KHDA Reveals Wellbeing Survey Results
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According to a survey by the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), students in private schools experience high levels of wellbeing and happiness. Launched in 2017, the Dubai Student Wellbeing Census aims to find out how students feel

Abu Dhabi’s Crown Prince Welcomes Pope Francis
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His Holiness Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, arrived in Abu Dhabi on Sunday evening at 10 pm. His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces

Emirati Nationals Hit Abu Dhabi Roads As Uber Drivers
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After its relaunch in December 2018 in Abu Dhabi, ride-hailing app Uber has announced that some Emirati nationals are now driving the app-based taxis in the capital. Emirati national Abed Al-Blooshi becomes the first Emirati to begin driving for

Road Closures Announced In Abu Dhabi From Today
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Over 135,000 people are expected to gather at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi for the Papal Mass on Tuesday, 5 February conducted by Pope Francis as part of his historic visit to the UAE. To ensure the smooth flow of the high volume of traffic

Burj Jumeira Unveiled
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A new iconic tower in the Al Sufouh neighbourhood will soon grace the Dubai’s iconic skyline. With the first phase of the project scheduled to be completed by 2023, the new tower, called ‘Burj Jumeria’, will be the centrepiece of the new

WATCH: The Phantom Of The Opera Lights Up The Burj Khalifa
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The world’s most spectacular musical, The Phantom of the Opera, celebrated its Middle Eastern debut by lighting up the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa. For just 120 seconds, fans got a taste of what is to come on 16 October with

Sheikh Mohammed Welcomes The Pope
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Pope Francis, the head of Catholic Church is set to begin his historic visit to the GCC today with his arrival in the UAE. Referred to as an important event marking the UAE’s 'Year of Tolerance', the visit of the Pope to the UAE represents the

Top Ski Destinations Revealed
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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, often gives us travel ideas with his choice of places he visits to pursue his passion for adventure sports. Recent Instagram images of is Highness Sheikh Hamdan

BREAKING NEWS: Schools Closed On Monday and Tuesday
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The UAE Ministry of Education has announced that all public schools in Dubai and Sharjah will be closed for two days on 4 and 5 February and all schools, public and private, across the UAE will close for one day on 5 February. The announcement was

Up to 90% Discount During The Last Weekend Of DSF
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Whether you have shopped a lot or have not yet had the time to grab the exciting Dubai Shopping festival (DSF) bargains, this weekend is your last chance to go out for the sales and shop till you drop. The final weekend of DSF is

Day Off To See The Pope
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People who work in the private sector have been given a paid days leave if they have tickets to attend the Papal Mass, which will take place at Zayed Sports City in Abu Dhabi on 5 February. The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation

Three UAE Banks Merge
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As announced recently, Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) and Union National Bank (UNB) will officially merge, and acquire Al Hilal Bank to form the third largest banking group in the UAE and the fifth largest in the GCC with total assets of Dhs 420

Petrol Prices For February 2019 Have Been Announced And It Is Good News
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The fuel prices in the UAE for the month of February 2019 have been announced and the good news is the prices across the board have come down. This is the fourth consecutive month that the price of petrol has been reduced.

DXB Still The Busiest In The World!
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Dubai International Airport (DXB) has retained its position as the world’s busiest airport for international passengers for the fifth consecutive year, with annual traffic for 2018 surpassing 89.1 million. The total number of passengers using the