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October in the UAE will be wetter and warmer than usual, according to the National Centre of Meteorology (NCM). The monthly outlook expects rainfall slightly above the October average of 5.2 millimetres, temperatures above the normal of 29.7°C, and high humidity through the month — a mix that also raises the chance of fog. For […]

One of Europe’s biggest airline groups is coming back to Dubai. Lufthansa Group will restore services from late October through four of its airlines — Lufthansa, SWISS, Eurowings and Austrian Airlines — building to as many as 36 flights a week at peak operation. The phased return reconnects Dubai with seven European cities. If you […]

Global Village reopens at 6pm on Wednesday, October 14 for Season 31, under the theme “A More Wonderful World”. Dubai’s most popular family day out runs until May 2027, with pavilions, street food, rides and live entertainment returning to the Dubailand site after the summer closure. Two things to know before opening night: VIP packs […]

Etihad Rail has added six extra trains between Abu Dhabi and Dubai this weekend after the first days of Dubai passenger services drew stronger demand than expected. More than 1,000 extra seats went on sale for Saturday, October 3, with another 1,000-plus seats across three more services on Sunday, October 4. The extra trains follow […]

Dubai’s roads got a major rule change on October 1: trucks are now banned for 16 hours a day on Sheikh Zayed Road and Beirut Street, from 6am to 10pm. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Dubai Police brought in the restrictions to cut rush-hour congestion and improve safety on the emirate’s busiest roads. […]

Dubai Police have arrested 14 members of an international criminal network and seized 2.3 tonnes of drugs valued at more than Dh115.1 million, foiling an attempt to distribute narcotics and psychotropic pills inside the country. The force said specialised teams acted on intelligence that the gang was preparing to distribute a large quantity of drugs, […]

Every part of Dubai Parks and Resorts reopens on Wednesday, October 7 — MOTIONGATE Dubai, Real Madrid World, LEGOLAND Dubai Resort and Riverland all welcome visitors again on the same day, just ahead of the October mid-term break. The destination, on Sheikh Zayed Road towards Abu Dhabi, is Dubai’s biggest theme park cluster: movie-themed rides […]

The region’s biggest beauty trade show returns to Dubai World Trade Centre from October 6 to 8 — and this year it has a new name. Previously Beautyworld Middle East, the event is now Beautyworld Dubai, marking its 30th edition with a rebrand organisers say reflects the city’s shift from a place brands sell into, […]

Dubai has two hotels in the world’s top 15. Atlantis The Royal has climbed to No. 4 in The World’s 50 Best Hotels 2026 — its highest ranking yet — while Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab placed No. 15 in the list unveiled in Paris. The Palm Jumeirah resort also collected two special awards: Best Hotel […]