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Ride-hailing has become part of everyday movement across the UAE, supporting journeys to offices, airports, shopping destinations and public transport hubs. Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority reported that public transport, shared mobility and taxis served 802.1 million riders in 2025, showing the scale of demand for connected urban transport. That scale has raised passenger expectations, … The post The top 5 essentials UAE residents expect from ride-hailing appeared first on Biz Today.

Dubai, UAE, 4 February 2026 – Emirates marked UAE-Kuwait Week with a series of special onboard initiatives, marking the longstanding ties that unite the UAE and the State of Kuwait. the occasion, the airline introduced a special selection of traditional desserts across all cabin classes on its 30 weekly flights between Dubai and Kuwait. This included a Pistachio Rahash Tart served in all cabin classes, alongside a Gahwa Tart for First and Business class passengers, and a Toffee Date Cake for passengers traveling in Premium Economy and Economy Class. The airline also lined up special onboard announcements, highlighting the significance of t

18 November 2025 (Brussels) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reiterated its strong concern that proposed reforms by the European Parliament to EU261 consumer rights regulation will entrench and worsen its flaws, which have ensured ever-rising costs to consumers and airlines, while failing to tackle the main concerns of passengers. The shortcomings of EU261 have been known for years. In June, European governments finally acted to put in place changes to EU261 that would safeguard connectivity and preserve the competitiveness of European aviation. While far from perfect, the European Council attempted to achieve a more b