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News and updates on what’s happening in Dubai. Announcements and important information about the emirate that the residents should be aware of. Here we share current events and advisories, as well as trends for your reference.

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IN PHOTOS: 1.1 Million People Participated in Dubai Fitness Challenge 2019!

November 19, 2019

30 minutes of fitness for 30 days and a record of 1.1 million people joined and participated in the recently concluded Dubai Fitness Challenge. This....

Filipino-Emirati Boxer Gets Ready for 'Rotunda Rumble 2' in Dubai

Filipino-Emirati Boxer Gets Ready for ‘Rotunda Rumble 2’ in Dubai

November 19, 2019

In the world of sports, a young, Filipino-Emirati boxer is set to make his mark! Lightweight prospect Fahad Al Bloushi will be taking part in....

Over 200,000 Jobs in Aviation Projected in the Next 2 Decades in the UAE

November 19, 2019

2020 is already looking promising not only for foreigners planning a visit to the UAE in time for one of the region’s biggest events, the Expo....

UAE Law to Protect Residents Struggling with Financial Debt

November 19, 2019

There’s a new law passed by the UAE government Cabinet to help expats and residents who are struggling with financial cases in the country. The....

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UAE President condoles death of Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan; 3-day Mourning Declared, flag flown at half-mast

November 18, 2019

President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has condoled the death of his brother H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President’s....

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7 in 10 UAE Workers Relying on Gratuity to Fund Retirement – Research

November 18, 2019

A research about end-of-service benefits or also known as gratuity pay for expat workers suggests that 69% of workers are either partly relying or fully....

Dead Baby Found in Trash Bin, Filipina Mother Arrested

Dead Baby Found in Trash Bin, Filipina Mother Arrested

November 18, 2019

In the UAE, getting pregnant out of wedlock is frowned upon and considered a serious offence. Unfortunately, quite a number of people find themselves in....

Emirates Orders 50 A350 Planes for USD 16 Billion

November 17, 2019

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced a firm order for 50 A350-900 XWB aircraft worth US$ 16 billion (AED 58.7 billion) at list....

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Air Arabia Orders 120 Airbus Planes for USD 14 Billion

November 17, 2019

Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), today set another milestone with one of the region’s largest single-aisle....

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Body of Oman OFW who Ended Her Life while Livestreaming on Facebook, Now Sent Home

November 16, 2019

The remains of an Overseas Filipino Worker in Oman who committed suicide while livestreaming the act on Facebook, has now been sent home. Also Read:....

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