Royal Wedding: HH Sheikh Mohammed’s Daughter Gets Married
It’s not everyday that we get to witness a wedding in Dubai… how much more if it’s a royal wedding! So it was a real treat to see the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler …
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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.
Emirates Named “World’s Safest Airlines” of 2017
Dubai’s flagship carrier has done it again! Based on a study done by the Jet Airliner Crash Data Evaluation Centre (JACDEC), Emirates is the world’s safest airlines of 2017. The specialised study was done for …
HH Sheikh Hamdan Meets with Google Co-Founder
The emirate of Dubai has gained recognition for many different things. It is one of the best places to visit in the world, as well as one of the safest cities for driving. Lately, Dubai …
Metro Red Line Stations Between JLT & Ibn Battuta Closed for a Year, Free Bus Service Offered
Dubai Metro commuters, please be advised, as part of the Route 2020 development, the Dubai Metro Red Line between Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT) and Ibn Battuta Stations will be closed until next year. Not to …
YouTube Star Faces Criticism after Filming Apparent Suicide Victim in Japanese Forest
An international YouTube star, who recently visited Dubai, is facing criticism after he (together with his friends) filmed a video alongside what seems to be an apparent suicide victim in a Japan’s Suicide Forest. Logan …
Access to Skype Blocked in UAE, Telecoms Confirm
Over the weekend, Skype users have complained about interruption in their phone calling service when trying to communicate with families/friends. Responses from the 2 UAE telecom providers (Etisalat and Du) confirm that Skype as well …
New Images of Dubai Creek Tower: Next Tallest Building in the World
The Burj Khalifa is the tallest building in the world today… but not for long. At this very moment, the iconic structure that will surpass even the height of Burj Khalifa is being built – the …
HH Sheikh Mohammed Visits the Dubai Frame
The much-awaited Dubai Frame will be open on 1st January 2018. But recently, the iconic structure opened its doors to a very special guest: the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of …
Filipino Wins Infiniti Car & 150,000 AED on 1st Day of Dubai Shopping Festival
A Filipino won 150,000 AED cash and an Infiniti QX60 car in the first Infiniti Mega Raffle of the month-long Dubai Shopping Festival. Nicanor Pozon is the first winner of this daily prize which was announced at …
How Much Do Nannies/Domestic Helpers Earn in the UAE?
How much do nannies/domestic helpers earn in the United Arab Emirates? Here’s a survey conducted by a Dubai start-up firm that shares important details especially to those who have plans of working as a helper …