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[ad_1] Abu Dhabi has launched its first-ever night swimming beach at Marsana East Beach on Hudayriyat Island, offering a refreshing summer escape for residents and tourists. Open from July to September, the floodlit beach allows safe night swims, supervised by professional lifeguards until 10pm on weekdays and midnight on weekends. Cozy loungers line the shore, […]

[ad_1] Dubai has introduced the First-Time Home Buyer Programme to make homeownership more accessible for both Emiratis and expatriates. Targeting properties under AED 5 million, the initiative offers priority access to new launches, preferential pricing, and tailored mortgage solutions. Buyers can pay the 4% fee in interest-free installments over two years. Developers and banks have

[ad_1] Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) has received the prestigious 2025 International Safety Award from the British Safety Council for its Maintenance Workshop, recognising its strong commitment to employee safety and workplace health standards throughout 2024. The award, now in its 67th edition, saw participation from 789 organisations across 45 countries. RAKTA was among

[ad_1] Air Arabia has announced the launch of a new daily non-stop flight between Sharjah and Prague, starting December 20, 2025. The route will connect Sharjah International Airport to Václav Havel Airport Prague, offering enhanced connectivity between the UAE and Europe. This move marks a continued expansion of Air Arabia’s European network, adding Prague to

[ad_1] Abyson Jacob, a 46-year-old construction field surveyor from Kerala, finally won Dh150,000 in the Big Ticket weekly e-draw after two decades of trying. Based in Al Ain, Jacob has been consistently buying tickets since 2004, sharing this win with 11 colleagues. Initially mistaking the prize call for a scam, Jacob was overwhelmed upon realizing

[ad_1] His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum attended the graduation ceremony of the Government Accelerators Diploma on Wednesday, recognizing participants for their innovative contributions across government, private, and academic sectors. Graduates tackled 35 national challenges, primarily focused on government efficiency, quality of life, community services, and knowledge dissemination. The programme aims to develop

[ad_1] Abu Dhabi has completed its first successful test flight of a flying taxi at Al Bateen Executive Airport, marking a major milestone in its journey toward launching air taxi services by early 2026. The trial, conducted by Archer Aviation in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (Adio), aims to prepare the aircraft for

[ad_1] Dubai has launched a major Dh650-million project to develop the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, aiming to boost annual visitor numbers from current levels to between 250,000 and 300,000. Dubai Municipality announced that the first phase of the project has been awarded and is set for completion by the end of next year. Located

[ad_1] In a bid to improve public service standards, Ras Al Khaimah Police has launched a new VIP vehicle testing service for driver’s license applicants. Introduced by the Vehicles and Drivers Licensing Department in collaboration with the Public Resources Authority, the service aims to elevate the customer experience at the Traffic and Licensing Center. Colonel

[ad_1] The Pakistani Mango Festival 2025 was held in Abu Dhabi at Le Royal Meridien Hotel, hosted by the Embassy of Pakistan in collaboration with the Overseas Pakistani Foundation (OPF). The event drew Emirati dignitaries, diplomats, business figures, and Pakistani community members. Ambassador Faisal Niaz Tirmizi emphasized Pakistan’s status as the world’s 4th largest mango