Dubai has announced the establishment of the International Sports and Entertainment Zone (ISEZA), a new free zone cluster dedicated to sports and entertainment businesses....

Pet owners in Abu Dhabi are urged to register their pets through the TAMM portal as part of a new mandatory registration system aimed at controlling the rising number of stray animals and addressing public health concerns. While fines for non-compliance will not be enforced this year, penalties will be introduced starting in 2026 for those who fail to comply. Grace Period for Compliance Dr. Mariam Al Shamsi, Animal Welfare Support Analyst at the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), explained that the current focus is on raising awareness and encouraging voluntary compliance. “Pet owners will receive guidance and warnings this year, but from next year, penalties will be enforced based on established regulations,” she said. Why the...

Residents in the UAE could enjoy up to five days of holidays to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr 2025, depending on the sighting of the Shawwal moon. If astronomical calculations hold true, UAE nationals and residents are expected to benefit from a long Eid break, combining regular weekend days with the official holiday period. Expected Eid Al-Fitr Holidays in the UAE Eid Al-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. Islamic months (Hijri calendar) are based on the lunar cycle, which means they can last 29 or 30 days depending on the moon sighting. According to astronomical calculations, the UAE's Eid Al-Fitr holidays are expected to begin from Sunday,...