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Lucky Voice Dubai Brings Back the Ultimate Wednesday Ladies' Night
Lucky Voice Dubai is giving Wednesdays a fresh reason to go out with its weekly Ladies' Night, featuring unlimited selected house beverages, live DJ entertainment, and its famous karaoke experience from 8 PM until midnight.
28 Jul 2026
Best Places to Play Pickleball in Dubai in 2026
25 Jul 2026
Davido Returns to BLU Dubai This Saturday for an Exclusive One-Night Live Set
Davido is returning to BLU Dubai on Saturday, July 25, for an exclusive live club performance. With demand already surging, the event is shaping up to be one of Dubai's most talked-about nightlife experiences this weekend.
23 Jul 2026
Dubai Student Builds AI Gymnastics App Used by 3,000 Athletes Worldwide
A 15-year-old student at Repton Dubai has created an AI-assisted gymnastics judging platform with more than 3,000 users worldwide. Viktoria Leusheva's app is helping athletes receive expert feedback while reshaping how rhythmic gymnastics is evaluated.
21 Jul 2026
Dubai Visa Rules Changed in 2026 With Faster Approvals and New Entry Options
Dubai and the UAE introduced some of their biggest visa reforms in 2026, including new visa-on-arrival eligibility, 48-hour tourist visa processing, updated property investor rules, and new travel requirements. Here's everything travelers and residents need to know.
21 Jul 2026
Omega x Swatch's Gold MoonSwatch Is Dropping in the UAE, But You Have Hours Left to Apply
The most exclusive MoonSwatch ever made is now available through a unique application process instead of a traditional launch. With only 1,969 pieces worldwide and the deadline closing on July 21, UAE collectors are racing against the clock.
20 Jul 2026
Watch Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final Live at Vice Dubai
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final on July 19, and Vice Dubai is hosting a live watch party with giant screens, unlimited buffet packages, and four hours of food and drinks in Business Bay.
19 Jul 2026
Chaos Karts Dubai Offers 20% Off Every Tuesday This July
Chaos Karts Dubai is offering 20% off online bookings every Tuesday this July. The immersive AR go-kart experience combines real racing with video game-style power-ups, making it one of Dubai's most exciting indoor summer activities.
19 Jul 2026
Dubai Beach Football FanZone Has One Final Weekend Left
Dubai's beachfront Football FanZone at Logs & Embers Smokehouse is wrapping up on July 19. Fans still have one last chance to catch live matches on giant screens while enjoying barbecue, beachfront seating, beverages, and late-night tournament action on Palm Jumeirah.
18 Jul 2026
Picasso And KAWS Are Sharing Opera Gallery Dubai This Summer
Picasso, KAWS, Yayoi Kusama, Marc Chagall, Shepard Fairey and Fernando Botero are all featured in one Dubai exhibition this summer. Opera Gallery's Summer Vibes is free to visit in DIFC until August 31, making it one of the city's biggest cultural events of the season.
17 Jul 2026
iPhone 18 Pro Launch Timeline Just Leaked And Apple Fans Are Counting Down
Apple has yet to confirm its September event, but a new report predicts when the iPhone 18 Pro, iOS 27, and the rumored foldable iPhone could arrive. Here's the timeline everyone is watching.
17 Jul 2026
One Piece Star Mackenyu Is Coming To Abu Dhabi For MEFCC 2026
Netflix's live-action Zoro is officially heading to the UAE. Mackenyu has been announced as the first celebrity guest for MEFCC 2026 in Abu Dhabi, giving anime fans the chance to meet him during the three-day pop culture event.
16 Jul 2026
Dubai Summer Deals Include Free Kids Entry at Top Attractions
Dubai's biggest Kids Go Free campaign is back, giving families free access to attractions including the Museum of the Future, AYA Universe, Expo City Dubai and more. Here's where children can enter free before these offers expire.
15 Jul 2026
Sid Vohra Details Bugatti’s Final W16 Porcelain Masterpiece
Sid Vohra spotlights Bugatti’s one-off W16 Mistral Blanc Éternel, a 1,600 PS porcelain-clad farewell where digital design, hand craftsmanship and hypercar history collide in one outrageous final statement.
15 Jul 2026
Dubai's Biggest July Announcements: New Roads, New Trains, New Everything, Dubai's July Update
Dubai and the UAE rolled out a wave of major announcements this July, spanning AI, transport, culture, aviation, and infrastructure. Here's everything you need to know in one place.
15 Jul 2026
Dubai Tech Circles Are Buzzing Over Apple's Rumored 2026 Drop List
Apple is reportedly preparing more than 15 product launches in 2026, including its first foldable iPhone, AI smart glasses, and a redesigned MacBook Pro. Here's what the most credible leaks are saying and why Dubai consumers are paying attention.
14 Jul 2026
16 Summer Shopping Essentials to buy in Dubai right now
14 Jul 2026
DEKA FIT Dubai Debuts at Coca-Cola Arena This September
Think you're fitter than your friends? DEKA FIT Dubai is bringing its global 10-zone fitness race to Coca-Cola Arena this September, giving everyone a shot at testing their strength, stamina and speed in one of the city's biggest new sporting events.
13 Jul 2026
Dubai Offers Free ChatGPT Training To Learners Everywhere
Dubai has opened its free AI certification programme to anyone in the world, giving learners access to official training in ChatGPT, prompt engineering, and generative AI. No residency, tuition, or previous experience is required.
12 Jul 2026
UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed Marks 77th Birthday in Scotland
A 60-vehicle convoy, helicopters, and heightened security announced Sheikh Mohammed's arrival in Scotland ahead of his 77th birthday. The annual trip to his sprawling Highland estate is already making headlines long before the celebrations begin.
12 Jul 2026
This Saturday Is Absolutely Breaking Sports Fans' Sleep Schedules
July 11 is delivering one of the busiest sports days of 2026. World Cup quarterfinals, Conor McGregor's UFC return, the Wimbledon women's final and the Tour de France all land within the same 24 hours, giving Dubai fans an all-night watch list.
11 Jul 2026
Travel on Etihad Rail and enjoy up to 25% off Fujairah hotels
10 Jul 2026
Dubai's Most Scenic Train Just Made Its Comeback And Everyone Is Booking A Ride
Dubai's Palm Monorail has officially resumed operations after months of scheduled maintenance. With fares starting from AED 10 and trains arriving every 15 minutes, one of the city's most scenic rides is back just in time for summer adventures.
10 Jul 2026
Dubai's Neighbor Is Building the World's First Longevity Island and Wellness Island
The UAE is about to debut the world's first longevity and wellness island, where luxury living meets advanced health science. With villas priced up to AED 130 million, SHA Island is already becoming one of the country's most talked-about real estate projects.
10 Jul 2026