Incredible meteor shower to take place over the UAE
In August 2023, residents and visitors to the UAE will be able to enjoy the most beautiful celestial phenomenon - the Perseid meteor shower. The annual stargazing event is known
Air in Dubai and Abu Dhabi labelled ‘dangerous’
The air quality in Dubai and Abu Dhabi this week has been described by forecasters as dangerous due to increased winds kicking up dust storms. The hottest day of the week
Sheikh Zayed Festival opening date announced in Abu Dhabi
The iconic Sheikh Zayed Festival will kick off in Abu Dhabi on 17 November 2023. The organising committee said the celebration will run until March 9, 2024. As per tradition,
Dubai’s population exceeds 3.6 million
Over the past six months, Dubai's population has grown by more than 50,000 people. According to the local statistics centre, Dubai now has 3.6 million inhabitants, an all-time record. Since 2021,
Zayed National Museum to be opened in Abu Dhabi
Construction of a new cultural attraction, the Zayed National Museum, is well underway in the capital of the United Arab Emirates. The new museum will join the collection of cultural
Gyms and fitness centres in Dubai to receive star rating
Dubai's gyms and fitness centres will be assessed and given a star rating under a new classification system. The Dubai Sports Council on Thursday announced the launch of the evaluation
Alternative Alphabet for feelings and emotions created in UAE
An education group in the United Arab Emirates has released an Alternative Alphabet card game that could help teenagers discuss their problems. The game developed by GEMS Education is made up
Peter Hellyer, legendary UAE historian, passes away
The renowned UAE historian, writer and journalist Peter Hellyer passed away at the age of 75 on July 2, 2023. UAE Minister of State Zaki Nusseibeh has confirmed that the
Dubai inaugurates world’s largest waste-to-energy plant
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, has launched the world's largest renewable energy plant. The project is estimated to cost 4 billion dirhams (US$1.09
Tripadvisor names Dubai safari the world’s best entertainment experience
Online travel portal Tripadvisor has named Dubai's safari as the world's best activity for travellers in 2023. Thus, the desert jeep adventure won the most likes from tourists in the