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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.
Make Video Calls in UAE for Just AED 5 per Day
Residents in the UAE can now make voice and video calls for just AED 5 a day – and legally, too. Introduced by Yzer Group....
Another Toddler in Dubai Falls Victim to Pool Drowning
A two-year-old Indian girl was pronounced dead upon arrival in a Dubai hospital after being pulled out of a swimming pool last Saturday (August 24).....
Housemaid Charged in Court for Setting UAE Sponsor’s House on Fire
A housemaid in the UAE has been accused of deliberately setting her sponsor’s house on fire in a court in Fujairah. As per court reports,....
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[WATCH] Extreme Weather Hits Dubai: Police Urge Residents to Exercise Caution
On Friday (August 23), the typical hot summer day turned into a rainy one, turned more disastrous when hail and a dust storm lashed throughout....
India to Offer 5-Year E-Tourist Visa
On Tuesday (August 20), Tourism Minister Prahlad Patel announced that India will introduce a flexible e-tourist visa regime based on tourist footfall, with a higher....
UAE Police Issue Proper Parking Guidelines for Residents
Many accidents, if we think about it – can be prevented when we remember to observe the proper way of doing things. When driving a....
Expat Lands in Court for Swearing at Colleague’s Photo on Facebook
A woman in Fujairah has been sent to court on charges of swearing at a colleague of the same nationality on Facebook. According to court....
UAE to Tax Sweetened Drinks, E-Cigarettes Starting Next Year
The government has announced that it will be imposing a new tax scheme on sweetened drinks and smoking products starting next year. The move was....
Indian Expat in Dubai Hits Raffle Jackpot Worth USD 1M
One lucky Indian national, who picked a lottery ticket using her apartment number, has become a million dollar richer after winning at the Dubai Duty....
5G Video Calls Can Now be Made from Burj Khalifa in Dubai
With the introduction of 5G connectivity in the UAE, residents can now make lightning-speed video calls from the top of the Burj Khalifa’ over Etisalat’s....
