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.
OFW Falls to Death off a Building in Ajman
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has recently confirmed the untimely passing of a 22-year old Filipina after falling off a building last Saturday (November....
WATCH: Multinational Orchestra Performs UAE Anthem in the Desert
Musicians from 190 countries came together to perform an extraordinary rendition of “Ishy Bilady” (“Long Live My Country”), the UAE national anthem, WAM News Agency reported.....
HH Sheikh Mohammed Orders Release of 625 Prisoners ahead of National Day
Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has authorized the liberation of 625....
[WATCH] UAE Pardons Convicted British Citizen in Consideration of Ties with UK
Matthew Hedges, the British citizen who was convicted of spying in the UAE, has been granted clemency by the president, HH Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed....
7 Sailors Rescued from Sinking Ship Near Deira Island
A ship had grounded at the waterfront area of Deira Island recently, capsizing and causing sailors to fall into the sea. Fortunately, teams from the....
Meet “Giath,” Dubai’s Hi-tech Crime Crusader
Until the Police hoverbikes are fully deployed in the city, criminals will have to deal with ‘Giath’ – a state-of-the-art police patrol vehicle by the....
HH Sheikh Mohammed Covers AED 840K Hospital Bill of Deceased Expat
Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, offered financial aid to a Russian....
Jollibee Food Truck Opens in Dubai Marina
To any Filipino, Jollibee needs no introduction. Many of us have grown up with our favourite Burger Yum, Jolly Spaghetti, Jolly Hotdog, Chicken Joy, and other....
UAE Cabinet OKs New Long-term Visa System
The UAE Cabinet, in an announcement released last November 24 (Saturday), has approved a more drawn-out visa scheme for investors, entrepreneurs, academics, students, as well....
















