UAE Ranks No.1 among Emerging HR Hubs: Survey
The emirate of Dubai — and the UAE in general — is no stranger when it comes to awards, especially when it comes to lifestyle. Just this year, Dubai was hailed as the most “liveable” …
News
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.
600 Typing Centres to be Replaced by Amer Centres in Processing Visa Applications
As of November 1st, typing centres in Dubai are no longer able to process visa applications. They will be replaced by Amer centres, which are “one-stop” service centers, instead. The Amer centre is the latest …
HH Sheikh Mohammed Launches Drilling of Route 2020 Tunnel
The Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recently launched the tunnel drilling of Route 2020, which would connect the Dubai Metro …
Dubai Garden Glow Now Open at Zabeel Park
Ever since it first opened in 2015, Dubai Garden Glow has been enchanting visitors from all over the country. And now, our favorite “glow in the dark” garden is back for its third season — …
Filipina in Dubai Jailed for Getting Pregnant Out of Wedlock
Last month, we reported about two women who went on trial in Abu Dhabi for getting pregnant out of wedlock. One of them was an Ethiopian, while the other was a Filipina. Recently, another Filipina, a …
Sharjah Cancels Black Points, Offers 50% Discount on Traffic Fines
Great news for Sharjah motorists! As part of their Golden Jubilee celebrations, Sharjah Police has announced a 50 percent discount on traffic fines incurred until October 18, payable until the end of the year. Meanwhile, …
RTA’s Smart Drive App Gets an Upgrade
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has recently updated their Smart Drive app, which helps provide navigation along city roads. This latest move comes as part of the agency’s Smart Dubai strategic goal and the government’s …
Drunken Tourist Jailed & Fined for Anti-Islamic Rants
A friendly reminder to all expats and residents: saying bad words about Islam and Muslims could land you in jail, not to mention a hefty fine. A tourist in Dubai learned this lesson when he …
Search is On for the “Best Nanny” in the UAE
The search is on for UAE’s Best Nanny Awards 2017, brought to us by Rise, a wealth management platform for migrants. The lucky winner is set to win 1,000,000 in her home currency or AED 50,000. …
“Loyalty Points” for Nol Card Users Coming Soon
Great news for Nol card users! The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will soon be launching Nol+, a loyalty points program for Nol cardholders. The announcement was made recently during the GITEX Technology Week held at …