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Dubai Free Wi-Fi Bus Service Now on All Intercity Routes

6July 25, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: If you’re someone who’s always on the move and glued to your phone, there’s good news. The Dubai free Wi-Fi bus service is now live on all 259 intercity buses, meaning your next ride to Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Ajman, or...

UAE New Academic Calendar for Universities 2025-2026 Released

18July 24, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The UAE New Academic Calendar has been announced for all public and private universities for the 2025-2026 academic year. Such a calendar aims at balancing the schools while allowing a flexible schedule for student...

Moving to Dubai to save on taxes? Here's when you can legally skip paying tax in India

Dubai and Abu Dhabi have emerged as the world’s most tax-friendly cities in 2025, according to the Multipolitan Index, which ranks cities based on tax laws, governance, and legal structures. With seven Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) cities in the...

Dubai Metro 30-Minute Rule Simplifies Fares for Smarter Commuting

16July 24, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The Roads and Transport Authority or RTA has rebranded efforts aimed at promoting the Dubai Metro 30-minute rule, an initiative rewarding passengers for efficient travel and fewer fare expenditures by UAE nationals...

UAE Fuel Price Drop? August May Bring Relief

3July 25, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: The end of the month means one thing for many UAE residents waiting (and hoping) for the new UAE fuel price update. After July’s steep jump, drivers are crossing their fingers that August will bring a little relief at...

Dubai Visa Renewal Now Linked to Traffic Fines in New Pilot Phase

21July 24, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: Do you want to get your residency visa in Dubai? You might now have to clear those unpaid speeding tickets first. In a new move that’s sparking both surprise and support, Dubai visa renewal processes are now being...

UAE Gold Rate Increase by Dh100: Smart Investors Rejoice as Profits Surge

16July 24, 2025 | Dubai, UAE- With the UAE Gold Rate Increase in the market, a buzz has been created in the industry. The glimmering gold universe has been brightening for UAE residents, with prices increasing Dh100 per gram in the past year. As a...

Dubai Oldest Laundry Shop Faces Closure After Online Scam Loss

3July 25, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: A piece of Dubai’s history could vanish soon. The Dubai oldest laundry shop, Bait Al Abyad Cloth Pressing, is struggling to stay open after its owner fell victim to an online scam and lost Dh34,000 in the process. The...

UAE: Man gets 10-year jail term for sexual assault of a child

The Abu Dhabi Criminal Court has sentenced a man to ten years in prison after convicting him of sexually assaulting a child by coercion inside his private vehicle. In addition to the prison term, the court has imposed a post-release restriction,...

Abu Dhabi court jails man 10 years for child assault

Conviction based on evidence and reports Based on the evidence and documented technical reports presented to the court, the defendant was convicted and sentenced to 10 years in prison. The court also ordered the confiscation of the vehicle used in...

Ex-Italy Captain Pirlo Joins Emirati Club

Former captain of the Italian national team, Andrea Pirlo, has been named the coach of United FC, as announced by the Emirati second-tier club on Friday. The former midfielder for AC Milan and Juventus has signed a two-year contract with the club,...

Katie Price flaunts her assets in a skimpy butter yellow bikini and wears a bizarre huge mirror visor while on the beach in Dubai

Katie Price flaunted her assets in a skimpy butter yellow bikini while on the beach in Dubai. The former glamour model, 47, jetted off to the United Arab Emirates last week to soak up the sun and was pictured on the beach last Friday. She flaunted...

Robert Whittaker issues bold preview of Reinier de Ridder fight at UFC Abu Dhabi: "My striking is better than his"

Robert Whittaker recently offered his thoughts on his upcoming fight against Reinier de Ridder at UFC Abu Dhabi. Whittaker expressed his admiration for de Ridder and is optimistic about his chances against the former ONE Championship two-division...

UAE: No more OTPs? Here's how banks will fight scams

One-time passwords or OTPs are now outdated in the face of the dramatic rise in sophisticated banking frauds, a Dubai-based cybersecurity expert told Khaleej Times, following news that UAE banks will gradually stop sending one-time passwords...

UAE 2025–2026 academic calendar: What students, parents, educators need to know

The UAE Ministry of Education has unveiled the official academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, covering all public and private schools across the country. The calendar aims to broadly provide a unified, well-structured academic year to...

Dubai's oldest laundry shop may close after owner loses Dh34,000 in online scam

A nearly 50-year-old laundry shop in Dubai’s Jumeirah 1 neighborhood is facing closure, according to its owner, Ravi Verma, who says he was the target of an elaborate online scam. Bait Al Abyad Cloth Pressing, believed to be Dubai’s oldest...

UAE's new unified school calendar to help families sync holidays across curriculums

School leaders in the UAE highlighted that the new Unified Academic Calendar will help families with children, in different schools or curriculums, stay in sync. With all schools now following the same term dates, parents can plan holidays with...

Dubai: Skip treadmill, walk in malls as Sheikh Hamdan launches new fitness initiative

A new fitness initiative has been launched for Dubai residents who want to get their steps in while beating the heat. Sheikh Hamdan launched the 'Dubai Mallathon' on Thursday, July 24, which transforms malls into sports pathways. A part of the...

Abu Dhabi named world's safest city for 9th year

Abu Dhabi achieved a Safety Index score of 85.2 out of 100, reflecting the city’s ongoing efforts to enhance security and stability for both citizens and residents. These efforts are key contributors to sustainable development and global...