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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.
No More DFA Lines: PSA eCertificates and CHED eCAVs can now be Apostilled online
PHILIPPINES: Filipinos who need documents for work or study abroad can now skip long lines, as the government launches a fully digital Apostille system for....
Dubai Deploys AI Lifeguards That Rescue 5x Faster
DUBAI: Beachgoers in Dubai may soon feel safer in the water, as Dubai Municipality rolls out a new AI-powered rescue system designed to respond faster....
Voluntary Repatriation of Filipinos Abroad: Before You Say Yes to Repatriation, Read This
Voluntary repatriation happens when individuals willingly return to their home country, often with support from our Philippine government agencies. Under Republic Act 8042 and its....
No PBBM in Airport Welcome for OFWs, Palace Explains Why
PHILIPPINES: Malacañang has defended President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s absence from the airport welcome for Filipinos returning from the Middle East, saying government agencies have....
OFW Repatriated on Stretcher After Stroke Abroad
Philippines: One of the Filipino repatriates who recently returned from the Middle East arrived in the Philippines on a stretcher after suffering a stroke that....
DMW Honors MWO Dubai for 24/7 OFW Assistance Amid Crisis
Dubai: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has commended the Migrant Workers Office (MWO) in Dubai for its round the clock service in assisting overseas....
1627 UAV Drones, 304 Ballistic Missiles, and 15 Cruise Missiles Intercepted by UAE Since Start of Iranian Attack
March 16, 2026 – The UAE air defenses successfully intercepted and dealt with 6 ballistic missiles and 21 drones launched from Iran, showcasing the nation’s....
Are You Repat-Ready? MWO Dubai Shares OFW Repatriation Requirements
UAE: Filipino workers in the UAE who may need to return home have been advised to ensure they are “repat-ready” by preparing key travel documents....
Two Filipinos Among Those Arrested Over Social Media Posts on Attack-Related Content; PH Embassy Closely Monitoring
The Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi and the Consulate General in Dubai are closely watching reports regarding Filipino nationals. Authorities reportedly arrested these individuals for....
Saudi Arabia: Filipino Domestic Worker Arrested in Medina for Alleged Fatal Stabbing of Child
Saudi authorities have arrested a Filipino domestic worker in Medina for allegedly stabbing a child to death inside a residence. The incident was confirmed by....
