News
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.
Missed Your Return Date Your Leave? UAE Labour Rules You Should Know
DUBAI: UAE labour law allows employers to withhold salary and, in some cases, terminate employment if a worker fails to return after leave without a....
Over 1,700 OFWs Home as ‘Air DMW’ Flights Continue
PHILIPPINES: The government has deployed its third chartered repatriation flight to assist Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) affected by ongoing tensions in the Middle East, as....
Dubai Eid-Ready: Parks, Beaches, and Safety Checks in Full Swing
DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has rolled out a citywide inspection and readiness plan ahead of Eid Al-Fitr, covering food safety, public facilities, and high-traffic venues to....
DMW: 12 OFW Seafarers Safe After Iraq Ship Attack
PHILIPPINES: Twelve Filipino seafarers are safe after a reported ship attack in waters off Iraq, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). The update comes....
UAE Schools Stay Online for 2 Weeks; Government Workers to Get Work Flexibility
UAE: Students across the United Arab Emirates will continue with distance learning for at least two more weeks, as authorities roll out new measures to keep....
UAE Allows Return Even with Expired Residency—Here’s How
UAE: The United Arab Emirates has introduced a temporary measure allowing expatriate residents stranded abroad to return to the country even if their residency visas have....
Dubai Issues Safety Guide for Residents—Now in 7 Languages
DUBAI: Dubai authorities have released a new public safety guide to help residents respond calmly and correctly during emergency alerts, as part of ongoing preparedness efforts....
Study: OFWs Judge Government by Action, Not Policies
PHILIPPINES: A new study says overseas Filipino workers judge the government not by its policies, but by how fast and visible its help is during....
PH to UAE, Saudi, Qatar: Save Up to ₱600 via GCash
PHILIPPINES: Filipinos sending money to loved ones in the Middle East can save on fees by as much as Php 600 this month, as GCash....
OFW Pulse: Repatriation Surges Amid Middle East Crisis
PHILIPPINES: Hundreds of Overseas Filipino Workers are returning home this week, not for vacation, but to escape rising tensions in the Middle East. ContentsOFWs Head....
