Dubai has launched the Middle East’s first beach-side sensory room at Jumeirah Beach 2, offering a safe, calming and inclusive environment for visitors with autism and sensory sensitivities. The new air-conditioned facility is designed with soft lighting, quiet surroundings and soothing sensory elements to help visitors regulate their emotions before, during or after spending time […]
Dubai, UAE: Mohammed Bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South has highlighted the continued expansion of UUDS AERO’s operations, with the aerospace company now occupying more than 180,000 square metres across multiple facilities since launching its first operation at the hub in 2022. UUDS AERO’s growing presence at MBRAH reflects Dubai’s rising position as […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has restarted its popular tourist electric abra service at Al Mamzar Station, giving residents and visitors another scenic way to experience the city’s waterfront. The service, which had been temporarily suspended due to development works, is now operating daily from 4 PM to 11 PM. The electric abra offers […]
Ajman has been ranked the world’s safest city in the Numbeo Mid-Year 2026 report, reinforcing the UAE’s strong global reputation for safety and public security. The report highlights a remarkable showing for the country, with Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Sharjah securing the second, third, and fourth positions respectively. Dubai also featured in the […]
Dubai Police has issued a fresh warning to residents about a rise in fake travel and tourism scams ahead of the summer holiday season. As part of its #BewareOfFraud campaign, the Anti-Fraud Centre said scammers are targeting residents with unrealistically cheap holiday packages, flight tickets, and hotel bookings through fake websites, social media pages, and […]
The UAE’s national rail operator Etihad Rail has recorded strong demand ahead of the launch of its first passenger train services, with more than 10,000 tickets sold before operations officially began. The inaugural journey departed from Fujairah at 5:34am and arrived at Abu Dhabi’s Mohamed bin Zayed City station ahead of schedule, marking a key […]
Dubai Municipality has launched a Dh200,000 innovation challenge inviting designers, students, startups, and urban planners to reimagine Al Safa 2 Park using artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The initiative, aligned with Dubai’s broader smart city vision under the directives of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, encourages participants to apply AI tools for […]
As Etihad Rail prepares to begin passenger services, a nationwide campaign has been launched inviting residents to choose a symbolic first passenger for its historic inaugural journey. Titled “The Passenger Who Represents Us All,” the initiative encourages the public to nominate individuals who have made a positive impact in their communities through kindness, service, and […]
Sharjah Municipality has announced that paid parking hours across the emirate will now run from 8am until midnight starting July 1, 2026. The move will apply to Sharjah city, Kalba, Khorfakkan and Al Dhaid. The new system unifies parking timings across all paid zones, with areas marked by yellow signs now following the same schedule […]