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.
Residents in the UAE who are planning to switch jobs, you can now breathe a sigh of relief! Based on the latest information from the General Directorate of Residence and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA), you don’t …
When news about Hyperloop first came out two years ago, many of us couldn’t quite believe it. Traveling from Dubai to Abu Dhabi (or vice versa) in just 12 minutes? Impossible! However, these latest images from …
It’s official: The biggest mall in the region will be completed by 2021, and it’s going to be in Dubai! Leading developer Nakheel recently signed a contract with United Engineering Construction (UNEC) for the construction …
All OFWs and other expats in Dubai who are earning a monthly salary of AED 3500 and below, a dental clinic in Dubai is offering a 90 percent discount on dental care with free consultation …
Just the other day, we shared about a Filipino teacher who is a finalist for an international award. Today, we would like to present another “kabayan” who is among the winners of the prestigious Hamdan bin …
To all domestic workers from the Philippines and Indonesia, you do not need to submit a Good Conduct & Behaviour Certificate — just yet. Recently, it was announced that domestic workers from these two countries don’t …
To our fellow Pinoys who are planning to send a “balikbayan box” back home, make sure that you send it via an accredited cargo company. Beware of sending your package through “fly by night” companies. …
Around 100,000 foreign workers in the UAE will receive a new guide book this year. It contains information about the country’s culture, workers’ rights and responsibilities, basic services, emergency hot-lines, and other things that expatriates …
A Filipino educator is just one step closer to winning a $1 million grand prize. Jesus Insilada, English teacher and principal at Caninguan National High School in Iloilo, Philippines — is among the top 10 …
The year 2018 just keeps getting better for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs). Last month, we witnessed the launching of the Overseas Filipino Bank (OFB), which will soon be opening its first overseas branches in Dubai, …