Dubai Municipality has opened applications for temporary winter camp permits for the 2025–2026 season, marking the start of the UAE’s beloved camping season. Residents can apply online via the Dubai Now app or the website wintercamp.dm.gov.ae using their UAE Pass. The family-only permit, valid from November to April, covers up to six months in designated […]
Ajman Police have partnered with luxury brand Louis Vuitton to combat counterfeit goods in the emirate. The collaboration aims to strengthen trademark enforcement, protect intellectual property rights, and ensure a safer environment for businesses and consumers. During a high-level meeting, Ajman Police officials and Louis Vuitton’s IP protection team discussed strategies to tackle fake products, […]
The UAE’s Rashid Rover 2 has completed all environmental and functional testing, including solar panels, robotic arm, antennas, and vibration resistance. It has been shipped to the United States to prepare for its 2026 launch to the far side of the Moon with Firefly Aerospace. The rover also underwent thermal vacuum testing in France. Funded […]
The UAE’s National Day in 2025 falls on December 2 and 3. With Commemoration Day likely on December 1 and the weekend on both sides, residents may enjoy up to six consecutive days off. Official dates will be confirmed closer to the holiday by UAE authorities, but long celebrations and family plans are expected across […]
Parkin has expanded paid parking to Dubai Sports City (Zone S) and Dubai International Academic City (Zone F). In Sports City, rates start at 2 dirhams per hour, up to 20 dirhams for 24 hours. Paid hours are 8 am to 10 pm. Subscription packages are available from 300 dirhams per month to 2,800 annually. […]
Salik has introduced flexible Sunday toll rates throughout November to support the Dubai Fitness Challenge. On November 2, 16, and 23, motorists will enjoy discounted toll charges across all Salik gates. During peak hours (6am–10am and 4pm–8pm), tolls will be Dh6 and Dh4, respectively. In off-peak hours (10am–4pm and 8pm–1am), the fee will be Dh4, […]
Starting October 27, 2025, Abu Dhabi’s Integrated Transport Centre (AD Mobility) will introduce a variable speed limit system on Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Road to improve traffic flow and enhance safety. Speed limits will automatically adjust based on weather conditions, peak-hour congestion, roadworks, or major events. The initiative aims to reduce accidents and ease congestion, […]
Dubai Miracle Garden, the world’s largest natural flower garden, has reopened for its 14th season, featuring over 150 million vibrant blooms arranged into stunning sculptures and themed landscapes, including a floral castle and Emirates A380. Located in Al Barsha South 3, the garden welcomes visitors daily—9am to 11pm on weekdays and until midnight on weekends. […]
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will introduce the V2X smart traffic system between 2027 and 2028, linking around 620 intersections directly to vehicle dashboards. The system will provide real-time updates such as signal timings, congestion, and accidents, reducing driver distraction and improving safety. Using AI, digital twin, and ITS-C technologies, it will optimise traffic […]
Sharjah Airport saw strong growth in Q3 2025, handling 5,127,120 passengers, a 16.7% increase from 4.39 million in Q3 2024. Flight activity rose as scheduled and non-scheduled flights reached 30,737, up 10.7%, while total aircraft movements grew 4.3% to 54,953. Cargo volumes increased 3.9% to 48,073 tonnes, with sea-air freight surging 32.8% to 4,296 tonnes. […]