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.
New UAE–PH Deal Could Cut Remittance Fees for OFWs
ABU DHABI / MANILA: The Central Bank of the UAE and Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas have signed a new agreement to improve how money moves....
OWWA, DMW Lead Return of 321 OFWs and 20 Remains from Kuwait
PHILIPPINES: A total of 321 overseas Filipino workers arrived from Kuwait this week, along with the remains of 20 Filipinos who passed away due to....
AED10,000 Fine Instead of Jail—Case Takes Surprise Turn
UAE: A court in Ras Al Khaimah has cancelled a one-year jail sentence against a 49-year-old man and replaced it with a Dh10,000 fine, after reviewing....
OFWs and Families Can Get DSWD Aid—Check If You Qualify
PHILIPPINES: The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) has extended support to over 2,500 overseas Filipino workers affected by the ongoing Middle East conflict, providing....
OWWA Urges Undocumented OFWs to Repatriate; Families Included
PHILIPPINES: The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) is encouraging undocumented Filipinos in the Middle East to return home, with assurance that there will be no penalties.....
World No. 1: UAE Leads in 10 Health Indicators
UAE: The country ranked first globally in 10 healthcare indicators for 2025, showing strong performance in patient care, disease prevention, and public health systems that....
Philippines Announces Huge Fuel Price Rollback
PHILIPPINES: Fuel prices will drop sharply starting April 14, with diesel down by over ₱20 per liter, gasoline by ₱4.43, and kerosene by ₱8.50, giving....
UAE Sets Record for Most Nationalities in Flag Event
ABU DHABI: The UAE has set a new Guinness World Record after 64 nationalities came together to carry a giant UAE flag banner during a....
Online PDOS Expansion Gives Future OFWs Easier, Faster Access
PHILIPPINES: The government will expand online orientation services for Filipinos planning to work abroad. The Commission on Filipinos Overseas (CFO) announced that starting April 13, 2026,....
Returning OFWs Get New Path to Jobs and College Degrees
PHILIPPINES: Returning overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are now getting more support as the government expands programs to help them rebuild their careers at home. From....
