India and UAE Expand Student Mobility with New Higher-Education Pact
Emirates Adds Four Weekly Dubai–Manila Flights to Ease Expat Demand
Visa Delays Push UAE Residents to Book Summer Travel Six Months Early
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Emirates Drops Plant-Based ‘Meat’ in Favour of Whole-Food Vegan Menus
Emirates will eliminate processed plant-based ‘meat’ products from its vegan offerings, replacing them with whole-food dishes sourced partly from its own vertical farms. The shift affects special-meal planning for business travellers and underscores the airline’s sustainability branding.
Abu Dhabi Retains ‘World’s Safest City’ Crown—A Draw for Global Talent
Numbeo’s 2026 survey again names Abu Dhabi the world’s safest city, a metric that directly lowers hardship allowances and bolsters the emirate’s attractiveness for expatriate assignments. Employers can leverage the ranking to negotiate more cost-efficient relocation packages.
Dubai pilots pooled-SUV school transport to cut peak-hour congestion
From mid-January 2026, selected Dubai schools will swap large buses for smart-routed shared SUVs. The pilot promises faster commutes, lower fees and less congestion—potentially improving quality of life for expatriate families and easing traffic around major business districts.