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March 25, 2026

02
Dec

UAE’s Saeed Al Harbi crowned FEI Endurance Asian Championship in Thailand

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UAE rider Saeed Ahmed Jaber Al Harbi was crowned champion of the FEI Endurance Asian Championship 2025, hosted in Pattaya, Thailand, with the participation of an elite field of riders from across the continent — adding a new continental achievement that reinforces the UAE’s leadership in equestrian sports. Al Harbi, riding the nine-year-old mare Ras […]

02
Dec

Ajman secures Guinness Record with 603-vehicle formation of ‘EID AL ETIHAD

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The Emirate of Ajman has marked a significant achievement by officially entering the Guinness World Records. This follows the successful formation of the world’s largest celebratory phrase using vehicles, where 603 automobiles were precisely arranged to spell out the message, “EID AL ETIHAD UAE 54.” The impressive and highly coordinated event was held under the […]

02
Dec

UAE travellers rush to sign up for travel insurance

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Dubai: Travel disruptions hit hard this week after the Ethiopia volcano sent ash sweeping into major air corridors between the Gulf and India. Airlines cancelled and rerouted flights without warning, leaving many travellers scrambling for new plans and covering unexpected costs along the way. Moments like these are pushing more UAE residents to protect their travel plans […]

02
Dec

UAE introduces changes to tax rules starting January 2026

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The Ministry of Finance has announced the issuance of Federal Decree-Law No. (17) of 2025, amending certain provisions of Federal Decree-Law No. (28) of 2022 on Tax Procedures. The amendments, which take effect on 1 January 2026, are part of the UAE’s ongoing efforts to enhance the efficiency of the tax system and strengthen transparency […]

02
Dec

Saudi Arabia multiple entry eVisa for GCC expats

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Are you planning to travel to Saudi Arabia soon? If so, expatriates residing in the UAE or other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries can apply for a one-year multiple-entry eVisa. This visa provides ample time for business trips, visiting friends and family, exploring the country, and even performing Umrah (excluding the Hajj season). UAE expatriates […]

02
Dec

Meet the first babies born on UAE’s National Day

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the clock struck 12 and the UAE entered a new chapter on its 54th Eid Al Etihad, Burjeel Hospital in Abu Dhabi welcomed two precious newborns. Their first cries rose with the nation’s celebrations, filling the night with hope, warmth and new beginnings. Special blessing for Algerian parents Baby girl Makkah, born to Algerian parents Zuhair Attar […]

02
Dec

The benefits of crying

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Crying is often seen as a negative emotion. Indeed, some regard sobbing as a sign of weakness. But when we shed tears we can be happy, sad, angry, frustrated, and moved. In fact, there’s a whole lot more to having a good weep than meets the eye. Why cry? Crying can benefit both your body and […]

01
Dec

Winter officially begins : Rainfall, hail and thunderstorms expected in Saudi Arabia

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Saudi Arabia will officially entered meteorological winter on Monday, December 1, the National Center for Meteorology (NCM) has confirmed. Temperatures are expected to gradually drop across the Kingdom, reports Saudi Gazette. Rainfall expected in multiple regions “Several areas are likely to see continued rainfall over the coming days,” said Hussein Al Qahtani, NCM spokesperson, quoted by Saudi Gazette. The […]

01
Dec

Eid Al Etihad the UAE’s evolving national identity

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Every year on December 2, the United Arab Emirates marks Eid Al Etihad, its National Day, a moment that transcends commemoration. For Emiratis, it is not simply a historical anniversary as it is a living expression of national identity, unity, and purpose. While every country celebrates a national day, few do so with the same […]

01
Dec

GCC residents can stay in Qatar for up to two months

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Qatar has introduced a series of updates to its “Hayya” GCC’s Residents Visa to support a sharp rise in regional travel during a busy international events season. The enhancements, announced by Qatar Tourism in collaboration with the Ministry of Interior and the Permanent Committee for Managing Visitor Entry, took effect on November 30. Under the […]

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