal capacity,” allowing them to sign leases, enter into employment agreements, and manage their inheritance or […]
Scattered rain will continue across parts of the UAE as the country heads into New Year’s Eve, bringing cooler temperatures, strong winds, and rough sea conditions, according to the National Centre of Meteorology. North-westerly winds of up to 40 km/h are causing dusty conditions and reduced visibility in some areas, while sea waves may reach […]
Starting February 1, 2026, paid parking will be introduced in Dubai International City, ending its status as one of the few free-parking areas in the emirate. Parking will fall under Code Q, operating from 8am to midnight, with tariffs starting at Dh2 for 30 minutes and reaching Dh25 for 16 hours. Although meters are not […]
Dubai is gearing up for a massive New Year’s Eve celebration, with over 2.7 million passengers expected to use public transport. The RTA has announced a full mobility plan to manage crowds around the Burj Khalifa. Transport & Parking Highlights Free shuttle buses will operate between parking areas and the event zone. Taxi pick-up points: […]
As cooler weather and school holidays encourage children to ride e-scooters and bicycles, UAE authorities and road safety experts are urging parents to be extra cautious. Road safety expert Mustafa Aldah stressed that parents must assess their children’s maturity and ensure they are properly supervised and equipped with safety gear before riding. Residents have raised […]
Following the recent surge of heavy rainfall across the UAE, authorities have announced the temporary closure of Jebel Jais and the suspension of all associated activities. The decision was made as a proactive safety measure to address the aftermath of the storms, which have left mountain roads and wadis potentially hazardous. To ensure visitor safety, […]