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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.

Filipino MMA Fighter Wins the Gold in UAE

Filipino MMA Fighter Wins the Gold in UAE

May 7, 2019

Last month, a Pinay athlete won in the jiu jitsu championships held in the UAE. Recently, another Filipino athlete has won the gold at a mixed martial....

Police Arrests Beggar who Allegedly Collected AED 100,000/Month

Police Arrests Beggar who Allegedly Collected AED 100,000/Month in Dubai

May 7, 2019

As the holy month of Ramadan begins in the UAE and the rest of the Arab world, tourists and the Islamic faithful come in droves....

New Mosque Named After Dubai Ruler's Late Son

PHOTOS: New Mosque Named After Dubai Ruler’s Late Son

May 6, 2019

The Deputy Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has recently inaugurated the Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed Mosque in....

Gov’t Imposes AED 2,000 Fine for Use of E-Cigarettes in Public Places

Gov’t Imposes AED 2,000 Fine for Use of E-Cigarettes in Public Places

May 5, 2019

As Dubai moves towards becoming the top global city, its leadership is looking across all aspects that could make this goal a reality as soon....

Visit Burj Khalifa and Other Dubai Attractions for AED 200 Only

Visit Burj Khalifa & Other Dubai Attractions for AED 200 Only

May 3, 2019

In its bid to boost the country’s tourism sector, the government is now exploring new means to provide all kinds of travellers economic deals for....

Gov’t Bans Importation of Cigarettes Without Digital Tax Stamps Starting May

Gov’t Bans Importation of Cigarettes Without Digital Tax Stamps Starting May

May 3, 2019

With the government’s initiatives set on enforcing tax collection as well as weeding out the entry of low-quality contraband products into the market, authorities have....

President Khalifa Orders Release of 3,005 Prisoners Ahead of Ramadan

President Khalifa Orders Release of 3,005 Prisoners Ahead of Ramadan

May 3, 2019

A few months ago, the Ruler of Dubai ordered the release of 625 prisoners ahead of National Day. Just recently, the President of the UAE has made....

Foreign Nationals on Job Seeker Visas Reminded to Check Validity Dates

Expats on Job Seeker Visas Reminded to Check Validity Dates

May 2, 2019

With a series of amnesties offered by the UAE government from last year, not to mention the national day pardons, it can be said that....

Emirates Hailed as World’s Top Airline in 2019

Emirates Hailed as World’s Top Airline in 2019

May 2, 2019

Known for its high-quality services and state-of-the-art facilities, the UAE’s flag carrier has always been part of the amazing experience which travellers look forward to....

Jobseekers Can Now Surf this New Website for Jobs in the UAE

Jobseekers Can Now Surf this New Website for Jobs in the UAE

May 2, 2019

With the recent reminder released by the government regarding the near-expiry of the jobseeker visa in the UAE, many foreign jobless people in the country....

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