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UAE Traffic Alert: Crashes, Congestion Snarl Sharjah–Dubai Commute on Al Ittihad, Al Khail

News Editor 25/02/2026

Commuters travelling between Sharjah and Dubai faced a frustrating start to the day on Wednesday as multiple crashes and heavy traffic slowed movement across key highways. Motorists reported long tailbacks on Al Ittihad Street near Al Mamzar, where several accidents during peak hours

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Etihad Airways reports 47% profit surge in 2025

Miguel Hadchity 25/02/2026

Photo Credit: X/@emirates Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Etihad Airways has announced its strongest full-year financial and operational performance in the airline’s history, marking the fourth consecutive year of profitability for the Abu Dhabi-based carrier. The airline reported a profit after tax of AED2.6 billion ($698 million) for 2025, representing a substantial 47

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Salik announces Ramadan 2026 toll discounts to ease traffic flow

News Editor 17/02/2026

Photo Credit : Gulf News Dubai’s road toll operator Salik has introduced a revised pricing structure for Ramadan 2026, adjusting peak and off-peak tariffs to better reflect the emirate’s changing traffic patterns during the holy month. The move is designed to ease congestion and offer greater flexibility for motorists as working hours shift and travel […]

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DXB closes record-breaking 2025 as world’s busiest airport for international travel

Miguel Hadchity 13/02/2026

Photo Credit: WAM Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — Dubai International Airport welcomed 95.2 million guests in 2025, a 3.1 percent increase year on year, cementing its position as the busiest airport in the world for international passenger traffic and marking the highest annual volume ever recorded in its history. Dubai Airports announced that 2025 […]

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UAE Airport Travel Rules Every Passenger Should Know

Seif Kamel 09/02/2026

 A Guide to the UAE Airport Rules in 2026 Travelers visiting the UAE in 2026 should carefully know and comprehend the airport rules of the country. Due to the advancement of the UAE in general, and Dubai in particular, the country has become one of the favorite global destinations all over the world.  The rules […]

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Qatar to introduce 10-year residency for entrepreneurs and senior executives

News Editor 06/02/2026

Qatar is set to launch a new 10-year residency programme aimed at entrepreneurs and senior executives, signalling a shift in the country’s approach to long-term expatriate residence. The initiative was announced during Web Summit Qatar 2026 and is positioned as a targeted pathway rather than a broad-based residency option. Who is eligible The scheme is […]

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UAE to open new e-visa service center in Beirut, bolstering bilateral ties

Miguel Hadchity 04/02/2026

Photo Credit: X/@rami_rizk Dubai, UAE — February 2026 — The UAE’s Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security will soon inaugurate a new e-Visa issuance center in the Lebanese capital, Beirut. According to the Emirates News Agency, the opening underscores the deep-rooted, brotherly relations between the two nations, built on mutual respect and

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UAE Golden Visa Eligibility and Benefits

Seif Kamel 03/02/2026

 What is the Golden Visa in the UAE?  Considered as one of the prominent procedures carried out by the Federal Authority for Identity, the Golden Visa, or Golden Residency provides the chance to those who are eligible to receive a residency for a long term in the United Arab Emirates. This period of time may […]

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Win free flight tickets inside Fortnite: Qatar Airways launches virtual Doha

News Editor 29/01/2026

Photo Credit: Qatar Airways Doha: Qatar Airways has unveiled its first-ever digital destination inside the global online game Fortnite, offering players a chance to explore Doha virtually and win real-world travel rewards, including free flights. The experience, titled QVerse Island, places players inside a digital version of Hamad International Airport, before guiding

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Dubai Metro Rules and Fines Explained

Seif Kamel 26/01/2026

Guide to Dubai’s metro rules and fines Travelers and new residents in Dubai get to change their lifestyle staying in a new city and a whole novel community. There are several things they have to learn in terms of cultural aspects, regulations, and rules.  Transportation represents one of the major means of life. The Dubai […]

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UAE, Qatar–US flights disrupted as severe winter storm causes delays and cancellations

News Editor 26/01/2026

Photo Credit: X Dubai: Air travel between the UAE, Qatar and the United States continues to face significant disruption as a powerful winter storm impacts the US East Coast, forcing airport closures, widespread delays and flight cancellations on key transatlantic routes. There were signs of gradual improvement on Monday after the storm moved out of […]

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GCC Unified Visa: What it means for Tourists and Residents

Seif Kamel 14/01/2026

The direct and apparent advantage of the GCC Unified Visa is to facilitate travel and touristic activities for the residents of the GCC countries.  On one hand, tourists, coming from outside the Arabian Gulf, get the advantage of visiting two or three countries with the same visa. GCC residents, on the other hand, will benefit […]

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UAE Residency Visa Rules Explained For 2026

Seif Kamel 13/01/2026

The different types of visas to the UAE Blue Residency Visa: The Blue Residency Visa has been launched with the duration up to 10 years. This visa is designed for individuals who significantly contribute to the enhancement of the society and the environment. These fields include combating climate change and achieving sustainability objectives.  GCC Unified […]

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Riyadh Metro expansion to link Red Line with Diriyah Gate

News Editor 12/01/2026

Photo Credit: X / SPA_Eng Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City has awarded a contract to extend the Red Line of the Riyadh Metro, adding 8.4 kilometres and five new stations to carry the route from King Saud University to the Diriyah Gate, according to local media reports. The Red Line extension, also known […]

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Georgia News and Reviews for the year 2026

Maria Rabbani 07/01/2026

Thinking about traveling to a foreign land from UAE, this ongoing year? And is that foreign land Georgia? Then think no more. You are at the perfect spot where you can receive guidance about your next dream trip to Georgia. Continue reading ahead to explore about the beautiful country Georgia and its capital, and what […]

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The Types of Visas Saudi Arabia Offers to Tourists and Expats

Seif Kamel 07/01/2026

Saudi Arabia is one of the largest Arab countries in the Middle East. Numerous travelers from various regions around the world seek to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is why the Kingdom offers several types of visas according to the purpose of the visit. The types of visas KSA presents include student visas, […]

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Dubai’s ‘Red Carpet’ airport service expands to arrivals, aiming for record Passenger numbers: COO

Miguel Hadchity 20/11/2025

Photo Credit: Dubai Airports Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Dubai Airports is expanding its flagship ‘Red Carpet’ biometric service to the arrivals hall at Terminal 3, the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Majed Al Joker, announced. The move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the traveler experience and accommodate record-breaking passenger traffic. The […]

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Emirates, ENOC Sign MoU to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Dubai

News Editor 19/11/2025

Photo Credit: @HHAhmedBinSaeed Emirates and ENOC Group have taken a major step toward expanding the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the UAE, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to explore how SAF can be supplied at scale for Emirates flights operating out of Dubai. The agreement, announced during the Dubai Airshow, brings together the UAE’s […]

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Eid Al Etihad Break: Five Visa-Free Destinations UAE Residents Can Reach in Just a Few Hours

News Editor 18/11/2025

Photo Credit: AFP With the UAE confirming a long weekend to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad, many residents are already planning a quick getaway. December 1 and 2 have been declared paid holidays for both public and private sectors, giving everyone a four-day break before work resumes on December 3. For those looking to […]

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UAE: Emirates Rolls Out Free Starlink WiFi Across Entire Fleet

Nishitha Rachel 17/11/2025

Emirates has confirmed it will offer free high-speed Starlink WiFi on all its in-service aircraft, with the rollout beginning in November 2025 and completing by mid-2027. The programme starts with the Boeing 777 fleet, while installations on the Airbus A380 will begin in February 2026. The first Starlink-equipped aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER (A6-EPF), is currently […]