Dubai Ranks 2nd Best City in the World for Driving
The city of Dubai in the UAE is no stranger to awards. In fact, it has been dubbed as the “most liveable city” in the Middle East as well as the “best city for expats” earlier this …
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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.
AED 500 Million Project “Mars Science City” Launched
Recently, the “Mars Science City” project was launched at the annual meeting of the UAE government in Abu Dhabi. With a cost of AED 500 million and spanning 1.9 million square feet, it will be …
UAE Law on Domestic Workers: 12-Hours Daily Rest, 30 Days Leave, Weekly Off
The President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has recently approved Federal Law No. 10 of 2017. This 41-article law includes provisions on domestic workers labour contracts, working hours, official leaves, …
HH Sheikh Hamdan Witnesses First Flight of Dubai’s Flying Taxis
The Crown Prince of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, witnessed the first flight of the Autonomous Air Taxi (AAT). The two-seater vehicle, designed by German manufacturer Volocopter, is the …
Dubai to Open Markets for Selling 2nd Hand Goods
Planning to buy some household items, but you’re on a tight budget? Worry no more, as there will be new markets selling secondhand furniture, electrical appliances, household utensils, and even scrap building materials in Dubai. …
Dubai Police Recovers Lost Cellphone, Sends to Owner in Spain
Only in Dubai can you see the government returning a lost cellphone back to a person’s home country. A video posted by Dubai Police on their Instagram page shows the Spanish tourist thanking the Tourist …
UAE Minister Gargash & Philippine Sec. Cayetano Discuss Bilateral Relations in New York
The UAE Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, and the Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Sec. Alan Peter Cayetano, held bilateral talks recently. The talks were held alongside the 72nd …
Two Women Go On Trial for Getting Pregnant Out of Wedlock
Two women, an Ethiopian and a Filipino, have gone on trial after getting pregnant out of wedlock. Both of them are residents of Abu Dhabi, and they are being tried separately. In the UAE, sex …
Free Health Checks for Women at Select Malls this September & October
Announcement to all the ladies! Selected malls across Dubai and the UAE are offering free health screenings for women this September and October. The free health checks are part of “Feel the Beat,” a heart …
Breaking News: Fire in Sky Gardens Tower DIFC
Today, September 16 – Saturday, a fire broke out in a high-rise building in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The Sky Gardens tower is a 45-floor tower in the major financial area in the city. …