🛤️ Etihad Rail Routes Revealed, Lowest Temp Recorded & Passport Renewed In 15 Mins! ⏱️

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One more daaayyy to go, but until then… here’s the Dubai updates to get you through the day 🎉

NEWS

Etihad Rail Confirmed The First Routes On Its Long-Awaited Passenger Network

  • You’ll soon be able to travel from Abu Dhabi to Dubai in just one hour. The trains are cruising at a top speed of 200 km/h, making this the fastest, easiest way to get between the two cities.

  • And if you’re headed to Fujairah, you’ll be there in 90 minutes max.

  • Etihad Rail is connecting three key locations across the UAE: Sakamkam (Fujairah), Jumeirah Golf Estates (Dubai), Mohamed bin Zayed City (Abu Dhabi)!

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

  • ❄️ The UAE’s lowest temp recorded today was 0.2 degrees Celsius 🥶

  • A Sharjah taxi driver crashed into a restaurant after accidentally hitting the accelerator instead of the brakes 🚕

  • Dubai Police helped find a resident’s lost diamond rings within an hour 💍

  • 🚦Delivery riders stepped in to clear traffic after the lights stopped working.

  • A Dubai teacher tragically passed away in a road accident.

  • Passport renewed at the airport in JUST 15 MINUTES? Yuppp, only in the UAE! 🇦🇪🤩

SHARABLES
  • Every now and then, you should treat yourself to Saray Spa at Marriott The Palm SPECIFICALLY! Why? Because it won’t be like your average spa day 🧖

  • In a refreshingly honest conversation on the Smashi Business Show, Tajinder Virk — co-founder and Group CEO of Finvasia Group — unpacked why retail investors are almost always playing catch-up to institutions… and why the system itself needs a serious rethink.

  • OMNIYAT just proved that luxury isn’t just about residences… It’s an experience! The ultra-luxury developer marked its 20th anniversary by turning The Lana, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, into a playground of art, design, and unforgettable moments

  • The Fountains of Mercy is a super cool initiative where 50 solar-powered fountains are being set up to provide water to birds and wildlife all around the city ⛲️

NEWS

A Mom Warns Parents After Power Bank Exploded While Kids Were Asleep

  • A Dubai mom has shared a frightening incident after a wireless power bank exploded while her children were asleep, turning an ordinary night into a serious safety scare.

  • Speaking to Lovin’ Dubai, the mom explained that the power bank was charging overnight when it suddenly exploded, causing fire near where her children were sleeping.

  • Thankfully, no one was injured. But the situation could have ended very differently.

  • The mom said she shared the video and her experience to raise awareness, especially since many people still charge devices overnight or close to where they sleep.

  • While power banks are convenient, experts recommend a few basic precautions to stay safe: Avoid charging phones or power banks near beds, pillows, or sofas; Never leave devices charging while sleeping; & Stop using power banks that feel hot, swell, or show damage.

Air Supply Is Bringing 50 Years Of Iconic Love Songs To Dubai

If your playlist has ever leaned into slow dances, late-night feels, or dramatically staring out of a car window, this one’s calling your name. Soft rock legends Air Supply are bringing their 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour to Dubai, landing at Coca-Cola Arena on January 30, 2026, for a night that’s guaranteed to be equal parts nostalgia and pure emotion. With five decades of timeless hits, from Lost in Love to All Out of Love and Making Love Out of Nothing at All, expect soaring vocals, sing-along moments, and that warm, fuzzy feeling only classic love songs can deliver. Whether you grew up with their music or discovered it through your parents’ playlists, this isn’t just a concert, it’s a memory in the making 🎶✨

The Important Bits
📆 Date: January 30, 2026
📍 Location: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai

Get your tickets HERE!

COMMTEXT

👀 Out of Commtext

Well, Lynne… that’s a good question, but maybe we can read the article to find out 😂

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