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.
PHILIPPINES: A grieving daughter has spoken out after her mother, a stage 4 cancer patient, died on the same day their ambulance was stopped along the EDSA Busway, an incident that has since gone viral …
The Philippine government is stepping up efforts to improve support for overseas Filipinos after the Department of Migrant Workers and the Commission on Filipinos Overseas signed a new data-sharing agreement aimed at strengthening protection and …
His Highness Sultan bin Ahmed bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, inaugurated Al Nasr Mosque in Al Dhaid on Tuesday evening, marking a new addition to the emirate’s religious and community landmarks. Located …
Sharjah Police have relaunched their Ramadan Safe Road campaign, reminding motorists that safer roads are a shared responsibility during the holy month. The renewed drive comes alongside updated truck movement restrictions aimed at easing congestion …
The Department of Migrant Workers and the Global Anti-Scam Alliance have formalized a new partnership aimed at protecting overseas Filipino workers from online scams and digital fraud. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed on February …
Abu Dhabi has launched 25 strategic initiatives under its Healthy Living Strategy, a government-led effort aimed at preventing chronic diseases and making healthier choices easier for residents across the emirate. The program, led by Department …
Abu Dhabi schools have tightened food rules for 2026, banning items considered “nutritionally empty” and high in sugar, salt, fat, and additives. The new restrictions are aimed at creating a healthier school environment and shaping …
The Department of Migrant Workers has warned Filipino seafarers against joining so called “shadow fleet” vessels that lack proper registration, clear ownership, and legal protection for crew members. In an advisory released this week, Migrant …
The House of Representatives is pushing to abolish the country’s travel tax, with lawmakers arguing that doing so could generate up to ₱22 billion in additional annual revenue. Romero ‘Miro’ Quimbo said the government may …
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration and the Department of Migrant Workers formally opened a new Seafarers’ Welfare Center at Monarch Parksuites in Parañaque City, creating a dedicated service hub for Filipino seafarers and their families. …