RTA Shares An Update For Dubai Metro Users
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RTA is regularly informing passengers about Dubai Metro operations, and in a recent update posted on X, formerly Twitter, RTA has announced updates and station reopenings on the Red Line.

UAE Announces End Of The Storm, Recovery Phase Begins
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UAE faced its worst storm, with a day of thunderstorms, hail, lightning, and flooding. Now, as recovery begins, authorities confirm the storm's end.

DXB Issues Advisory With Terminal 1 Entry Limited Only To Passengers With Confirmed Departures
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Due to crowding, access to DXB's Terminal 1 is now strictly limited to guests with confirmed departures.

Remote Working Extended For Public Sector In Dubai For The Rest Of The Week
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To ensure public safety, the Dubai government has extended remote working for public sector employees for a further two days on Thursday, 18 April, and Friday, 19 April.

DXB Update: Check-in For Emirates and flydubai Reopens At Terminal 3
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Dubai International Airport (DXB) has issued a new notification for passengers via X, formerly Twitter. As per the update, check-in services for Emirates and flydubai have resumed at Terminal 3.

Unstable Weather Conditions To Continue Across UAE Until Wednesday
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After the Eid holidays, UAE residents return to work amidst unpredictable weather conditions. The National Centre of Meteorology warns of fluctuating weather patterns until Wednesday, 17 April.

5.9 Million Passengers Used Public Transport During Eid Holidays
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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported that public transport, taxis, and shared mobility vehicles collectively transported approximately 5.9 million passengers during the Eid Al Fitr holiday from 10 to 12 April 2024.

When Can You Expect The Next Holiday In The UAE?
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Now that the Eid Al Fitr Holidays are over, it's back to the grind for all of us. But if you're still feeling the holiday vibe, don't fret! There's a long weekend on the horizon in June, as UAE astronomers have predicted the first day of Eid Al Adha.

Dubai To Get A New 1.6km Long Tunnel To Ease Traffic Flow Between Key Areas
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Dubai is all set to get a new tunnel featuring six lanes stretching over 1,650 metres. This tunnel will accommodate up to 12,000 vehicles per hour in each direction.

RTA Launches Eid Initiatives For Orphans, People Of Determination And Students
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RTA has partnered with various organisations including the Emirates Red Crescent, Rashid Centre for People of Determination, Al Etihad Charity Foundation, Keolis MHI and Roxy Cinema to launch a series of Eid Al-Fitr initiatives.

Free Parking Announced In Dubai And Abu Dhabi For Eid Al Fitr
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Abu Dhabi and Dubai have announced free parking and public transport schedules for the festive week of Eid Al Fitr. These services will be in effect until Sunday, 14 April and the regular schedule will resume on Monday, 15 April. 

Emirates To Expand Flight Schedules For Eid Al Fitr
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To ensure travellers enjoy a safe and hassle-free experience over the Eid Al Fitr holidays, Emirates, has announced an expansion of its schedules across the region with 19 additional flights.

Skyscanner Identifies 'Celebration Vacationers' as Emerging Travel Trend This Eid Al Fitr
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As Eid Al Fitr approaches, UAE residents are eagerly waiting to travel for the holidays. Recognising this trend in holiday travel, Skyscanner, a global travel app, has identified a new type of traveller emerging among UAE residents ahead of Eid.

Dubai Gets Its First 24 Karat Gold Note
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Dubai, renowned for its luxury and opulence, is often associated with its Gold Souq and prized gold treasures. Adding to the city's allure, Dian Jewellery, in collaboration with Finmet DMCC and Valaurum, has launched Dubai's inaugural 24K gold note.