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Pinoy Start-Up Company Awarded AED 50,000 Fund by LBC Express
Congratulations to Amazing Clothing Company for winning the inaugural...
Emirati Royal Passes Away in Tragic Motorcycle Accident
On Saturday (Nov. 29), the entire UAE was shocked...
PH Bureau of Immigration to Implement Strict Monitoring of OFWs Bound for Dubai
A few months ago, three suspects were arrested in...
Dubai Sets World Record for Largest Flag Flown while Skydiving
Congratulations to the Skydive Dubai team for achieving a...
Dubai to Issue Boarding Tickets for Illegal Residents
Important news for illegal residents in Dubai, there will...
Filipina Wins “Female Leader of the Year” in Prestigious Awards for Businesses and Business Leaders in Middle East
OFWs are known for being hardworking and dedicated employees in...
IN PHOTOS: Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Visit Expo 2020 Dubai Site
Two princes. One in Dubai and the other from...
Emirates Sets World Record for Most Nationalities in a Single Flight!
540 passengers of 145 nationalities and various cultures just...
UAE LABOUR
10 Things You Should Know before Working in the UAE
There are things first-time visitors should know when coming to the...
UAE LABOUR
Looking for a Job? Check Out UAE’s New Virtual Job Hunting Platform
Are you looking for a job in the UAE...
50,000 AED Fine if Caught Working while on a Tourist/Visit Visa
Be advised that working in the UAE under a visit...
How to Resign from a Freezone Company
I’ve been working for a freezone company for more...
UAE Labour Law: What Does “Absconding” Mean?
The UAE amnesty program is currently ongoing, and there’s even...
How I Transferred from a Limited Contract to a Freezone Contract
Disclaimer: Please be advised that the article below has...
Understanding Free Zone Companies, UAE Registered & Government-Owned
One of the terms that you will encounter as...
“Not Paying Salary on Time” Illegal: Up to 50K AED Fine for Employer
Recently, we received a message from one of our...
UAE Labour Law: Understanding Annual Leave
Aside from official holiday leaves and sick leaves, workers in...
UAE Announces Official Holiday for Eid Al-Adha 2019
Following the religious month of Ramadan and the festivities...
Is it Right to for an Employer to Keep the Passport of their Employee?
The other day, I was told by my employer...
New Dubai Laws Sanction 5-Day Paternity Leaves, Penalties for Discrimination
Working in the UAE has been among the best...
How to File a Complaint Online for Domestic Workers in the UAE
Many foreign nationals working overseas think that understanding the...
Yeng Constantino, Sam Milby & Bela Padilla in Dubai at Barrio Fiesta & Bayanihan 2019
A day of Filipino food, caroling, concert and parades,...
Top 5 Attractions for Millennials in UAE
Millennials, more than previous generations, have made traveling a...
How to Renew Philippine Passport at the ePassport Renewal Center in WAFI Mall, Dubai
Filipinos in Dubai who want to renew their passports,...
UAE Labour: Steps to Take for Employers when Employees Commit Unlawful Behaviour
As per UAE labour law, when an employee is...
10 Rules for Social Media Users in the UAE
Earlier last month, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid...
10 Things You Should Know before Working in the UAE
There are things first-time visitors should know when coming to the...
10 Reasons Why You Should NOT Become an OFW
Every year, thousands of Filipinos leave the country to...
Cheapest Way to Global Village – Public Transport
The Global Village is one of the most popular destinations...
All About Visa Costs, Overstaying, & Modifying Your Status in UAE
There are different kinds of UAE visas, depending on the...
Cost of Living and Monthly Expenses in Dubai: An Honest and Practical Guide
How much does it cost to live in Dubai?...
List of UAE Public Holidays in 2020 (and Remaining Holidays of 2019)
Earlier this year, the UAE Government issued a decree unifying...
Driving in the UAE: What is Salik and How to Register a Salik Tag
If you’ve heard about the ‘white points’ system for...
Dubai Police Rewards Citizen with New Car, White Points System Explained
As part of the UAE government’s campaign to uphold...
21 Things First-Time Tourists Should Know When Visiting the UAE
A few decades ago, many people have heard of...
Dubai Ruler Warns Against Tarnishing UAE Image on Social Media
On Saturday, August 31, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin...
6 Things to Know in HH Sheikh Mohammed’s Open Letter to UAE Residents & Citizens
The Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE...
New Night Bus Service Launched in Dubai
Aside from the new Dubai-Abu Dhabi bus route introduced lately, there’s...
Attractions
49 AED Entry to Motiongate Dubai at Dubai Parks and Resorts on 14-16 Nov 2019
Heads up UAE! Motiongate Dubai in Dubai Parks and Resorts is running an offer...
Wonder Maze, World’s Largest Mobile Maze, Opens in Dubai and Al Ain
The list of family-friendly attractions in the UAE has just gotten longer! The largest...
Cheapest Way to Dubai Miracle Garden
We received a question from one of our readers on how to get to...
Food & Drink
Hi Five Restaurant & Lounge in Dubai Knowledge Park
Searching for a new place to hang out and enjoy the amazing sights of...
12 Must-Visit Unusual Hangout Spots in Dubai
Winter season is here in Dubai and it's definitely a great time to hang...
Jollibee Opens in Sahara Centre Sharjah!
Jollibee will soon open its 15th store in the UAE and it will be...
Travel
Dubai Expat Assam Artist Designs a Tourist Attraction Map of Lahore, Pakistan
Following the success of creating a detailed tourist attraction map of the country of...
A Beginner’s Travel Guide to Montenegro
Those of you who are planning to travel to a new destination, check out...
Dubai Expat Creates Detailed Tourist Attraction Map of Pakistan
A Pakistani expat in Dubai just created a detailed tourist attraction map especially when...
A Beginner’s Travel Guide to Montenegro
Those of you who are planning to travel to a new destination, check out this travel experience by one of our contributors. Filipino travel...
President Duterte to Attend Opening of Expo 2020 Dubai
Starting from October 20, 2020 until April 20, 2021, the UAE is set to host what is already being dubbed as “the world’s greatest...
Man Found Still Alive After Hanging from Ceiling, Passes Away in Hospital
Regardless of the situation or circumstance, cases of suicide are always tragic affairs. It is truly saddening to hear about people who seem to...
DFA Launches New Passport Renewal Center in WAFI Mall, Oud Metha – No Appointment Needed
To all Filipinos in the UAE, please be advised that there is now a new process for you to renew your Philippine passport. The...
How to Renew Philippine Passport at the ePassport Renewal Center in WAFI Mall, Dubai
Filipinos in Dubai who want to renew their passports, there is now a new OPTION by going to the PH ePassport Renewal Center (PaRC)...
AED 10,000 Fine, 1-Year Jail Term for Sexual Harassment Offenders
Cases of abuse, including sexual harassment, are taken seriously in the UAE. A hefty fine and prison term await those who are found guilty...
PHOTOS: Expats Save Lives of 2 Window Cleaners Dangling Outside Building
The safety of workers must be considered at all times, as this is mandated by the UAE Labour Law. This includes window cleaners, who...
A Story Takes Flight: Gwyneth Paltrow, Kate Hudson, & Zoe Saldana Visit Dubai!
Quite a number of Hollywood stars come and visit Dubai each year, yet we simply can’t contain our excitement every time a celebrity comes...
UAE Schools Closed on Wednesday Due to Unstable Weather, Stay Safe!
Students and parents, please be advised that UAE schools will be closed tomorrow (Wednesday, November 20, 2019) for the safety of the students. This...
Showcase your Talent for 30 Seconds in UAE Exchange Tara Pinoy Idol Contest, Win a Trip to Hollywood!
Heads up to all our talented kabayans! Upload a 30-Second Video of Your Talent, Win a 5-night Trip to Hollywood!
Leading money exchange center, UAE...