✨Ramadan Mubarak, Fasting Hours In UAE & Rawan Speaks After Prison Release 🥺

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February 18, 2026

How’s the first day of Ramadan treating y’all? 👀 About 49% of Dubai folks seem to have welcomed it with surprising energy this morning, and here’s what the rest of them thought - Subscribe to the Lovin’ Dubai Whatsapp Channel and join the convo 🫡

RAMADAN MUBARAK

The UAE Just Confirmed Official Dates For Ramadan 2026! 🙌

  • It’s finally that time of the year! The most awaited Ramadan dates have been announced and clearly none of us could keep calm 😌

  • The UAE’s Presidential Court confirmed that Wednesday, February 18 (TODAYYY) will mark the first day of the holy month following the official moon sighting in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday evening 🗓️

  • On the blessed occasion, heartfelt congratulations were extended by the UAE leaders including Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum 👑

  • If you were on Instagram earlier, you probably had a feeling it was coming. Ahead of the official confirmation, Dubai’s Crown Prince Hamdan shared a Ramadan Mubarak post, and honestly, that was enough for most people to start planning Suhoor menus 👀

  • Looking ahead, Eid Al Fitr is expected to begin on Friday, March 20, according to astronomical predictions. Just like the start of Ramadan, the exact date will depend on the Shawwal crescent sighting 🌙

FEEL GOOD NEWS

UAE Residents Heard Tiny Cries From A Pole… And Stepped In To Save The Day! 🐾

  • Okay, this is your wholesome content of the day ✨

  • Residents in the UAE were going about their day when they suddenly heard faint little cries coming from inside a restaurant pole… and that’s when they realised a small cat was trapped inside 🥺

  • Residents jumped into action. One of the restaurant workers stepped in to help, and together they carefully began removing the bricks around the base of the pole to create space for the kitten to escape. Piece by piece, they worked patiently, making sure not to hurt her 🙌

  • The kitten stayed hidden at first. But with gentle encouragement and a lot of patience, she finally made her way out. Safe. Sound. And no longer stuck ❤️

RAMADAN IS ALMOST HERE!

16 Must-Try Iftar Spots In Dubai This Ramadan 🌙

There’s something extra special about Iftar in Dubai. It’s a time for shared moments, laughter, and comfort food with the people you love. As the city slows down, every table feels a little warmer ❤️

  • 16. Celebrate Ramadan with Arabic Delicacies and rooftop views:

    Mövenpick’s Ramadan experience takes place outdoors on a beautifully lit rooftop with traditional souk-style decor, live Oud music, a luqaimat and Arabic coffee station, and a photo corner in a “majlis” setup 😋

  • 15. Lanterns, live grills & dessert goals:

    Up on Palm West Beach, Frenia Rooftop Lounge brings sunset vibes with killer views of Ain Dubai, Dubai Marina, and the Gulf. Lanterns, soft Arabic beats, and open-air seating set the perfect chill Ramadan mood 😍

  • 14. Ramadan Iftar done right:

    Wagah Border at Four Points is serving up a proper Iftar spread. Start with dates, lentil soup, and mezze, then hit the live chaat and shawarma stations. Mains cover everything from Arabic and Indian classics to pasta and biryani, and dessert is all the favourites… kunafa, baklava, vermicelli kheer, plus jallab, rooh afza, and masala chai to wash it down. DELICIOUSSSS 😮‍💨

  • 13. Soulful Iftar with Tulum energy:

    GITANO Dubai is ditching the tent for sand underfoot, golden sunsets, and bold Tulum-inspired flavours. Set on J1 Beach, the Iftar experience blends the call to prayer with the sound of the sea, and a beautiful Iftar spread as the sky turns indigo 🏙️

  • 12. A fresh take on Ramadan gatherings in Dubai:

    Marsa Boulevard, Dubai’s new seasonal waterfront spot, is bringing a fresh take to Ramadan with The Majlis, a unique space perfect for holy month gatherings. Inspired by the Season of Wulfa, the venue offers iftar set menus at Mara and Solenn, sweet treats like TŌRI x Around The Block’s falooda cake and Ratwa’s rangeena date cookies, plus special Ramadan coffees from WatchHouse made with rare beans from Ethiopia and Panama 🙌

  • 11. A relaxed seaside Iftar with classic flavours and calm Palm Jumeirah vibes:

    Bring your loved ones together for a cozy Iftar by the water at Kempinski the Palm. Set along the shores of Palm Jumeirah, this Iftar is all about good food and unhurried moments ❤️

  • READ UP THE TOP 10 HERE! 👀

NEWS

Kuwaiti Influencer Rawan Bin Hussain Said Prison Saved Her Life ❤️‍🩹

  • Kuwaiti influencer Rawan Bin Hussain shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, marking her first post since her release from prison. Her post reveals a deeply personal journey of pain, loss, and recovery 🥺

  • Rawan recounted that in November 2024, she was admitted to the ICU following a suicide attempt. Despite appearing to have it all, she revealed that deep down, she was struggling 😞

  • Personal tragedies, including her divorce and the death of her mother, pushed her into harmful coping mechanisms. She turned to binge drinking, overusing psychiatric medication, and overtraining, while surrounding herself with the wrong people 🙅‍♀️

  • She credits her time in prison with saving her life. “Prison saved my life because I knew my ending would have been tragic,” she wrote. The experience forced her to confront her struggles, and she described it as a chance to “rise, to grow and to shine,” this time with a new mindset 👏🏼

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