RTA Opens Bridge at Al Qudra Road Intersection and the Road Linking Arabian Ranches and Dubai Studio City

600-metre structure provides four lanes in each direction Northern bridge to open on 15th February at the intersection of Al Qudra Road and Sheikh Zayed bin Hamdan Al Nahyan Street Al Tayer: Newly completed bridge increases traffic capacity by 191% and reduces journey time by 55% Al Qudra Road development cuts travel time from 9.4 minutes to 2.8 minutes Corridor serves residential and development districts, accommodating approximately 400,000 residents and visitors Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority.  8th February 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) opened today (Sunday) a 600-metre bridge comprising four lanes at the intersection of Al Qudra Road and the link road connecting Arabian Ranches with Dubai Studio City, as part of the ......read full article

AED 2 Dim Sums Take Over Business Bay

Sizzling Wok is dropping the ultimate that deal Dubai foodies won’t be able to resist - AED 2 dim sums that are fresh, flavourful, and dangerously addictive. Starting 4th February, diners can dive into steaming baskets of vegetarian or chicken dim sums for just AED 2 each, with a minimum order of six pieces, making it one of the best-value weekday treats in the city. Available from 12pm to 2:45pm and again from 7pm to 11:45pm (until sell-out), this offer turns lunchtime breaks and evening cravings into a deliciously affordable ritual. Whether you're powering through a workday or grabbing a cosy dinner with friends, these little pockets of joy deliver big flavour without the big price tag. To book your table at Sizzling Wok, call +971 56 316 1826 ...read full article

المطبخ الذي يقدم لك خيارات واعية في شهر الصيام: رمضان بصحة أفضل: أطعمة تعزّز الطاقة والصفاء

بدأ العد التنازلي لشهر رمضان. ففي حال تشعر بالقلق بشأن إدارة مستويات الطاقة والحفاظ على التركيز خلال ساعات الصيام الطويلة ومتابعة تحقيق أهدافك الصحية، لن تتحمل العبء بمفردك، إذ عليك معرفة أن السر وراء شهر رمضان مليء بالروحانية والحيوية الجسدية لا يقتصر على ما تقوم به خلال الشهر المبارك وحسب،  بل يكمن أيضاً في كيفية إعداد جسمك خلال الأسابيع التي تسبق قدومه. يتمتع جسمك بقدرة كبيرة على التكيف، ولكن التغييرات المفاجئة والجذرية في أنماط الطعام قد تؤدي إلى الكثير من المشكلات، بدءاً من الإرهاق الشديد وصولاً إلى اضطرابات الجهاز الهضمي. وعندما تنتقل بشكل مفاجئ من مواعيد الوجبات المنتظمة إلى فترات صيام طويلة، يدخل التمثيل الغذائي في حالة صدمة، مما يشمل صعوبة في تنظيم مستويات السكر في الدم وزيادة حالات الانخفاض المفاجئ للطاقة. فكّر في الاستعدادت قبل شهر رمضان كأنه تدريب لماراثون، بحيث لن ......read full article

Manhattan's Legacy Finds a New Address in Dubai as Art House Hills Launches in Arjan

Dubai, 5 February 2026: Following the strong market visibility generated during its soft launch, Arthouse Hills Arjan has now entered its official vision to market phase with the release of pricing, unit mix and payment plan details to buyers and investors following strong market interest. The AED 550 million development brings the creative and design heritage of Arthouse Hotel New York into one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential districts through a wellness-focused, amenity-rich residential concept. The project marks the third Arthouse-branded residence in Dubai and is being developed by ADAAN DEVELOPMENTS in partnership with Cledor, the UAE’s official Arthouse Brand Partner, alongside Tuscany Real Estate Development LLC. The development is led by Bhaskara Santosh, ......read full article

Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) commissions large-scale biodigester, with aim to reduce annual CO₂ emissions by ...

Custom-built system marks significant step in EKFC’s landfill diversion efforts Dubai, UAE, 5 February 2026 – Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) is scaling up its approach to waste management with a custom-built biodigester, one of the largest in commercial scale and capacity. The Power Knot LFC-3000 biodigester at EKFC's Central Commissary Unit enables on-site processing of organic waste, treating it at the source rather than diverting it to landfill. A biodigester functions through aerobic digestion, using oxygen, heat and microorganisms to break down organic waste. This natural process produces grey water which can be repurposed for non-potable use.  Unlike mechanical systems that degrade over time, the biodigester becomes more efficient as its microbial culture ......read full article

Emirates introduces second service to Tokyo Narita

Dubai, UAE, 5 February 2026: Emirates has announced the expansion of its operations to Tokyo Narita with the introduction of a second daily service from 1 May, operated by the airline’s retrofitted Boeing 777-300ER. The additional flight, EK320, will depart Dubai at 22:30hrs and arrive in Tokyo Narita at 13:30hrs the following day. The return service, EK321, will depart Tokyo Narita at 21:30hrs and arrive in Dubai at 03:50hrs the following day. All times are local. The second daily flight will provide travellers with greater choice and enhanced opportunities for multi-destination itineraries, including the convenience of a stopover in Dubai. Eastbound passengers on the additional Narita service will arrive in the afternoon, supporting stronger domestic connectivity and shorter ......read full article

Dubai Land Department enriches PropTech Connect 2026 with strategic discussions on innovation, governance, and the ...

Signing of strategic agreements and partnerships to support innovation and expand the ecosystem of ownership and institutional investment. Majed Al Marri: Dubai is transforming real estate innovation into sustainable economic value through digital transformation and artificial intelligence. Matthew Maltzoff calls for high-impact partnerships and broader collaboration to accelerate innovation across the world's largest asset class. Specialised sessions discussing PropTech, asset management, customer experience, and capital flows. Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 4 February 2026: The activities of PropTech Connect Middle East 2026 officially kicked off today, Wednesday, under the organisation and supervision of Dubai Land Department (DLD), marking a strategic step that ......read full article

Emirates joins UAE-Kuwait week celebrations, honouring decades of enduring ties

Dubai, UAE, 4 February 2026 - Emirates marked UAE-Kuwait Week with a series of special onboard initiatives, marking the longstanding ties that unite the UAE and the State of Kuwait. the occasion, the airline introduced a special selection of traditional desserts across all cabin classes on its 30 weekly flights between Dubai and Kuwait. This included a Pistachio Rahash Tart served in all cabin classes, alongside a Gahwa Tart for First and Business class passengers, and a Toffee Date Cake for passengers traveling in Premium Economy and Economy Class. The airline also lined up special onboard announcements, highlighting the significance of the week. Throughout the week, passengers also enjoyed a wide range of Arabic content, including popular Kuwaiti movies and TV shows like Gergasha, ......read full article

Buddha-Bar Dubai marks Chinese New Year with a special set menu celebration

Dubai, 3 February 2026 - Buddha-Bar Dubai invites you to welcome Chinese New Year with a refined dining experience celebrating the Year of the Fire Horse, running from 16 to 22 February at its iconic Grosvenor House location. This year’s celebration focuses on culinary tradition and atmosphere, pairing Buddha-Bar Dubai’s signature Pan-Asian cuisine with a carefully curated Chinese New Year set menu, accompanied by music from the venue’s resident DJ. Priced at AED 400 per person, the set menu brings together a selection of symbolic and celebratory dishes inspired by New Year traditions across Asia. The experience begins with Tteokguk, a Korean-style New Year soup traditionally enjoyed to mark fresh beginnings, followed by a series of cold and hot starters including ......read full article

Amelia dubai sets the scene for a romantic valentine's day celebration

Dubai, UAE, 03 February, 2026 – This Valentine’s Day, Amelia Dubai invites couples to celebrate love over an evening of refined Nikkei cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and immersive music, set within its signature retro-futuristic steampunk surroundings at Address Sky View. At the heart of the experience is Amelia’s award-winning à la carte menu, where guests can dive into a journey of Japanese-Peruvian flavours, paired with the venue’s celebrated mixology and warm, theatrical ambience. From early evening dining to late-night lounging, the space is transformed with romantic touches, creating an intimate yet vibrant setting for February 14th. The night is elevated by a special live percussion performance by Michel Atallah, whose emotive rhythms perform ......read full article

Mayo Clinic maps patients' brain waves to personalize epilepsy treatment

February 3rd, 2026 Mayo Clinic researchers have developed a new, personalized approach to deep brain stimulation (DBS) for people with drug-resistant epilepsy. By mapping each patient's unique brain wave patterns, the method allows physicians to target the precise area in the brain where stimulation is most effective, moving beyond the traditional one-size-fits-all approach. DBS involves implanting electrodes in the brain to deliver electrical pulses that help prevent and control seizures. While effective, DBS is typically administered with electrodes placed in the same brain region across most patients. Mayo Clinic physician-scientists are now tailoring the treatment to an individual's seizure network before DBS placement. "Our unique approach aims to tailor ......read full article

Etihad rail launches campaign to accelerate shift from road to rail freight

New campaign targets logistics, manufacturing and heavy industry leaders across the UAE Highlights reliability, scale and cost advantages of rail freight for long-haul and bulk cargo Positions rail as a proven, operational solution ready to support the UAE’s next phase of industrial growth Abu Dhabi, UAE – 02 February 2026: Etihad Rail has today launched a national awareness campaign designed to encourage logistics providers, manufacturers and heavy industry to shift long-haul freight from road to rail. The campaign comes as the UAE’s industrial and logistics sectors enter a new phase of growth, placing increased pressure on road networks, delivery reliability and operating costs. The campaign positions rail freight not as an alternative in principle, but as ......read full article

Global Air Cargo Demand Achieved Record Volume in 2025

30 January 2025 (Geneva) - The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for full year 2025 and December 2025 global air cargo market performance showing: Full-year demand for 2025, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTK), increased 3.4% compared to 2024 (4.2% for international operations). Full-year capacity in 2025, measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers (ACTK), increased by 3.7% compared to 2024 (5.1% for international operations). December 2025 brought the year to a close with continued strong performance. Global demand was 4.3% above December 2024 levels (5.5% for international operations). Global capacity was 4.5% above December 2024 levels (6.4% for international operations). Additionally, IATA noted that full-year yields fell ......read full article

Abu Dhabi Airports closes 2025 with record traffic as Zayed International emerges as EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport

AUH becomes EMEA's fastest-growing mega airport after record 32.5m passengers First time in history that Abu Dhabi's annual traffic has crossed 30m passengers Traffic across five airports marks 19th straight quarter of double-digit passenger growth Abu Dhabi, UAE, 29 January 2026: Abu Dhabi Airports, operator of the emirate's five airports including the flagship Zayed International Airport (AUH), recorded more than 33m annual passengers in 2025, the largest influx of travellers in the emirate's history. This sustained trajectory has seen traffic volumes across the emirate's five airports double over the past three years, while AUH has emerged as the fastest-growing mega airport in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region based on the latest traffic ......read full article

From the Gulf to the Rockies: Etihad Airways launches first-ever nonstop flights between the Middle East and Calgary

Etihad accelerates global expansion with its first nonstop service to Western Canada, expanding long-haul network Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced the launch of the first-ever nonstop flights between the UAE and Calgary, creating a new strategic air link between the Middle East and Western Canada. Launching on 3 November 2026, the route marks another step in Etihad’s global expansion and supports Abu Dhabi’s long-term ambitions to drive international trade, tourism and investment. The new service directly links two globally recognised centres of energy, innovation and culture, strengthening economic ties while opening new opportunities for business and leisure travellers alike. It connects Abu ......read full article