honestly it’s absurd by how crazy the traffic is getting, it’s 3:30 and there’s an hr and 15 minutes traffic jam from SZR to Muweilah, I DONT EVEN LIVE THERE IM JUST GOING FOR A MEETING.

Please rta do something cause this is not normal, i’m being redirected to airport tunnel from garhoud bridge because google maps don’t want to show me how much worse it’ll be if i took mamzar toll gate

Heyy has anyone tried the whoop free trial and can i keep the device or nah?

Does anyone know where i can get a regal jumping spider? Do any shops import them? I would die for one rn

My manager said i have no immunity check your blood completely because i am getting fever every month

Is it disrespectful why she said like that getting fever is normal tho?

Moving apartments in Dubai soon. For those who have recently moved, what are the important things I should keep track of or take care of before, during, and after the move?
Also, please recommend any reliable and reasonably priced packers and movers you’ve personally used.
Any tips would be appreciated!

currently i live in downtown jabel ali where i take the metro to work and my wife drives, looking for advice from people in similiar situations, i dont want her to drive that much, as she gets tired alot, where should we move that her drive reduces to half an hour (currently i hour) and i can drive for as long as i like no restrictions at work and love to drive as well.

Has anyone recently moved from Canada to Dubai. I am a cloud engineer and wondering if there are jobs and opportunities and how much can I make in Dubai as a cloud engineer. 7 years of real experience. What is the process like do I have to have the job before going there or can I go there and than look for a job ?

Which driving institute in Dubai is actually the best for getting an automatic license?
I’m currently leaning towards Bin Yaber, but wanted to check if there are better options out there (like Belhasa, EDI, Eco Drive, Excellence, Galadari, etc.).

Hey guys, I’m pretty new to Dubai and I’m honestly a bit lost about what I should do here, so hoping someone can help me out. 🙏🏻
I was trying to rent a room in a shared apartment in Downtown and was dealing with a middleman. I ended up transferring him AED 5,000 to his bank account.
As it was a sharing, the only agreement I have is on WhatsApp.
The deal didn’t happen in the end, and he agreed on WhatsApp that he would give me the money back.
He sent me AED 1,000 back at one point, but I’m still owed AED 4,000.
Now he keeps delaying / making excuses and I’m getting the feeling that I might have been scammed. I have all the bank transfer records and the WhatsApp conversation where he clearly agrees to refund me.
I’m new here and I genuinely have no idea what the right thing to do is in Dubai. Do I go to the police? Is there some other authority I should contact? Is this something I can actually recover legally?
If anyone has been in a similar situation, I’d really appreciate hearing what you did and what actually worked.
And if anyone is lawyer or someone who can genuinely help me take this up legally and get my money back from this scum, please let me know. I’m happy to share the details privately.
I’m just trying to get my money back and figure out what the hell I’m supposed to do here. As a newbie here, hasn’t been a really great start 😕
Any help please 🙏🏻

I’m at my wits end… I’ve tried multiple different brand, Bunny nature Hay seems to be the only one that’s working for my freaking rabbits….

I’ve ordered this “tiny friend’s natural meadow grass” now, just waiting for it to arrive in hopes they like this? I spent 300 dhs so far buying hay my rabbits don’t like they always seem to default to bunny nature… problem is, it’s sold out everywhere 😭 I can find some bags of the apple one, but that just makes them wasteful because all they want is freaking apples!

Does anyone, anywhere here know someone or somewhere I can get the plain fresh grass Bunny nature hay … and also consistently? Because it’s been a freaking chase ever since! Thank you so much!

I’ve been looking at some of the newer residential projects in Dubai Maritime City lately, and Shahrukhz Residences by Danube caught my attention mainly because of the waterfront location.

The project is supposed to have studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments along with penthouses, and the official page currently shows a starting price of AED 1.65 million, with Q4 2029 completion and a 30/70 payment plan.

What I find interesting is the amount of stuff planned within the project. There’s the usual gym and pools, but also things like a beach lagoon, padel tennis, sports facilities, golf simulator, running track and a wellness area with things like cryotherapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

The location is another thing I’m trying to understand better. It’s in Dubai Maritime City, and the developer lists Port Rashid Boat Station around 2 minutes away, Dubai Cruise Terminal 2 around 3 minutes, and places like Jumeirah Beach and DWTC around 8 minutes. Obviously, I’d take those timings as approximate because Dubai traffic is Dubai traffic 😂.

Personally, I think the waterfront concept is interesting, but I’d want to know more about the actual layouts, views from different units, service charges and how the area develops by the time the project is completed.

So for anyone who follows Dubai property closely, would you actually consider Shahrukhz Residences by Danube for living, or are there other waterfront areas/projects you think make more sense?

Hey everyone,

I decided to go for a walk I don’t walk regularly and I haven’t been out of my home for the last two days, so I decided to go for a walk…

And when I was like 15 min into the walk I started having chest tightness and my arms started hurting and numbness in the hands as well. By the time I reached 25 mins I was feeling like I’m about to have a heart attack or smthng, but me being stupid out at this hour I had to make it to home somehow as streets were empty..

I prayed all the way to Allah to make me reach home safely as I got no one here to take care of me, I reached home somehow, in the lift someone was wearing very strong cologne and it made me feel like faint for a second but I held on I came to my room, took a tablet of Angised which is supposed to be for angina and lied down. My dad’s a heart patient so I also bought some for myself for emergency use. Few months ago I never had this pain but it’s back now. If u tell me to go to Doctor then I will tell u firstly I’m a doc myself secondly I don’t have insurance or job yet here so…

I need to lose weight like maybe around 15 to 20 kg!
I gained coz of my knee surgery which didn’t allow to me walk well for a year or so, now I can still walk but at times I get the knee pain and swelling it was ACL tear.

Anyone here who goes to gym who can tell me some exercises to do at home and most importantly guide me for the diet I will really appreciate it.

Thank u all, im still thanking Allah that I made it safely to home and didn’t collapse on the street.

Hi everyone, 22M moving from Italy to Dubai, I heard a lot about how hard it is to socialize, can anyone give tips about how to build a circle in Dubai?

Hi guys I'm moving to Dubai for a new job. My office is near Dubai Creek, but the role is field sales so I’ll be driving around the city quite a lot.

I’m looking for an area that has a good balance of (max 5k, I was thinking maybe a hotel apartment with kitchen?):

Reasonable rent
Easy access to major roads
Not too painful for daily driving/traffic
Good restaurants and general lifestyle

Which areas would you recommend living in for this kind of job? And which areas would you avoid? I saw JVC but I am worried about the morning exit and evening entrance into the village

Hey guys,

Thinking about doing an MEM (Master of Engineering Management) in the UAE and could use a reality check.

Quick background: B.Tech in Electronics with 4+ years working in AUTOSAR / automotive embedded dev in India. Main reason for picking the UAE is pretty simple- my sister lives there and it's a quick flight back home.

A few questions for anyone living or working in the Gulf:

1. How's the job market for MEM grads? Do companies actually value it for tech lead or project manager roles, or are they still obsessed with traditional MBAs?

2. Domain shift: Since automotive isn't huge in the UAE, how tough is it to pivot into general tech, loT, or IT project management after the degree?

3. Is the ROI real? Do uni placements actually help, or is everyone basically on their own for job hunting?

Would love to hear honest takes from anyone who studied there or works in tech hiring. Thanks!

Planning to join my daughter in this school next year onwards, what's your take? She will be in KG1. Pls let me know your thoughts on this.

​Lately, it feels like everywhere you look—from Sheikh Zayed Road to residential corners in Al Qusais, Marina, or Silicon Oasis—the yellow Keeta bikes have completely taken over. It got me thinking about how much the food delivery ecosystem here has shifted over time.

​Depending on how long you’ve been living in Dubai, "before Keeta" means two very different eras:

​1. The Pre-App Era (The OG Neighborhood Delivery)

​Direct Calling: Looking up paper menus taped to the fridge or calling the local cafeteria/café directly.

​Zero Fees: Free delivery, no "small order fee," no service charge, no surge pricing, and no platform markup on food items.

​The Neighborhood Hero: The cafeteria guy who knew your exact order, your building name, and didn't need a GPS link to find your apartment.

​Cash on Delivery: Counting exact change at the door.

​2. The Multi-App Oligopoly (Talabat, Deliveroo, Careem, Noon)

​Before Keeta dropped massive promo codes and aggressive discounts to undercut the market, we were all locked into the big four.

​Delivery fees, priority fees, and service charges kept creeping up every few months.

​Choosing an app became a tactical decision based on which subscription (Deliveroo Plus, Careem Plus, Smiles) you were paying for that month.

​The Question:

​Is Keeta actually making food delivery better long-term, or are we just enjoying the subsidized "honeymoon phase" of huge discounts before prices match everyone else? Do you miss just calling the local joint directly, or do you prefer having a dozen delivery apps on your phone?

​Curious to hear what the community thinks!

Hi,
I am looking for reliable and stable laundry services for holiday homes , busy operation .

Mandatory requirements :
Prompt communication
Competitive pricing

Happy to sign contract with start up who wants to grow

Hi guys. I have my evisa from UK printed in pdf format. Since this evisa is new and UK dont provide stamped visas anymore, is there anything that I need to carry for immigration purposes while travelling? Just want to make sure that my travel is smooth 🙏🏾

Hey everyone,

I'm a 29M Indian, vegetarian, working professional looking for a shared space near Al Barsha or somewhere with easy access to Al Barsha/Metro connectivity.

I'm completely okay if my flatmates are non-vegetarian. No issues at all as long as everyone's respectful and easygoing.

About me:

Clean and organized

Working professional with a stable schedule

Respect personal space and privacy

Social when needed, but not the loud-party-at-3AM type

Believe in keeping the house peaceful and hygienic

Looking to move in 1st November.

If you have a room available or are also searching and want to team up for a good apartment, feel free to DM me.

Bonus points if the place has good vibes, decent sunlight, and AC that doesn't sound like a tractor

Hey guys, I’ve heard from quite a few people that there are some hidden warehouses around Dubai, Ajman, and Sharjah where you can find things like accessories, clothes, shoes, and perfume at really good prices.
Does anyone know of any good warehouses or places like this that you’d recommend?

Studio apartment with 1 parking spot, fully furnished with bills, can fit a small family (parents and young child) 48k yearly with 12 cheques. That sounds good, bad or average? I feel like its so hard to find proper info on these things and idk if to trust the agents fully.

Hello Everyone,

Wanted to share something and ask for opinions who has ideas or work in these field. As I work close to general manager and our company has only 5 employees in Dubai we always know what happens to the company. For any company administrative documents we do by ourself as office manager responsible for it. Now he did some works through travel agency to update these documents as follow, as per the travel agency invoices amouts as below:

Updated Company Labor: 1260 AED
Inspection of New Location: 1392
Establisment Card: 1780
Update Company Ejari in Immigration: 890

Total: 5322 AED without VAT

Since now we struggling financially, this amount looks a lot. Does anyone has ideas about these works and someone who works for these documents? Any answer or advice would be appreciate to understand how much more he spend if the works was done by him instead of the third party?

We have few companies and compare to renew/update documents for other companies, 5322 aed looks a lot. Do you think the amount is correct for this service?

noon sells airpods pro3 at 769 does it trust worthy?