Love gardening? Dubai is giving residents a chance to win Dh300,000: Find out how | World News

Dubai Municipality invites villa residents to enter a Dh300,000 sustainable garden competition, closing 21 December 2025/Representative Image Dubai is calling on its residents to rethink their gardens not just as personal retreats but as contributions to the city’s environmental future. The new edition of “The Most Beautiful Sustainable Home Garden in Dubai” offers an opportunity […]

Which city is called the City of Gold: Dubai and Johannesburg shine as global symbols of wealth and legacy | World News

Widely recognised as the “City of Gold,” both Dubai and Johannesburg embody a radiant connection with the precious metal that has profoundly shaped their history, identity, and enduring global legacy. According to the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), Dubai accounts for nearly 15% of the world’s gold trade, symbolising modern opulence and global influence. Once […]

Dubai Metro to start at 3am on Sunday as Sheikh Zayed Road closes for Dubai Ride 2025 | World News

Early 3am Metro start to support Dubai Ride 2025 / AI-generated Illustrative purposes only In preparation for the popular Dubai Ride 2025 on Sunday, November 2, Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has extended Dubai Metro operating hours, with trains starting as early as 3:00am to make it easier for cyclists and spectators to reach […]

Dubai parking from Dh2 as Parkin expands to Studio City and Outsource City | World News

Parkin PJSC expands paid parking to Dubai Studio City and Outsource City, rates starting Dh2/Representative Image As Dubai’s commercial districts continue to expand, its streets are adapting. Parkin PJSC, the emirate’s largest public parking operator, has added paid parking zones in Dubai Studio City and Dubai Outsource City, effective 31 October. Clearly marked T-code areas […]

UAE: Salik announces new toll rates for Dubai ride | World News

Salik updated tolls for Dubai Ride on 2 November, ensuring smooth traffic during Fitness Challenge/Representative Image Salik has updated toll charges for participants in the Dubai Ride, coinciding with the city-wide Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025. The changes aim to manage traffic efficiently during the event and improve the overall road experience for all commuters. Toll […]

UAE: Delivery riders in Dubai and Sharjah face Dh1,500 fines and permit suspensions under new traffic rules | World News

UAE tightens traffic rules to protect delivery riders / AI-generated illustration Food may still come fast, but delivery riders won’t be allowed to race to get it to you anymore. In a joint announcement made in late October 2025, Dubai’s RTA and Sharjah Police unveiled tough new traffic rules for delivery riders, warning that reckless […]

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed launches AED100 million UAE volunteering ecosystem | World News

Sheikh Mohammed launches AED100 million UAE Volunteering Ecosystem to create 10,000 jobs and expand nonprofits/Image: X Driven by the UAE’s enduring spirit of unity and generosity, a new national vision is taking shape to empower community participation and social development. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has launched an ambitious framework designed to […]

Dubai Ruler Sheikh Mohammed highlights holistic education as foundation for future UAE leaders | World News

Sheikh Mohammed visited Zayed Educational Complex, praising national identity, sports, economic awareness, creativity, and leadership efforts/Image: X During a visit to Zayed Educational Complex in Al Warqa, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, emphasized that modern education in the UAE is […]

UAE: Dubai 24K gold prices drop below Dh 500 per gram after record high Diwali rate | World News

As of Tuesday morning, 24-karat gold in Dubai traded at Dh481.25 ($131) per gram, marking a sharp post-Diwali decline/ Image:AP Gold prices in Dubai continued their slide on Tuesday, holding below the Dh500 ($136) mark per gram amid weakness in international bullion markets. As of 7 a.m., 24-karat gold was priced at Dh481.25 ($130.00) per […]

Dubai launches new drone food delivery route connects Mall and Mosque in Nad Al Sheba region | World News

Dubai’s new drone food delivery route links Avenue Mall to Nad Al Sheba Mosque efficiently/Image: DCAA Dubai is taking urban delivery to new heights as drones begin transporting food orders from Avenue Mall directly to residents in Nad Al Sheba. In a collaboration between the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), the Islamic Affairs and Charitable […]