Emirati fashion student Mariam Mohamed has been crowned Miss Universe UAE 2025 after a rigorous selection process. She will make history as the first Emirati contestant to represent the UAE at the global Miss Universe pageant in Thailand next month

Dubai’s dining scene takes to the outdoors with stunning terrace gardens that blend fine cuisine, lush greenery, and panoramic views. From Mediterranean escapes to desert chic, here are seven restaurants redefining alfresco dining in the city

Dubai and Abu Dhabi are buzzing this weekend with events ranging from luxury brunches and music festivals to desert spectacles and live concerts. Whether it’s food, culture, or nightlife, there’s a unique experience waiting for every taste and mood

Phocuswright’s Middle East Travel Market Report 2025 reveals a tourism revolution driven by national investments, digital adoption, sustainability, and luxury demand, positioning the region as a global hub for culture-rich, high-spending experiences and intra-regional travel growth

Emaar has confirmed the reopening of the Dubai Fountain on October 1, following a five-month renovation that upgraded its mechanical systems, lighting, and sound, delivering a more immersive, visually striking, and spectacular show for millions of visitors

Arab cinema takes center stage at the 98th Academy Awards as films from Palestine, Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco, Iraq, and Sweden showcase unique stories that explore memory, identity, and resilience, reflecting the diversity and richness of the region’s storytellers

Leonardo DiCaprio and Benicio del Toro star together for the first time in One Battle After Another, directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The epic adventure drama follows ex-revolutionaries reuniting for a daring mission, hitting UAE cinemas on September 25

Kazem, a Palestinian ice cream institution shuttered in Gaza during war, has reopened in Ajman, UAE. Serving ice cream and its renowned barrad drink, the shop offers Palestinian families a nostalgic taste of home and enduring resilience

Dubai Maritime Authority has launched a streamlined licensing service for international visitors, recognising approved foreign boating permits and promoting maritime safety while enhancing Dubai’s position as a global destination for leisure and water-based tourism

Speaking ahead of this weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah, the prince expressed the country’s growing interest in acquiring a Formula One team, adding that the momentum surrounding the sport’s expansion makes such a move increasingly likely

From winter through April, Zulfi, over 200 kilometers northwest of Riyadh, becomes a hotspot for adrenaline seekers across Saudi Arabia, gathering to participate in or witness “tatees” — dune bashing that showcases the nation’s passion for powerful vehicles and desert thrills

In 2024, the game surpassed 100 million unique players, reaffirming its lasting popularity. Scopely’s acquisition ensures the continuity of the title, with plans to leverage its expertise in live-service games to enhance the experience for players